Playing Fifths
Yesterday, I was asked to play the ‘Lark Ascending’ during a wedding ceremony, accompanied by a piano. It was a beautiful occasion and whilst we played it, the wedding guests sat spellbound. This is such an evocative piece and quite an unusual request but it was absolutely exquisite on this occasion.
The piece contains many ‘fifths’ [...]
Deputising for teaching….
It’s always been the case that a lot of professional musicians regularly teach as well as perform - either privately or at schools or music colleges. Due to the sometimes erratic nature of work, it’s not always 100% possible for full time players to meet their teaching commitments, and they will often ask a trusted [...]
Teaching Adults the Violin or Viola
I’ve taught many adult violinist and violists, some who have come to me as a total beginner (perhaps who had always wanted to learn a stringed instrument but had never had the time or opportunity before), and others who have played for many years or wish to take it up again after a long break. [...]
