Online Training for Creative String Players
Literature (all levels- Violin, Viola, & Cello)
A perfect addition to any player or teacher’s library. Think “Flesch, Galamian, and Kreutzer for contemporary players”.
Use my 50 free "Done For You" Video Lesson Workouts
Play along lessons for age 9+ created for Orchestra & String Teachers in response to the school closings. From a middle school student: " My teacher made me do this lesson for e learning and it's soo much fun!"
Creative Strings Academy
Become a more creative, versatile string player (or teacher) with online training and personalized feedback.
Increase your skill, opportunities, and impact.
Private Teachers-Moving Your Studio Online
Learn how I've managed energy & time while serving thousands of students online for 12 years.
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Free downloads related to improvisation and contemporary styles
creative strings podcast
Exploring intersections between creativity, music education, string playing, DIY music business, and culture
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The remarkable lesson of Gaelynn Lea
A major difference between classical music and “creative” music is the ability of the artist to decide what to play and what not to play. And while I’m all for classical music, I love the equalizing effect that being a creative artist allows. Technical “Virtuosity” or perfection is not a requisite for musical Creativity. The Read more about The remarkable lesson of Gaelynn Lea[…]
Shooby Taylor: What Artists/Teachers can learn from his legacy
Shooby Taylor inspires me. Not only do I love his music, but I respect what he went through to make his music. Any artist or teacher today can learn from the example of Shooby Taylor. This video, containing a collection of his performances originally overdubbed on cassette tape, is cued up to ‘Take a Read more about Shooby Taylor: What Artists/Teachers can learn from his legacy[…]
Improve at Home w/ Bite-Sized Play Along Lessons for Violin, Viola, & Cello, age 9 to Pro.
If you want More Music with Fewer “Apps”, scroll down for the String Teacher-Approved Free Playlist below. Choose from R&B, Waltz, Blues, Pop, Rock, Doo Wop, Bluegrass, Bossa Nova, Hip Hop, and other play alongs to gain theory, rhythm, movement, improvisation, technique, and ear training. Watch Ava play along to the Funk lesson. Her mom Read more about Improve at Home w/ Bite-Sized Play Along Lessons for Violin, Viola, & Cello, age 9 to Pro.[…]
Suddenly Unemployed? How to Sell Any Services & Earn Now
How to Sell & Offer ANY Freelance services right now (for non-teachers or anyone just trying to figure out ways to get work). Watch the video, listen to the Podcast episode, or read the article below. For musicians and music teachers who want to take your business online, find links to resources at Read more about Suddenly Unemployed? How to Sell Any Services & Earn Now[…]
How to Flip your Classroom or Studio & Really Teach Online
Real News: You can provide content, accountability, and assessment online, while maintaining a relationship with your students. I’m going to give you my best actionable advice, with no fluff, based on teaching thousands of students online for over twelve years. What is Flipping the Classroom? FB Groups, lesson videos, email drip courses, Read more about How to Flip your Classroom or Studio & Really Teach Online[…]