Divine Double Stops: Melodic Études for Violin in First Position

Divine Double Stops
Melodic Études for Violin in First Position | Nos. 10–12

Develop beautiful, resonant double stops with confidence, clarity, and musical expression.

Double stops occur when a violinist plays two strings simultaneously. When played beautifully, they create a rich, resonant sound that adds extraordinary depth and expression to violin music.

When they aren't quite under control? Well, they can send your pets—and possibly everyone else—running from the practice room!

The art of playing double stops involves much more than simply placing two fingers on the strings. Beautiful double stops require refined listening, balanced left-hand organization, responsive bow control, and an understanding of how two pitches resonate together.

Divine Double Stops is a comprehensive guided study designed to help violinists develop these essential skills through three original melodic études composed by violinist and pedagogue Heather Kaye Broadbent.

Rather than approaching double stops as isolated technical exercises, you'll explore them through musical studies that develop both technical confidence and expressive playing.

What You'll Study
Intonation and listening: Develop greater sensitivity to the relationship between two simultaneously sounding pitches.
Left-hand balance: Refine finger placement, hand organization, and coordination.
Bow control: Learn to distribute bow weight and maintain an even, resonant sound across two strings.
Tone production: Develop greater clarity, warmth, and consistency in your double stops.
Musical expression: Bring phrasing, character, and artistry into your double-stop playing.
What's Included
Your course includes:

3 original downloadable melodic études for violin in first position (Études 10–12), composed by Heather Broadbent.
4 instructional videos, including an overview and detailed guided study of each étude.
3 performance videos so you can listen, observe, and play along with Heather.
3 accompanying audio recordings to support independent practice.
Printable sheet music for continued study at your own pace.
Who Is This Course For?
Divine Double Stops is ideal for developing violinists beginning their exploration of double stops, as well as more experienced players seeking greater refinement in intonation, resonance, tone quality, and coordination.

Whether you're discovering the beauty of double stops for the first time or revisiting them with a more sophisticated ear, these études offer a rewarding opportunity to strengthen your technique while developing your musical artistry.

Transform your double stops from a technical challenge into one of the most beautiful and expressive elements of your violin playing.

Created and taught by Heather Kaye Broadbent

Divine Double Stops — $33