Bästa Violin podcaster (2024)

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Your String Questions Answered 59:35

3d ago59:35

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Ever wondered what strings might help your instrument sound warmer? Brighter? Louder? Softer? Should you try gut strings? Is there a difference between synthetic and composite strings? What about all metal strings, and do different types of metals make a difference? What about different gauges, or tensions for that matter? How should you best care …

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Choosing Jesus Over Suicide: Finding God in the Hardest Moments - Episode 3 27:51

5d ago27:51

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Send us a text What if personal pain could be the catalyst for profound healing?" This episode of our podcast invites you into a deeply personal journey as I, Michael Sanchez, share the poignant memory of my grandmother through the timeless song "It Is Well with My Soul." This sets the stage for a heartfelt conversation about confronting life's mos…

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Navigating the Digital World: Embracing Faith and Simplicity - Episode 2 23:48

10d ago23:48

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered if your social media habits are pulling you away from your spiritual journey? Join me, Michael Sanchez, as I unravel my personal experiences with social media's dual nature—both as a bridge for connection and a potential barrier to hearing God's voice. With a soothing violin rendition of "Amazing Grace," we'll …

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Finding Peace and Purpose: A Journey of Faith, Music, and Transformation - Episode 1 27:52

12d ago27:52

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how a multimillion-dollar business collapse could lead to finding true peace and purpose? Join me, Michael Sanchez, as I recount my personal journey from a thriving entrepreneur to embracing a life enriched by faith and music in the Violin Gospel Podcast. Inspired by my grandfather's passion for the violin, I f…

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Play Faster (not just for violinists!) 37:20

1M ago37:20

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Can't quite get up to tempo? Starting to wonder if you even "have what it takes" to keep up with an ensemble? In this episode, host Laurel Thomsen demystifies one of the most universal issues among musicians of all types and skill levels, with tips for how to troubleshoot any speed issue. Buckle up and get ready to take your playing to warp speed. …

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Ep 31. Pietro Guarneri of Mantua part 4 34:54

1M ago34:54

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Here we are! The final chapter in the life of Pietro Guarneri of Mantua, a distinguished violin maker, and his experiences during a turbulent period in history. Pietro's mother-in-law joins their household in 1700. Pietro's style of violin making has evolved substantially, reflecting the broader and bolder designs of his instruments. However, famil…

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Ep 30. Pietro of Mantua Part 3 35:00

2M ago35:00

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Welcome back to the complex and eventful life of Pietro Guarneri of Mantua. This episode explores Pietro's struggle of managing six children alone, the influence of Jacob Steiner on his instruments, and the familial conflicts over inheritance. We look at Pietro's work for the court of Mantua, including his decorated instruments with the fleur de li…

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Ep 29. Pietro of Mantua Part 2 23:05

2M ago23:05

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In this episode of The Violin Chronicles, the life of Pietro Guarneri, Andrea Guarneri's eldest son, continues as he and his wife Caterina move to Mantua, a culturally rich yet politically tumultuous city. This episode opens a window onto Pietro's daily life, his tasks for the imprudent Duke Ferdinando Carlo, and the socio-political environment of …

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Ep 28. Pietro Guarneri of Mantua Part 1 44:49

2M ago44:49

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Never get your Pietro Guarneri's mixed up again! Pietro Guarneri of Mantua was Andrea Guarneri's eldest son, both a talented maker and musician, so why did he leave his home town to go work for a narcissistic socialite down the road? Find out as we take a look at this often forgotten Guarneri at the opulent and downright turbulent court of the Gonz…

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Buying a violin: a guide (and when to upgrade) 13:07

3M ago13:07

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In this episode, I guide you through the process of buying and upgrading your violin, from factory-made models to handcrafted luthier instruments. I’ll share tips on when to upgrade your violin, what to listen for when choosing one, and where to start your research. Accompanying blog post Violin Class newsletter For private lesson inquiries, contac…

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Your Violin Questions 47:21

3M ago47:21

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In this episode, host Laurel Thomsen answers your violin questions, including about strings, rosin, the instrument she plays, how to get dust out of your instrument, the story about the oldest violin she's ever played, and more. Enjoy! Show Notes: Intro/outro music "Tales from the Labyrinth": On Bandcamp ⁠https://danandlaurel.bandcamp.com/track/tal…

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Ep 27. Andrea Guarneri Part 2. his 3 sons and his 3 wills. 0:25

3M ago0:25

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Continue listening to the life of Andrea Guarneri, student of Nicolo Amati and father of 2 very important violin makers. To listen to this episode I invite you to sign up to Patreon, you can do this at Patreon/thevioinchronicles.comAv Linda Lespets

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Ep 26. Andrea Guarneri Part 1 The founding father 2:50

3M ago2:50

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Andrea Guarneri was the first in the line of Guarneri violin makers and he is the link with the Amati family, having been apprenticed to Nicolo Amati, but as you will see this family will soon break away from the Amati tradition and start creating their own unique style. the Guarneri family of violin makers. Take a look with me at Andrea's early li…

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Recovery Practice 18:09

5M ago18:09

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We know we can't stop to fix mistakes during a performance, so why don't we ever seem to spend time in the practice room practicing how to recover? In this episode, host Laurel Thomsen shares why "recovery practice" might be the missing factor in your routine, and three ways to practice getting better at getting back on track when we do make a mist…

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3 effective ways to end your violin practice 24:57

6M ago24:57

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I've talked a lot about violin warmups and technique exercises that you should be doing at the beginning of your practice session, but it’s just as important to look at how to end our practice. The way we end our practice session sets up the beginning of the next day’s work, and ideally we end wanting to go on and not in a mountain of frustration (…

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How professionals practice, with Davina Shum of the Strad 38:03

6M ago38:03

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I’m joined by cellist and online editor of the Strad, Davina Shum. We discuss practicing, careers in classical music, and practical tips for adult learners. Full blog post the Strad Podcast Articles by Davina: Why don't string players practice pizzicato The importance and difficulty of playing softly A case for depping Send me a text message For le…

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Pitch versus Tone 22:46

6M ago22:46

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Beginning students, but even the more advanced among us, often struggle with pitch (intonation) and tone. Troubleshooting sounds we'd like to improve can be especially frustrating when we're having a hard time differentiating between the two. One is the domain of the left hand, while the other, the domain of the right. In this episode we explore ho…

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6 violin techniques you should practice every day 25:25

6M ago25:25

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In my 15 years of teaching violin, I’ve noticed a topic that is confusing for a lot of adult learners: how to structure their technique and warmup practice. In this blog post, I wanted to discuss six things that I think that every violinist should be practicing in some form at every practice session— some of these will be more geared towards interm…

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On practicing smarter and violin vs. viola, with Liz and Steph from MusicianCentric 49:31

7M ago49:31

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I’m joined violists Liz & Steph, the hosts of MusicianCentric Podcast. They share new research on how to practice smarter and the differences between viola and violin. Listen to MusicianCentric podcast here Molly Gebrian episode / Susanna Klein episode --- Full blog post and transcript Free violin warmups guide Join the Violin Class newsletter Send…

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Making time for violin in a busy season of life | Student Stories: Carly 1:09:16

7M ago1:09:16

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I’m sharing an interview with my private student, Carly. Carly started the violin in her late 20s and has made fast progress in the 2 years that we have been working together. She discusses how she’s been able to progress without having a ton of time to practice— in addition to learning violin, Carly is busy raising and homeschooling 4 young childr…

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"Weaving musical worlds into one" - a conversation with Jazz violinist and composer Meg Okura 1:29:27

7M ago1:29:27

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In this episode we speak with Tokyo born, New York based Jazz violinist and composer about her new album, "Lingering," with pianist Kevin Hayes, how her conversion to Judaism has informed her life and music, her journey from Julliard to free improvisation, and how she's managed to turn labels and stereotypes into assets along her career path. Show …

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Posture and body awareness for adult learners, with Rachael Ridge 42:12

8M ago42:12

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Joining me on Violin Class this week is violin teacher Rachael Ridge, with whom I’ll be discussing: Body awareness How to relax and release tension as an adult learner. The importance of singing Proper posture on violin As well as her own journey with arthritis and how she’s been able to practice to avoid pain. Send me a text message For lesson inq…

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Ep 25. Giovanni Battista Rogeri Part 2 0:31

8M ago0:31

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In this second episode on Giovanni Battista Rogeri we look at his family and children. Living in Brescia also meant that Rogeri was in the heart of an Opera loving people close to Venice and an exciting time musically and instrumentally. Transcript Hello and welcome to the Violin Chronicles, a podcast in which I, Linda Lespets, will attempt to brin…

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Ep 24. Giovanni Battista Rogeri Part I 42:42

8M ago42:42

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Giovanni Battista Rogeri has often been confused with other makers such as the Rugeri family, because of his name, and Giovanni Paolo Maggini, because of his working style. Trained in the famous workshop of Nicolo Amati in Cremona, Rogeri set out to make a name for himself in Brescia creating a Cremonese Brescian fusion. Learn all about this often …

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The Value and Nuances of Teaching Improvisation for Music Educators 56:56

8M ago56:56

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Marcello DeFrancesco interviews Christian Howes as research for his PHD in music education. They discuss questions related to improvisation, nuances of learning techniques, the influence of genres like Jazz on improvisation, and the critical role of educational institutions in fostering creativity. Delving into personal experiences, they explore im…

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Shifting Technique Deep Dive 37:35

8M ago37:35

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What is shifting? How do we make our shifts more accurate and clean? If we're just beginning and not ready to learn how to shift yet, what can we do to ensure we'll be ready when the time comes? Join me as we dive deep into the nuances of shifting technique as it applies to the violin or viola, with tips also helpful for cellists, and for both begi…

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7 top vibrato mistakes, explained 28:38

9M ago28:38

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Vibrato Series 3/3. Did you know that certain styles of vibrato can be controversial? This episodes explores the most common mistakes violinists make at every level of their playing. In this episode, you’ll learn about what issues are most prevalent when violinists are learning vibrato in beginner, intermediate, and advanced stages of their studies…

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Preparing for vibrato as a beginner 24:15

9M ago24:15

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Vibrato series 2/3 Learning vibrato is such an important rite of passage when it comes to learning the violin. It's something that every violin student strives for and something that sometimes feels impossible to learn. However, vibrato is not a beginner technique, and I completely understand the frustration when it comes to wanting to play with a …

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Play More Musically 47:12

9M ago47:12

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Many of us were drawn to play the violin, viola, or cello because we'd heard playing that brought us to tears, filled us with joy, or expressed a feeling that we couldn't even describe with words. Truly, there seems to be no limit to the emotions and the variety of sounds these instruments can express. However, our first weeks, months, and even yea…

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The ultimate guide to learning vibrato 24:09

9M ago24:09

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Vibrato Series 1/3. Learning vibrato is a long process, but there is a method to it. With the right guidance, a lot of practice and a whole lot of patience, you can learn vibrato and add it to your playing. In this episode, you’ll learn about: What vibrato is and how it works Arm vs. wrist vibrato The 4 stages of learning vibrato Examples of differ…

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Ep 23. The 4 sons of Francesco Rugeri Part 5 0:31

9M ago0:31

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Francesco Rugeri had 4 sons, lets take a look at who they were and their contribution to Cremona in its golden period. In this episode we concludes the story of Francesco Ruggeri, a lesser-known but fascinating violin maker from Cremona, Italy. Discover his life, his move to different parishes, and the roles his children played in carrying on his l…

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Ep 22. Francesco Rugeri Part 4 with Duane Rosengard 32:07

10M ago32:07

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In this episode we will be looking at Francesco’s most productive period of making instruments with a busy workshop and 4 sons helping him out. Jason Price from Tarisio fine violins and bows talks to us about Rugeris distinctive making style and his prolific production at this time in his life but things do not run as smoothly as Rugeri would like …

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Practicing strategies: how to make progress when time is limited 25:19

10M ago25:19

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So much to practice and so little time: I think this is a feeling that a lot of us can relate to. I'm going to show you how you can continue to progress on the violin even if you're limited by your schedule. In this episode, I discuss: - The 2 keys to practicing with limited time - How to fit more violin practice time into your day - How to approac…

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Ep 21. Francesco Rugeri Part 3 36:28

10M ago36:28

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Join me as we continue to look at the life of this innovative violin maker who was literally living outside the box. His workshop has been successfully set up, he has a young family and work is pouring in. Francesco now has to take on apprentices but who could they be? Keep listening to find out. Transcript Hello and welcome to the Violin Chronic…

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Jazz Violin vs Classical Violin: the difference in Bowing Technique 28:45

10M ago28:45

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Violin bow techniques vary between classical and jazz violin playing- listen to learn why it's important to know them both. Follow Dr. Lynn Kuo at her wonderful Youtube Channel @violynnkuo Our discussion reveals insight into bow usage, articulation, and maintaining bow contact for rhythmical precision. Dr. Kuo shares insights on optimizing sound pr…

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The incredible story of Kathleen Parlow Part 2 37:14

10M ago37:14

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Part II Kathleen Parlow was one of the most outstanding violinists at the beginning of the 20th century. In 1912, she was signed by the Columbia Record Company in New York, and her first records for the U.S. label were brought out alongside those of the legendary Eugene Ysaÿe. Listen to her fascinating story and how she took the world by storm. Fro…

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Introducing THE HISTORICAL STRING RECORDINGS PODCAST , The incredible story of Kathleen Parlow part I 48:28

10M ago48:28

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Kathleen Parlow was one of the most outstanding violinists at the beginning of the 20th century. In 1912, she was signed by the Columbia Record Company in New York, and her first records for the U.S. label were brought out alongside those of the legendary Eugene Ysaÿe. Listen to her fascinating story and how she took the world by storm. From her de…

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Ep 20. Francesco Rugeri Part 2 with Dan Larson of Gamut Strings and Jason Price 30:33

10M ago30:33

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Come and discover in this episode why your cello is the size it is! We continue looking at the life of Francesco Rugeri and how his career intersected with other well known masters such as Guarneri and Stradivari. The advent of wound strings will also play a part in piecing together the puzzle of how Francesco Rugeri was able to make smaller cellos…

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An adult violin student shares her advice | Student stories: Lisa 55:23

10M ago55:23

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This week, I’m sharing a conversation with my private student Lisa, who has been playing the violin for 2 years. She shares her advice for beginners and how she makes music a meaningful part of her life. Join the Violin Class newsletter for more bonus content with each new episode & violin tips: violinclass.co/newsletter Free warmups ebook: violinc…

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Getting comfortable with Uncomfort: Tools for Overcoming Performance Anxiety 1:11:05

10M ago1:11:05

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It's frustrating and disheartening when all our preparation in the practice room doesn't make it out onto the stage. Instead of presenting the polished piece we've been performing in the comfort of our room, we're suddenly overcome by hyper-drive vibrato, sweaty palms, or a bow that jitters and skids as we squeak out our phrases. We're overwhelmed …

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Ep 19 Francesco Rugeri Part I with Jason Price 33:07

10M ago33:07

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Francesco Rugeri; this Cremonese violin maker often mistaken for Giovanni Battista Rogeri, another Cremonese trained violin maker living at the same time, made many fine instruments and is especially well known for his cellos and his innovation of the instrument. Join me as I delve into the life of violin makers in Cremona after the Amati's and bef…

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How to immerse yourself in the violin world - in 7 steps 42:55

11M ago42:55

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They say the best way of learning a language quickly and completely is total immersion, and the same is true for violin. In this episode, I walk you through a day-in-the-life of a conservatory student and give you ideas for creating an immersive experience of your own. For lesson inquiries, email me at violinclasspod@gmail.com. Join the Violin Clas…

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58 - What Violin Repertoire Should I Learn? - Leopold Auer Series Part 4 9:48

11M ago9:48

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Today we will explore a range of repertoire recommendations by Leopold Auer from the Baroque masterpieces of Bach and Handel to the Romantic concertos of Tchaikovsky, Brahms, and Beethoven.

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57 - Nuance - The Secret to Violin Mastery - Leopold Auer Series Part 3 9:44

11M ago9:44

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Welcome to Part 3 of the Leopold Auer Series on Violin Podcast. In this episode, we uncover the secret to achieving nuance in your violin playing. Renowned violinist and instructor, Leopold Auer, has his invaluable insights and I have some practical tips on how to play with nuance. Discover the power of dynamics, timbre, and more, as we unlock the …

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How to play faster on violin: a step-by-step method 24:09

11M ago24:09

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I delve into nitty-gritty of playing the violin faster, and share the steps to building up speed while maintaining clarity. For lesson inquiries, email me at violinclasspod@gmail.com. Join the Violin Class newsletter for extra tidbits with each episode: violinclass.co/newsletter For links and examples mentioned in this episode, see the accompanying…

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56 - Produce A Nice Tone On The Violin - Leopold Auer Series Part 2 15:36

11M ago15:36

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We delve deeper into the world of violin tone production with a focus on the techniques and applications inspired by the legendary violinist Leopold Auer. Join us as we explore advanced tips and strategies to enhance your violin playing and achieve a rich, expressive tone. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced violinist, this video will provi…

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"Make Great Music with Ease" - a chat with violinist and Art of Freedom Method creator Jennifer Roig-Francolí 1:35:57

11M ago1:35:57

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Happy New Year! We want our music making journey to be positive and comfortable, so we can express ourselves with freedom. Listen in as I chat with Jennifer Roig-Francolí, a professional violinist, certified Alexander Technique instructor, and the creator of the Art of Freedom Method. We learn about Jennifer’s path from concert violinist to her rol…

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55 - Best Practice Strategies according to Leopold Auer Part 1 18:09

12M ago18:09

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Leopold Auer was the teacher of Jascha Heifetz. If anyone has knowledge regarding performing and teaching the violin, he would be a great person to talk to. In this four part series, I will be dissecting some interesting ways to approach the violin. All references are made from his book, 'Violin Playing, As I Teach It". 0:00 Introduction1:09 What t…

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A violin teacher's advice to adult beginner violinists 28:08

12M ago28:08

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I share some advice to adult violin learners who are just starting, including setting realistic goals, the importance of regular practice, choosing the right resources, when to start lessons, and the benefits of active listening. Join the Violin Class newsletter for extra tidbits with each episode: violinclass.co/newsletter For links mentioned in t…

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Bonus ep: Ballet, Amati Violins, and a Psychopaths Wedding. 0:36

1y ago0:36

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Want to hear about the worlds most expensive ballet performance, murderous royals and Cremonese violins? Well listen on to see what happened to Andrea Amati's instruments once they arrived in the French court. To have access to this episode sign into Patreon, just go to Patreon/theviolinchronicles.com to listen.…

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