How Do You Play Canon In D On The Violin?
Pachelbel’s “Canon in D” is an extremely popular piece for stringed instruments that is often played at weddings and other social gatherings. Johann Pachelbel, a famous composer of the baroque era, composed the piece in 1680 at the age of 26. The piece was originally intended for three violins and bass, though it is sometimes played as a violin solo with piano accompaniment. Provided that you have time to devote to practice, at least intermediate violin skills, mastery of vibrato, proficiency in first and third positions, a good grasp of music theory and a piano accompanist, you should be able to beautifully and proudly play “Canon in D” in a performance setting. Look over your sheet music and take note of any areas that might be difficult for you. Pay special attention to the areas requiring several measures of sixteenth notes, as well as measures of “Canon in D” that require you to switch from the E-string to the D-string rapidly and seamlessly. You will need to switch from first to
