My Secret Santa knew that I love music. I already play harp, piano, and sing. What Santa didn't know is that I've always wanted to join the bowed string club. It's only been a day and already I've learned how to play a song. I am SO excited.

Thank you Santa. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you. THANK YOU. You were spot on. It's the perfect size, it has high quality strings, and really is in pretty decent shape. I took it to a shop and while it needs a few minor repairs (I've never gotten an instrument that didn't need even just a little bit of love at first, even harps), even he says it's an excellent violin. For someone who claims not to know anything about violins, you found the perfect one.

Thank you so much. I can't wait to show this off to all my friends in orchestra.