All Focus articles – Page 4
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FocusStarker at 100: Hye-Ri Jang remembers cellist János Starker
2024 marks the centenary of the legendary cellist János Starker. Former student and assistant to Starker Hye-Ri Jang remembers her teacher, in this tribute from the April 2014 issue of The Strad
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FocusMy tech set-up: cellist Mike Block
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, the US multi-style cellist, singer and composer shares his go-to tech accessories
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FocusMy tech set-up: violist Jessica Meyer
The US violist and composer shares her go-to tech accessories in our Accessories 2024 supplement
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FocusMy tech set-up: cellist Ayanna Witter-Johnson
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, British multi-style cellist, composer and vocalist shares her go-to tech accessories
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FocusPiano trios to watch: Trio Chagall
Our June 2024 issue spotlights piano trios who are making waves in the classical music scene today. Charlotte Gardner takes a closer look at the Trio Chagall
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FocusPiano trios to watch: Trio Orelon
Our June 2024 issue spotlights piano trios who are making waves in the classical music scene today. Charlotte Gardner takes a closer look at the Trio Orelon
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FocusMy tech set-up: violist Martha Mooke
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, the US electric violist and composer shares her go-to tech accessories
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FocusPiano trios to watch: Mithras Trio
Our June 2024 issue spotlights piano trios who are making waves in the classical music scene today. Charlotte Gardner takes a closer look at the Mithras Trio
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FocusMy tech set-up: violinist Rob Flax
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, the US eclectic violinist shares his go-to tech accessories
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FocusMy tech set-up: violinist Scott Tixier
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, the French jazz violinist shares his go-to tech accessories
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FocusMy tech set-up: violinist Tim Kliphuis
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, the Dutch Gypsy Jazz violinist shares his go-to tech accessories
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FocusBernstein’s Serenade after Plato’s ‘Symposium’ challenges violinists to become compelling storytellers: James Ehnes
Bernstein’s Serenade after Plato’s ‘Symposium’ may not be an immediately recognisable piece of the violin repertoire. James Ehnes shares how the work has multiple access points that are a reflection of the multifaceted composer, ahead of performances with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra
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FocusMy experience: cellist Dylan Jowell, Eastman School of Music
‘Being able to adjust to whatever job comes your way is especially important in the modern climate, and I feel Eastman taught me to be a well-rounded and flexible musician,’ says the cellist
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FocusMy tech set-up: violinist Violeta Vicci
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, the Swiss violinist, vocalist and composer shares her go-to tech accessories
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FocusMy tech set-up: violinist Casey Driessen
In our Accessories 2024 supplement, US five-string fiddler shares his go-to tech accessories
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FocusMy experience: double bassist Alex Ferkey, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance London
‘If you want to strive for something a bit different, then I’d recommend Trinity Laban,’ says the double bassist
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FocusMy experience: cellist Chris Njapa, University of Cape Town
’It’s been a great environment for me,’ says the cellist.
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Focus8 tips for perfecting your violin varnish
Advice from The Strad Archive on preparing, applying and drying varnish for best results
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Focus6 tips for improved coordination
Guidance from The Strad’s archive for greater synchronisation between left-hand fingers and bow
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FocusNumbness of the fingers in violinists: what causes it and how can you fix it?
J.L.H. Thomas delves into a physical exploration of what causes numbness, as well as exercises to help strengthen muscles to alleviate its symptoms
