Shutdown Skills Series: How to Develop a Warm, Pure Vibrato
4 ways to improve your vibrato and develop a personal toneBy Paul Stein
The Problem
How to maintain control of a violin or viola while eli... Read More...
SHUTDOWN SKILL SERIES
If you're planning on using more time alone at home to practice your instrument, master new techniques, or explore your own creativity, this series of how-to articles is for you.
ESSENTIAL HISTORICAL RECORDINGS
Essential Historical Recordings: Arthur Grumiaux
He stood out for a unique combination unfailing sweetness & warmth of tone & ease of execution, along with utter sincerity, beautiful & long-range phrase-shaping.
Essential Historical Recordings: The Undeniably English Yet Strongly Viennese Amadeus Quartet
The English quartet, humorously nicknamed the “Wolf-gang,” was intimately associated in the public imagination with the music of Viennese quartet masters.
KEEP CONNECTED
Keep Connected chronicles the ways in which string players and organizations are supporting and keeping in touch with their audiences or students throughout the global coronavirus pandemic quarantine.
Keep Connected with Lindsey Stirling
As told to Greg CahillKeep Connected chronicles the ways in which string players are staying in touch with their audience or students d... Read More...
LATEST STORIES
How to Blend into a Section in an Orchestra—or Project Over it as a Soloist
Playing live in an orchestral setting requires careful attention to the nuances of your fellow musicians and the conductor both as a section player and as a soloist.
Renaud Capuçon on Recording Elgar’s Lush Violin Concerto
London Symphony Orchestra music director Sir Simon Rattle has called Elgar’s Violin Concerto in B minor “a monster... a masterpiece.” Capuçon was up to the challenge.
Sheet Music Review: Pleyel, Six Easy Duos for Two Violins, Op. 48
First appearing in 1796, these delightful duos are ideal for sharing a rainy Saturday afternoon with your playing buddy, or as a post-lesson treat.
Growth as a Musician Means Facing a Little Anxiety
Growing as a musician means stepping outside your comfort zone, which naturally bring along with it some anxiety. But it doesn't have to be scary.
Violinist Rachel Podger and Pianist Christopher Glynn Record Timothy Jones’ Mozart
Could it be that with a change of weather, patron, or performer, some of Mozart’s most famous works might have been very different—yet still unmistakably him?
How String Players Can Avoid or Recover From Onstage Mistakes
You never know what will happen during a live musical performance—that's part of what makes it exciting for the audience, but can make it scary for the performers.
The Stroh Violin Played a Role in Early Music Recording and Are Still in Use Today
The Stroh violin, or Strohviol, as it is also known, was invented and patented in 1899 & revolutionized the classical violin & the nascent music-recording industry.
Tips for Busking and Outdoor Gigs with Stringed Instruments
Playing outdoors can present some specific challenges for string players. Here are some tips on how to make the most of your outdoor gigs and avoid potential pitfalls.
Sheet Music Review: Marian Paradeiser, Divertimento in E For Two Violins, Viola & Cello
Marian Paradeiser's Divertimento in E For Two Violins, Viola & Cello is a great addition to Doblinger’s Classical Music Series.
The Chicago Sinfonietta Serves as a Model in the Classical-Music Industry’s Elusive Quest for Diversity
The longstanding commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion predates by a generation the present cultural moment’s demand for social justice.
How to Perform Historically Informed Romantic 19th-Century Music
David Milsom has written a guide for violinists and other music lovers who want to get into an authentically Romantic mood.
With a Little Help From My Friends: Fiddler Mike Barnett Releases a Duo Album While He Recovers From a Medical Emergency
If there’s one thing a premier fiddler knows about, it’s the art of improvisation—also known as the ability to always expect the unexpected
Picture Perfect: When Communicating Musical Ideas and Cello Technique, a Little Imagery Goes a Long Way
In the many lessons, coachings, and rehearsals I’ve participated in throughout my career teachers and conductors have often used images to explain their musical ideas.
3 Ways to Build a Successful Teaching Studio and Keep Students Engaged
Once a student is in the door and lessons are rolling, you want to keep the student and parents engaged, so they stick with you.
Audiences Can Be Noisy—Learn How Professionals Handle Performance Distractions
Nothing beats the energy of a top-notch performance before a live audience. But how does a performer handle the unpredictable nature of a live audience?