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The Violin Geek Podcast

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 ... Read more

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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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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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