The Violin Geek Podcast
A podcast by Laurel Thomsen - Luni
127 Episoade
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All About Études
Publicat: 20.02.2025 -
Your String Questions Answered
Publicat: 19.12.2024 -
Play Faster (not just for violinists!)
Publicat: 18.11.2024 -
Your Violin Questions
Publicat: 16.09.2024 -
Recovery Practice
Publicat: 29.07.2024 -
Pitch versus Tone
Publicat: 24.06.2024 -
"Weaving musical worlds into one" - a conversation with Jazz violinist and composer Meg Okura
Publicat: 13.05.2024 -
Shifting Technique Deep Dive
Publicat: 15.04.2024 -
Play More Musically
Publicat: 25.03.2024 -
Getting comfortable with Uncomfort: Tools for Overcoming Performance Anxiety
Publicat: 19.02.2024 -
"Make Great Music with Ease" - a chat with violinist and Art of Freedom Method creator Jennifer Roig-Francolí
Publicat: 15.01.2024 -
Finding a comfortable and effective chin and shoulder rest
Publicat: 04.12.2023 -
Music Careers, Part 3
Publicat: 13.11.2023 -
Russian versus American Music Education - a conversation with Russian violinist and educator Michael Dvoskin
Publicat: 09.10.2023 -
Making Time for Music: a chat with violinist Julia Reddy
Publicat: 11.09.2023 -
Finding our voice, from Classical strings to Hot Jazz - A chat with violinist Gabe Terracciano
Publicat: 10.08.2023 -
Rediscovering Baroque Bows - a chat with historical bowmaker Ralph Ashmead
Publicat: 10.07.2023 -
Where am I supposed to put my thumb on the violin neck? Principles and considerations.
Publicat: 14.06.2023 -
Music Careers, Part 2
Publicat: 23.05.2023 -
Strengths and Challenges of Adult Learners - an interview with Rachael Ridge of "The Adult Violin Academy"
Publicat: 01.05.2023
Welcome violin geeks everywhere (or viola, fiddle, cello, guitar, trumpet...)! With all the detail and troubleshooting of a private lesson, violinist and violist, recording artist, author, and string teacher Laurel Thomsen shares daily discoveries, insightful interviews with top performers and music industry leaders, and tips for practicing, polishing, and becoming the best musician you can be. Episodes are accessible to beginners, yet contain the depth appreciated by the advancing student or seasoned performer alike. Happy Practicing!