Hello my friends
I have a vibrato problem. I have started playing viola again after a 2 year gap. When I vibrato, the join where the 1st finger meets my actual hand rubs against the neck of my viola and prevents the movement I require for a flowing vibrato. I feel that I use my left hand to support the weight of my viola rather than just my chin and shoulder. I believe this also hinders my vibrato technique. Can any one advise me on how to correct these two problems?

I would ask my teacher by I can`t afford to pay her extortionate half hourly rate any more.

Cheers, Kev

Get a good shoulder rest that will stabilize your hold when doing vibrato. You will be suprised to realise how much easier it`ll be with a better shoulder rest.
Make sure your palm is away from the neck. Don`t stick it to the neck.So, lower your hand slightly and relax totally.
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Thank You.