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Sightreading is a skill that should be taught early

Self-expression is the key to tension-free string playing

‘Online learning has endless potential, but it will never replace getting together physically’ – Nicola Benedetti

Opinion: A light touch

Students should practise Bach’s Cello Suites with Schumann’s piano accompaniments - Leon Bosch

Raphaël Merlin to take up teaching post in Munich

Students should practise Bach’s Cello Suites with Schumann’s piano accompaniments - Leon Bosch

The fear of making mistakes stops violinists from playing with resonance and character – Nicola Benedetti

All for one: Nicola Benedetti

Bach Cello Suites on the Double Bass: A New Register

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The British violinist Nicola Benedetti on launching her mass education project for string players of all ages. Plus more.

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