Functional Fitness for Musicians, Part 1: Arms and Hands
Functional Fitness for Musicians, Part 1: Arms and Hands
In this supplemental video series of the Violin Geek Podcast, violinist/violist and educator Laurel Thomsen shares a var... Read more
2 Jul 2022
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29mins
How Do I Get Out of Pain? - Playing Health in the Spotlight
How Do I Get Out of Pain? - Playing Health in the Spotlight
Pain and injury related to playing a musical instrument like the violin, viola, or cello, or general pain and tension th... Read more
2 Jul 2022
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42mins
"Back to Bach" - rediscovering your path and passion with Israeli/German violinist Maya Lorenzen
"Back to Bach" - rediscovering your path and passion with Israeli/German violinist Maya Lorenzen
Today we speak with Maya Lorenzen, an Israeli/German violinist who has wrestled internal and external conflict to chart ... Read more
27 May 2022
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1hr 27mins
Female Composers in the Spotlight - an interview with Dr. Cora Cooper
Female Composers in the Spotlight - an interview with Dr. Cora Cooper
In this episode of the Violin Geek Podcast, Laurel Thomsen chats with Dr. Cora Cooper, professor of violin, viola, chamb... Read more
15 Apr 2022
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1hr 20mins
"Counting Down the Hours" - finding freedom and joy with Classical violinist and fiddler Maura Shawn Scanlin
"Counting Down the Hours" - finding freedom and joy with Classical violinist and fiddler Maura Shawn Scanlin
In this episode we hear from Maura Shawn Scanlin, a Boston, MA based Classical violinist and fiddler who is bridging mus... Read more
17 Mar 2022
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57mins
Learn to Love Your Metronome
Learn to Love Your Metronome
If the metronome inspires fear, dread, or frustration in you, if you're not sure how to even use it, or if you find prac... Read more
18 Feb 2022
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1hr 3mins
Stories About Songs - "Money Shouldn't Talk That Strong"
Stories About Songs - "Money Shouldn't Talk That Strong"
In this episode we are celebrating today's release of Laurel Thomsen's fifth album with her partner, Canadian singer-son... Read more
21 Jan 2022
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50mins
Stories About Songs - "Make Me Come Alive"
Stories About Songs - "Make Me Come Alive"
In this episode of the Violin Geek Podcast we get a behind the scenes glimpse into the making of Laurel Thomsen's new si... Read more
18 Dec 2021
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34mins
"A Grand Journey" - bridging musical worlds with violinist Alexandr Kislitsyn
"A Grand Journey" - bridging musical worlds with violinist Alexandr Kislitsyn
In this episode we hear from Alexandr Kislitsyn, international violin soloist, chamber musician, educator, producer, and... Read more
24 Nov 2021
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1hr 10mins
Arranging Pop and Non-Classical Genres for Solo Violin or Ensemble
Arranging Pop and Non-Classical Genres for Solo Violin or Ensemble
Learn what it takes to create a compelling arrangement of a Pop, Rock, or Jazz tune and the factors that help determine ... Read more
10 Oct 2021
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1hr 36mins