Why I Record My Practice (And Why I’m Sharing It)
When I am working on a new piece or revisiting an old one, like the Bach partita I’ve been immersed […]
Why I Record My Practice (And Why I’m Sharing It) Read Post »
Reflections
Injury Prevention, Reflections
The Kinetic Chain: A Whole-Body Approach to Violin Playing
Sometimes technical frustrations in violin playing don’t come from the arms themselves, but from how the entire body is (or
The Kinetic Chain: A Whole-Body Approach to Violin Playing Read Post »
Practice With Purpose – A Simple Plan For You
If you’ve ever sat down to practice and wondered, “What should I really be working on right now?” — in
Practice With Purpose – A Simple Plan For You Read Post »
Musikverein and the Arrival Fallacy
Musikverein Wien Greetings from Graz, Austria – I’m in the middle of the AIMS music festival! The end of July
Musikverein and the Arrival Fallacy Read Post »
Why Some Musicians Play Better With Coffee
Did you know that coffee is a natural performance booster? In fact, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has put limits
Why Some Musicians Play Better With Coffee Read Post »
Practice (Exercises and Strategies), Reflections
Erick Friedman on Relaxation in Violin Playing
First of all, happy new year!! May your 2025 be filled with good health, peace, beautiful music, and (fill in
Erick Friedman on Relaxation in Violin Playing Read Post »
Growth, Reflections
I Went Back to My Old Setup
Change is the only constant in life, and that includes making adjustments as we go through our musical journey. Whether
I Went Back to My Old Setup Read Post »
Overcoming Common Roadblocks to New Year’s Resolutions
A happy, healthy, and musical New Year to you! I’m one of those people who traditionally sets resolutions at
Overcoming Common Roadblocks to New Year’s Resolutions Read Post »
Starling-Delay Symposium 2023
Last week I enjoyed being a participant of the Starling-Delay Symposium at the Juilliard School. It left me overwhelmed to
Starling-Delay Symposium 2023 Read Post »
Feeling the Audience Energy
I rarely play recitals. Most of my concerts are symphonic, and occasionally, a third-party event with a chamber ensemble. But
Feeling the Audience Energy Read Post »