Summer weather although enjoyable for us, is not perfect for violins. The high temperatures of summer can cause problems for your violin, so during the summer months you should give your instrument a bit more TLC. The wood of the violin expands and contracts due to heat and humidity. Excessive heat can cause permanent warping and damage to the wood and bow hairs. It can also cause a change in sound. The varnish can soften in heat causing it to blister or stick to your case. On the other hand, air conditioning can dry out your violin and cause cracks in the wood. Overall, extreme temperature and humidity changes are not good for a violin.
There are a few things you can do to keep your
violin in good shape during the summer months.
- Check your violin out every
few weeks, especially if you are not playing it. Visually check it to
make sure there are no signs of warping and check for open seams every place there is a joint on the
instrument. Also, listen for any changes in the sound of the violin.
- Keep your violin out of direct sunlight or enclosed areas. Specifically, don't store your violin in a hot car.
- If in extreme temperatures, allow the instrument to come
back to room temperature slowly. The stress put on your violin by
sudden temperature changes can be catastrophic. In short, slow,
gentle changes in the environment are much easier for any wood
instrument to handle.
- Clean any rosin debris off your violin right away. Rosin can become stickier in the heat and leftover pieces can end up sticking to the varnish permanently!
If damage should
occur, have your violin repaired immediately by a luthier to prevent even more
damage for happening.
We are proud to announce that we are now carrying D'Addario NYXL Guitar Strings! These strings are amazing. Envisioned,
perfected, and manufactured by D’Addario in New York, this newly
engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel
alloy delivers a whole new level of freedom, confidence, and power.
NYXL’s provide more strength and up to 131% greater tuning stability by
utilizing a completely reinvented wire drawing process coupled with a
revolutionary “fusion twist” process for the plain steels. The
reformulated nickel plated string windings have greater magnetic
properties resulting in higher output and enhanced mid-range frequency
response for more presence and crunch. Visit Scott Russ Music in Merrick, NY to check them out!
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The High Spirits Native American Flute is an instrument that anyone can play. This beautiful 9 inch pocket flute is crafted of aromatic cedar with a fixed bird decoration and made in the key of A. The pocket flute is finished with a non toxic oil which gives it a bright, clear voice and provides creative fun for all ages. It has 5 holes which play a pentatonic scale, and even comes with a fingering chart. The Pocket Flute easily fits into the pocket or back pack. Great for children! For more information visit Scott Russ Music in Merrick, NY.
This
is a used, but excellent condition, original Japan made ESP Stratocaster Electric Guitar 400 Series. This vintage guitar is bright yellow with a red pick guard. It dates from
the 1970's to early 1980's. You can't find this quality in a modern
instrument. It was just set up in our shop for a close fast action and clear
tone. Great player, and highly collectible! Visit Scott Russ Music for more details.
We are often asked when is the best time to rent an instrument? Consider renting your instrument during the summer for the best choice of instrument. The closer you are to school starting, instrument inventory goes down leaving you with fewer instruments to choose from. In addition, at Scott Russ Music we offer free rentals for the summer with a yearly rental contract. This is an option that most music stores don't offer. Visit Scott Russ Music in Merrick, NY for more details.
Wondrous Stories played at Hudson's On The
Mile, Nautical Mile in Freeport last night. Together for 20 yrs. and
one of the best bands around. Some songs they played included -Allman Brothers "Blue Skies" and the Beatles "All you need is Love". Great show!
Spectacular weather by the water and great tunes- James Taylor at Jones Beach, what could be better! "Mexico", "Copperline" and "Sweet Baby James" were just a few of the hits he played in last night's show. He sounded amazing! We had such a great night listening to all our favorites!
