How to Join a Youth Orchestra (and Make the Most of It)
For many young musicians, orchestra auditions are super intimidating—but they don't have to be! Here's what you need to know to prepare for an orchestra audition.
Nick Grizzle
2020 Shanghai Isaac Stern International Violin Competition’s 6 Finalists Will Share Prize, Present Joint Concert
In lieu of a $100,000 grand prize for the winner, the six finalists for the 2020 Shanghai Isaac Stern International Violin Competition will each be awarded $20,000.
Join Us in Ireland and Experience Traditional Music as the Locals Do
Sponsored by Irish Music Tours Turas Ceoil, loosely translated, means ‘Music Journey’ or ‘Music Pilgrimage.’ Why not join us right now on a unique journey e... Read More...
‘Me-Time with My Viola’: How Creating a Warm-up Routine Helps Make the Most of Your Music Practice
Violist Michelle Manson details their warm-up routine and gives suggests for how musicians can continue to evolve their own warm-up routine.
Study with Strings Students: Bassist Ben Foerster Shares Tips on Playing the Solo in Ginestera’s Variaciones Concertantes
Double bassist Ben Foerster shares his tips for playing the bass solo from Ginastera's Variaciones Concertantes.
Essential Historical Recordings: Pablo Casals Brought Bach’s Cello Suites to Light
Pablo Casals was a towering figure in the history of cello playing—at once artist, exponent, exemplar, and liberator.
Essential Historical Recordings: The French Violinist Jacques Thibaud
For the first half of the twentieth century, the Frenchman Jacques Thibaud (1880-1953) was one of the world’s most beloved violin soloists.
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.
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.
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.
