Mike Marshall: An In-Depth Interview on Mandolin, Bluegrass, & Beyond
Earlier this week, three-time Grammy-nominated mandolinist and ArtistWorks instructor, Mike Marshall, was interviewed by music journalist Markus Brandstetter for the popular independent German music blog, Hyperlocrian.com. In this in-depth interview, Markus and Mike discuss Mike’s extensive musical background, his life-long relationship with stringed instruments (particularly the mandolin), and the current state of bluegrass music and beyond.
Classical Violin Lesson: Basic Vibrato with Richard Amoroso
Musical performances that truly move and inspire us have one very critical element in common—emotional expression. But, what makes a piece of music expressive? What elevates a performance to a level that can at one moment bring an audience to tears and have them dancing on their feet the next? One of the most effective techniques that musicians can employ to bolster the expressive nature of their music is the use of vibrato.
Classical Violin Lesson: Basic Vibrato with Richard Amoroso
Musical performances that truly move and inspire us have one very critical element in common—emotional expression. But, what makes a piece of music expressive? What elevates a performance to a level that can at one moment bring an audience to tears and have them dancing on their feet the next? One of the most effective techniques that musicians can employ to bolster the expressive nature of their music is the use of vibrato.
New Podcast: Noam Pikelny – How to Find Your Own Sound
In this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks cofounder Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy award-winning master musician, founding member of the Punch Brothers, and ArtistWorks banjo instructor, Noam Pikelny, to discuss the concept of “How to Find Your Own Sound.” Together, they explore the process of developing a unique voice as a player, how to embrace outside influence while still expressing yourself musically, and the importance of focusing on tone as much as note choice and execution when performing. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here at ArtistWorks.
New Podcast: Noam Pikelny – How to Find Your Own Sound
In this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks cofounder Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy award-winning master musician, founding member of the Punch Brothers, and ArtistWorks banjo instructor, Noam Pikelny, to discuss the concept of “How to Find Your Own Sound.” Together, they explore the process of developing a unique voice as a player, how to embrace outside influence while still expressing yourself musically, and the importance of focusing on tone as much as note choice and execution when performing. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here at ArtistWorks.
New Course: Announcing “Blues Rock Guitar with Jared James Nichols”
We are excited to announce our newest course coming September 2021, “Blues Rock Guitar with Jared James Nichols.”
New Course: Announcing “Blues Rock Guitar with Jared James Nichols”
We are excited to announce our newest course coming September 2021, “Blues Rock Guitar with Jared James Nichols.”
A great little idea for your up-sliding bowgrip, and my Facebook Fiddle School Page!
Thanks to Lev Zhurbin for this cool idea for keeping your right hand from sliding up the bow in this hot, hot weather. All you need is a rubber band.
AND... I've instituted a Fiddle School Facebook Page for that info and posts which don't have to be private, and to introduce other fiddlers to this school.
enjoy!
DA
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ArtistWorks Presents: Deering Live with Tony Trischka
On July 29, 2021, bluegrass banjo icon and ArtistWorks master instructor, Tony Trischka will be hosting a live-streaming event presented by Deering Banjos in collaboration with ArtistWorks. The event will begin at 6:00 PM ET/3:00 PM PT and will feature extensive performances from Tony, as well as in-depth discussions on Tony’s current projects, recent releases, and, of course, all things banjo and why Tony chooses Deering. They’ll also be examining Tony’s approaches as an educator, and dive deep into the benefits and extensive curriculum that Tony teaches in his amazing bluegrass banjo course here at ArtistWorks.