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BFM - Bowing with Fiddling Monk

Online learning platform | Indian Violin
By Maestro Kumaresh Rajagopalan -
Pre-recorded/self paced courses with personalised feedback for all levels.

01/08/2026

A beautiful violin sound begins with the way you use your body.

The secret to a beautiful violin sound isn't hidden in the instrument; it's in your right arm.

In this lesson, violin maestro Kumaresh Rajagopalan explores the three essential parts of the right arm that shape your sound, revealing how the shoulder, elbow, and wrist work together to produce a free, effortless, and expressive tone.

Violinice Yourself!

📍 BFM - Bowing with Fiddling Monk
The premier online learning platform for the Indian violin.

Learn the Indian violin from anywhere in the world at your pace!

29/07/2026

Yet another violin concert by our student Janya Abhishek! This time janya is performing as part of Guru Purnima celebrations at the Shri Shri Shirdi Saibaba Mandir.

Join us to today to celebrate Guru Purnima with Janya.

Happy Guru Purnima!

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27/07/2026

Music is the visual and aural reflection of silence!

05/07/2026

Our students are also ready!

We are all set for the the grand finale of Talapravaham - Eka!
See you all at the venue and let's celebrate this grand event.

Online streaming tickets are available to watch the finale live! Please check out the link below:
https://www.fiddlingmonk.com/ticketseka/

10/06/2026

How to Bow on the Violin? Part 1
In this lesson, we'll cover the fundamentals of bowing, including proper hand posture, bow hold, and techniques to help you build better control and produce a beautiful tone.

Good bowing technique is the foundation of violin playing, and mastering these basics will set you up for success as you progress.

Stay tuned for Part 2, and follow BFM for more self-learning violin lessons. Learn from anywhere in the world, at your own pace!

07/06/2026

How to Hold the Violin Bow - Part 2: Dos & Don'ts

A strong violin foundation starts with the right bow hold. In this lesson, we cover the essential dos and don'ts that every beginner should know to improve control, tone, and technique.

Master the basics today and make your violin journey smoother and more enjoyable!

Do you struggle with bow grip? Let us know in the comments.

Stay tuned to unlock the magic of Indian Violin with BFM!

22/05/2026

How to Hold the Violin Bow – Part 1

A strong right-hand technique begins with learning how to hold the violin bow the right way. Let’s build a solid foundation for smooth, controlled playing.

Stay tuned for Part 2 and unlock more violin lessons with BFM

18/05/2026

The magic of violin playing lies in the balance between the right hand and the left hand.

In today’s video, we explore why developing both techniques equally is essential for every violinist.

BFM brings you expert insights, structured violin-specific learning, and personalised guidance to help you grow deeper in the art of Carnatic Violin.

15/05/2026

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Multi-angle shots for better clarity and precision, effects & animations to make every lesson easier to understand and more immersive.

We’re making online violin learning more effective, engaging, and experiential.
More lessons from BFM are on the way. Stay tuned!

Learn from your space, at your pace, from the ace!

12/05/2026

Indian Violin vs Western Violin

Part 2 – Here are the key differences in tuning the violin.

Discover BFM, a premier online learning platform dedicated to the Indian Violin, crafted by the renowned Kumaresh Rajagopalan - The Offering exclusive pre-recorded courses with personalised guidance.

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