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5 Ways Musicians are Like Scientists

by Gail Nelsonupdated on February 1, 2019February 1, 2019

Why a musician’s approach to life will help your kids All my life, I have been fascinated by sound: it’s production, transmission and how it affects our lives. I love sound – music, language, and nature. I love it so …

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I Got a Violin for Christmas!

by Gail Nelsonupdated on December 27, 2018December 28, 2018

It is that time of year! Whether it was Hanukkah, Yule, or Christmas, I get to hear from students who are beyond thrilled with their new treasure…until they try to play it. Let’s face it, playing the violin (or viola) …

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Syncopation…or STINKopation?

by Gail Nelsonupdated on December 19, 2018December 20, 2018

4 Simple Strategies to Help Tame the Beast When I was young, I struggled with syncopation, the playing of notes that are off-beat. It was so frustrating that I called it “Stinkopation.” Hated the stuff. I struggled with that particular stinker …

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That Crazy Bow – What’s the Big Deal?

by Gail Nelsonupdated on December 14, 2018December 13, 2018

They say the bow is 80-90% of your sound on violin-family instruments, that logic follows that it’s also going to be 80-90% of the work. If your bow hold is less than stellar, you will likely notice that making a …

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Online Lessons Are Better Than You Might Think

by Gail Nelsonupdated on December 12, 2018December 12, 2018

A move is always nerve-wracking, no matter how close or far you are going. When we moved out here to Fort Worth, my students (in-studio) were unhappy and shocked to see their favorite music teacher leaving them. True, I have …

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Student Violin Books

I use several different books, and which we decide on depends on your child's learning style. Often we'll use a combination of methods designed to suit preferences, and customize as we go. That said, these are the most likely candidates and ones I highly recommend.

For beginning violin students, we use a good portion of Wohlfahrt's book. I love that it starts with very easy exercises, also that everything is a duet. I add repertoire (songs) to the list based on student interest and needs instead of a pre-determined course.

Advancing students will often have need of Applebaum's 3rd & 5th Position String Builder.

Student Viola Books

For viola students, I use a similar approach - lots of duets and repertoire that both supports the student and is interesting.

Advancing viola students can also benefit from Applebaum's String Builder series:



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