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To Play Parallel or Not: A Controversy of Technique, Part 2

One of the first scientific studies into the important topic “To play parallel or not?” Read on because WE need YOUR HELP in answering that question
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To Play Parallel or Not: A Controversy of Technique, Part 1

To Play Parallel or Not: A Controversy of Technique, Part 1

String Theory Slider Version To Play Parallel or Not? Should the bow be parallel to the bridge? This is a question that has caused controversy over many years. READ ON FOR AN INTRODUCTION TO THIS HOTLY-DEBATED TOPIC!
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Emily Wright and the Sound of Music

Emily Wright, a former student of mine from many years ago, runs a blog called the Stark Raving Cello. Last year she produced a very interesting article that fits well within the scope of Creative Music Ed found here on String Visions.
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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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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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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: Two Conducting Competitions Across the World

Daily Bow: Two Conducting Competitions Across the World

Daily Bow Logo Today’s Daily Bow looks at some incredible emerging (and seasoned) talent at two different conducting competitions, one in the US and one in Poland.
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Daily Bow: More on the Musical Mind!

Daily Bow: More on the Musical Mind!

Daily Bow Logo Great links on the “musical mind,” including information on music, the brain, and creativity!
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Interview with Cellist and Editor Valter Dešpalj

Interview with Cellist and Editor Valter Dešpalj

Valter Despalj Featured Banner Internationally acclaimed cellist, arranger, and Ovation Press editor Valter Dešpalj shares his thoughts on arranging music and the evolving body of cello repertoire.
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Daily Bow: Is there ANY Good News About Orchestras?

Daily Bow: Is there ANY Good News About Orchestras?

Daily Bow Logo What do orchestras need to be successful today? Read on for one person’s perspective…
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