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Joining me on Violin Class this week is violin teacher Rachael Ridge, with whom I’ll be discussing:Body awarenessHow to relax and release tension as an adult learner.The importance of singingProper posture on violinAs well as her own journey with arthritis and how she’s been able to practice to avoid pain.For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclass

Vibrato Series 1/3. 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.Links:Vibrato Masterclass - Live

Vibrato series 2/3Learning 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 beautiful sound but not having

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 worksArm vs. wrist vibratoThe 4 stages of learning vibratoExamples of different styles of vibratoLinks:Vibrato Ma

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 approach practicing during busy se

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/newsletterFree warmups ebook:violinclass.co/warmupsviolinclass.coFor

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 [email protected] the Violin Class newsletter for extra tidbits with

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 [email protected] the Violin Class newsletter for extra tidbits with each episode:violinclass.co/newsletterFor links and examples mentioned in this episode, see the accompanying blog post at violinclass.co/episodes/

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/newsletterFor links mentioned in this episode, see the accompanying bl

I dive into some of the common mistakes I run into as a violin teacher, and some of the solutions (sometimes quick, sometimes less quick) to fix them.For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or [email protected] Class Website | Instagram | Lesson inquiries