Silicon_Knight
Active Member
We are doing a production of a musical in a community theater with recorded music, where the actor is supposed to be playing the violin on-stage. As a former string player, I am frequently frustrated by the mimic'ed playing I've seen on stage (and even in movies!), so I'd like to try make it better in this production.
Any suggestions on how to rig a real violin to have it not make sound (or as little sound as possible), while still being played realistically?
We have considered replacing the metal stings with some type of plastic (fishing line is probably too thin), and potentially coating the bow hair with soap other slick substance (yes, this will be a disposable bow after the production).
I'd love to hear if any others have experience with.
Any suggestions on how to rig a real violin to have it not make sound (or as little sound as possible), while still being played realistically?
We have considered replacing the metal stings with some type of plastic (fishing line is probably too thin), and potentially coating the bow hair with soap other slick substance (yes, this will be a disposable bow after the production).
I'd love to hear if any others have experience with.