For "Alone Together," violinist Jennifer Koh commissioned 20 composers to write a 30-second “micro-work,” asking each to recommend a younger composer to debut it.
Efficiency in instrumental practice is essential, and this practice can be broken into two parts: building time and performing time.
No matter if you've played two gigs or 2,000, stage fright can happen to any musician at any time. Here are some ways string players can overcome stage fright.
As COVID-19 vaccinations continue, so do plans to get full orchestras and chamber ensembles back in halls before in-person audiences.
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John Corigliano is a magnificent composer and possibly the Beethoven of today. I wondered what he would see in them and what new language he would set to the concerto.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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?
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, or Strohviol, as it is also known, was invented and patented in 1899 & revolutionized the classical violin & the nascent music-recording industry.
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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.
Marian Paradeiser's Divertimento in E For Two Violins, Viola & Cello is a great addition to Doblinger’s Classical Music Series.
The longstanding commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion predates by a generation the present cultural moment’s demand for social justice.
David Milsom has written a guide for violinists and other music lovers who want to get into an authentically Romantic mood.
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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
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.
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?
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