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The Case for Active Practicing

Image of a "Not Very Ideal" Piano Study Have you ever had trouble motivating yourself to practice? Then this is for you. A special guest author offers some remarkable insights on how to make practicing more engaging, effective, and fun.
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Hearts Beating for Children

Learn about an amazing organization using music to impact and empower lives of children in Nepal. We need your help to support it!
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Biotech Violins

FOLLOW-UP: Fungus Violins and DIY Luthiery

Image of "Biotech" Violins Today we have a few fascinating follow-up stories on the previously covered topics of the “biotech” violins and building violins by hand.
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Make Your Own Carbon-Fiber Violin!

Carbon Fiber Violin Read on for a special treat in the realm of do-it-yourself luthiery!
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Rabbit Violinist

Hare and Tortoise: Who wins the race to injury?

Hare and Tortoise Musicians’ Health expert Brianna Richardson explores the influence of tempo on provoking performance injuries.
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Dinerchtein and Sarasate

The Viola Will Never be the Same Again – IRRESISTIBLE Score from Ovation Press

Image of Dinerchtein and Sarasate A thrilling new score exclusively from Ovation Press is guaranteed to excite performers and listeners alike! Read on for commentary from the editor himself, Viacheslav Dinerchtein!
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Villa-Lobos and Brazil

Brazil, Bach, and the Cello – Unknown Treasure for Cello and Piano by Heitor Villa-Lobos

Image of Villa-Lobos and Brazil In this special guest article, Dr. Lars Hoefs writes about the hidden cellistic jewels of composer Heitor Villa-Lobos and the incredible stories behind them. Read on for this incredible survey of “Brazil, Bach, and the Cello!”
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Jeff Bradetich: Inside Look at Exclusive Arrangements

Jeff Bradetich, internationally acclaimed double bassist, music professor, and editor at Ovation Press, has recorded three fantastic video interviews on his exclusive arrangements. With these pairings, we have great insight into the minds behind the music.
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Robert McDuffie

Who is America’s Antonio Vivaldi?

Profile Image of Robert McDuffie An Interview with International Violinist Robert McDuffie about a particular piece of music made just for him… by none other than Philip Glass.
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Acclaimed Scores from Composer Amy Barlowe!

Ovation Press recently released three new and highly-acclaimed scores from internationally known violinist and composer Amy Barlowe
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