Practicing vibrato today. Is this normal or is there something wrong with my fingerboard? : r violinist Do you feel like you are working very hard for your vibrato without results? Locking the first joint of the finger (the one closest to your nail) is one of the leading causes of limited amplitude of Mastering Vibrato Techniques for Violinists Some helpful violin fingering tips for beginners to improve accuracy, sound, and technique: 1. Use Finger Tape (or Stickers) Place thin tape or dots on the fingerboard to mark 1st, 2nd, Full 100 Lesson Vibrato Mastery Course available on my website: violaviolinlesson.com link in my bio, Most violinists struggle with vibrato for YEARS, Not because vibrato is difficult, but Struggling to get your vibrato smooth and controlled? Try this exercise , This simple exercise helps train your wrist vibrato. Focus on collapsing the finger joints and not involving your arm