Archive | June, 2011

How to Measure Effective Practice

How to measure effective practice? A timeless question. Daniel Coyle lays out a gauge to do precisely this and help people “practice better.”
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Daily Bow: Why Classical Music Needs Saving

Daily Bow: Why Classical Music Needs Saving

Daily Bow Logo Classical music needs saving… the fate of orchestras across the country is proof of that. Are you going to be one of the heroes to help?
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Michael Hill Winners Announced for Round 2!

Michael Hill winners have been announced for the second round of the competition! Who will be advancing to round three?
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Irving M. Klein Competition Results Are In!

Irving M. Klein Competition results are in! With performers like these Classical Music does not have to worry about its future. Read on to see who won!
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Monday’s Bow (June 6)

Monday’s Bow (June 6)

Daily Bow Logo Did you ever think you would see cat pajamas replace concert black for performers? Which European cellist was recently inspired by his “dream” cello? Have you heard that your music choices might soon be based on your physical location? Check out exciting, interesting and humorous stories in music brought to you on the Monday Daily […]
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Michael Hill Violin Competition Round 2

The Michael Hill Violin Competition, the most prestigious New Zealand violin competition, started its second round on Sunday, June 5. Check out the report on the ground from Miranda Adams, the associate concertmaster of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra, to learn what is happening across the world!
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Michael Hill Violin Competition Round 1 Videos

Check out video coverage of the Michael Hill International Violin Competition, courtesy of AucklandYou – an online video archive for Auckland Film makers and appreciators.
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Being Realistic About a Life in Music

Xavier Phillips is a first rate cellist with a wonderful sense of style and control. He is, by all accounts, a successful musician. And yet, few know better than him about the sacrifices involved in making it as a musician. Read on to learn from his experience!
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Daily Bow: Taking Her Center Stage

Daily Bow: Taking Her Center Stage

Daily Bow Logo Alisa Weilerstein is center stage in her career. Continue reading to learn more about this amazing cellist and her accomplishments!
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Michael Hill Violin Competition, Opening Day

The Michael Hill International Violin Competition in New Zealand has started! Follow the event with us at String Visions!
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