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.
Nick Grizzle
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.
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.
4 Ways to Attract Students to Your Private Teaching Studio
If you’re seeking to build a private teaching studio, you’ll need to recruit students and, just as importantly, hang onto them once they sign up with you.
Be Kind to Your Tendons: 6 Low-Tension Exercises for Beleaguered Cellists
If tension is affecting your cello playing and you can’t seem to relax, try these troubleshooting exercises to evaluate your grip and help you loosen up.
A Flexible Approach: Can Yoga Help You Fight Injury and Find New Joy in Music?
Injury prevention may be the most obviously compelling reason for string players to practice yoga. It can help musicians improve their physical self-awareness—a critical step to warding off physical problems.
Exclusive Preview: Yo-Yo Ma’s New Audible Project ‘Beginner’s Mind’
By Strings StaffIn this exclusive preview provided to Strings magazine, Yo-Yo Ma describes the moment when, as a 16-year-old visiting the Marlboro Music Fe... Read More...
Beyond the Music: Tips on Physical Motion and Pain Avoidance for Adult Amateur String Players
You can have the best instrument, the best bow, and great technique, but it doesn't mean a thing if you can't physically play. That's why it's important to pay... Read More...
Gear Guide for Adult Amateur String Players
Even if you've been playing for years, it can be useful now and again to peruse a gear refresher. Here you'll find some quick, easy tips about selecting string... Read More...
