The Violin Geek Podcast
3 Favorites
Welcome violin geeks everywhere (or viola, fiddle, cello, guitar, trumpet...)! With all the detail and troubleshooting of a private lesson, violinist and violist, recording artist, author, and string teacher Laurel Thomsen shares daily discoveries, insightful interviews with top performers and music industry leaders, and tips for practicing, polishing, and becoming the best musician you can be. Episodes are accessible to beginners, yet contain the depth appreciated by the advancing student or seasoned performer alike. Happy Practicing! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/violingeek/support
Location:
United States
Description:
Welcome violin geeks everywhere (or viola, fiddle, cello, guitar, trumpet...)! With all the detail and troubleshooting of a private lesson, violinist and violist, recording artist, author, and string teacher Laurel Thomsen shares daily discoveries, insightful interviews with top performers and music industry leaders, and tips for practicing, polishing, and becoming the best musician you can be. Episodes are accessible to beginners, yet contain the depth appreciated by the advancing student or seasoned performer alike. Happy Practicing! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/violingeek/support
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.laurelthomsen.com
Shifting Technique Deep Dive
Duration:00:37:35
Play More Musically
Duration:00:47:12
Getting comfortable with Uncomfort: Tools for Overcoming Performance Anxiety
Duration:01:11:05
"Make Great Music with Ease" - a chat with violinist and Art of Freedom Method creator Jennifer Roig-Francolí
Duration:01:35:57
Finding a comfortable and effective chin and shoulder rest
Duration:00:19:32
Music Careers, Part 3
Duration:00:34:41
Russian versus American Music Education - a conversation with Russian violinist and educator Michael Dvoskin
Duration:01:28:57
Making Time for Music: a chat with violinist Julia Reddy
Duration:01:19:56
Finding our voice, from Classical strings to Hot Jazz - A chat with violinist Gabe Terracciano
Duration:01:44:26
Rediscovering Baroque Bows - a chat with historical bowmaker Ralph Ashmead
Duration:01:24:18
Where am I supposed to put my thumb on the violin neck? Principles and considerations.
Duration:00:20:58
Music Careers, Part 2
Duration:00:26:44
Strengths and Challenges of Adult Learners - an interview with Rachael Ridge of "The Adult Violin Academy"
Duration:01:03:39
Music Careers, Part 1
Duration:00:47:52
Challenges of the Adult Beginner Violinist: Laurel's interview on the Violin Class Podcast
Duration:00:58:36
Intonation Mastery #4: Issues within our Technique and Approach
Duration:00:36:50
"Learning By Ear" - a chat with fiddler Lissa Schneckenburger
Duration:01:19:51
Stories About Songs - "If A Wave"
Duration:00:22:31
Intonation Mastery #3: Avoiding External Factors + Practicing For Better Tuning
Duration:00:29:17
Following Your Passion to a Unique Career - an interview with DJ violinist and entertainer Asher Laub
Duration:01:26:35