Violin Shoulder Support

Violinist with neck injury could not secure instrument

Custom Shoulder Harness / Support

Allows violinist to secure violin position on shoulder without full pressure on violin chin rests, fitting under performance gown / tuxedo

Typical shoulder rest with harness attaching clip

Prototype shoulder harness / support

Playing with harness / support donned under performance attire

Harness / support concept illustration

Harness concept details

Problem

Neck injury prevented effective left head rotation and side bending disallowing a secure hold on violin between head and shoulder

Difficulty playing without secure instrument position

Issue

Fluidity of technique greatly affected

Playing ability & repositioning could not be encumbered

Any device had to fit under a tuxedo / suit or performance gown / dress

Connections and support were required to secure instrument, be unobtrusive easily attached / donned and be minimally seen or having capability to be covered

Solution

Shoulder support with body strap having a molded shoulder plate offering attachment to a typical violin shoulder rest allows secure violin attachment without pressure from head / jaw

Result

Ability to play at performance level