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BlogsTomás Cotik: How I interpret Bach
Ahead of his 2020 album release of Bach’s Sonatas and Partitas, the violinist presents a new blog series, in which he discusses the contradictions between the opposing trends and traditions in Bach interpretation, and his personal solutions to them
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The secrets of violinist Dorothy DeLay's teaching methods
Violinist Piet Koornhof witnessed Dorothy DeLay's extraordinary teaching skills as one of her students at the Juilliard School in New York. In 2001 he analysed what made her method so successful
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Spiccato and sautillé - two important bow strokes which are often confused
Spiccato and sautillé are the two most important off-the-string bowings, but they are often confused. One of the reasons might be their relation to speed.
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Technique: Teaching rhythm and bowing to beginners
How to inspire very young musicians to learn new cello playing skills
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From the Archive: students of today are distracted by fast cars and loud cinema
Albert J Roberts bemoans the pleasure-seeking of the younger generation in The Strad's July 1923 issue, and calls on music teachers not to give up on promoting their art in the face of such competition
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Violist Cynthia Phelps on studying with William Primrose and Donald McInnes
For some players, only the viola sound will do. But to bring out its full power, the New York Philharmonic violist sought help from a number of teachers, writes Ariane Todes
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Is repetitive practice a good or a bad thing?
A prolonged, sickening and monotonous repetition of a section of music or the legitimate means of mastering a difficult passage? Joseph O'Doherty weighs up the two sides.
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Prepare with Nicky: Part 1 - who is Elgar
In the first of Nicola Benedetti’s ‘Prepare with Nicky’ series, the violinist is focusing on Edward Elgar. Benedetti says: ‘Elgar is certainly one of the most beloved British composers and we felt it fitting to play a piece of music by him with our Advanced Orchestra at The Benedetti ...
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How to develop fourth finger strength
String students often suffer from weakness in the little finger, but this can be overcome, writes James Winram in the Strad's July 1913 issue
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Me and my teacher: Dan Styffe and Gary Karr
The double bass virtuoso taught Styffe how to control the pressures of the world outside the teaching studio
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How harmonics and singing can help to build a sound technique
Violin and viola pedagogue Jane Metcalfe discusses using techniques inspired by Kodály and Colourstrings methods
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With Nicky: Practice and Prepare Introduction
Nicola Benedetti offers tips on how to organise your time, how to stay concentrated and what to do with the time you have
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Ask the Experts: how to deal with a young problem pupil
Four teachers give their thoughts on helping an errant seven-year-old focus on her lessons
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5 tips for viola teachers by Juilliard School professor Michael Tree
How can viola teachers help their students develop into good players? The former Guarneri Quartet violist outlines the most important areas to focus on
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Encouraging independent learning in music lessons
Are scales squeezed out and sightreading neglected? Paul Harris shares some ideas on integrating core skills into your students' lessons
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Technique: Sautillé
Tips to help you master a bow stroke vital for making a good impression at any orchestral audition
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Behind the scenes at the music and wine festival
Burgundy’s Musique Vin festival has quickly grown from its humble origins to encompass a rich diversity of elements, not least first-rate performances from international artists and an instrument loan scheme for young musicians. Charlotte Gardner spoke to those involved in this unique project
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How to help music students with sightreading
If your students only brush up their sightreading at exam time, they're missing out on an important part of music making
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12 ways to encourage children to practise
Finding the right level of involvement in a child’s instrumental practice can be a tricky balancing act. Cellist and pedagogue Oliver Gledhill offers some strategic guidance
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Debate
Are conservatoires preparing young string players for the music world?
Violinist and professor Rodney Friend argues that music colleges are admitting too many students in the first place
