Violin Class (Julia Reddy)
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| 13 Jun 2022 | Setting up your space for violin practice | 00:22:56 | |
Do you have what you need to have a successful violin practice? Listen to find out what you need to set up your space (spoiler...it's not much). | |||
| 22 Jun 2022 | A newbie’s guide to live classical concerts | 00:29:00 | |
Sign up for the Violin Class Insiders newsletter to read the full show notes, written parts of this episode, and some bonus content at violinclass.co/newsletter New to classical music? Start here! The classical world is a bit intimidating if you're just starting out, but attending a live concert is one of the best things to go out and see if you're learning the violin. Listen to learn audience etiquette, the best places to find local concerts , what type of concerts you should see for your first show, how to find affordable concerts, and much more. You'll also hear how to get the most out of your listening experience as someone studying a classical instrument. You can contact me directly at violinclasspod@gmail.com This podcast is a one-woman operation and uses no affiliate links or sponsorships, so your donations are what keeps this show running and available for free. Your support will help to cover the costs of hosting, the website, and other recurring fees, as well as the many hours of research, recording, and editing. Thank you so much for your support! For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 11 Jul 2022 | When can you learn vibrato? A violin teacher's perspective. | 00:22:57 | |
When should you start learning vibrato? I answer my #1 most asked question as a violin teacher. Listen to learn what I look for before starting vibrato, how long it takes to learn, when I personally teach it, and what you can do to start preparing-- even as a beginner. | |||
| 13 Jul 2022 | Is practicing with a tuner a good idea? | 00:16:53 | |
To read the full show notes and extra tidbits, join the Violin Class newsletter here: violinclass.co/newsletter Like everything, there are pros and cons to working with a tuner, and most violin teachers (myself included) generally don’t recommend them. That said, they can be a very valuable tool to some adult learners when used correctly! | |||
| 21 Jul 2022 | How to organize your violin practice to optimize your productivity | 00:22:35 | |
Tracking your progress and progress can be a great tool to keep you motivated and organized. I will walk you through how to keep a practice journal effectively, and how to use it to keep your violin practice on track. For the full show notes, including a full example of one of my own practice plans, sign up for the newsletter at violinclass.co/newsletter | |||
| 11 Aug 2022 | How professional orchestra auditions work, with Evalynn Tyros | 00:35:55 | |
To read the full show notes and bonus content for this episode, join the Violin Class newsletter here: In this episode, violist Evalynn Tyros gives you a behind-the-scene perspective into what only happens behind closed doors in the classical world: the audition process. Musicians give their everything in these auditions, and it’s incredibly difficult and competitive to win a job. And that’s the term we use— winning a job. Because it is every bit a competition. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 22 Aug 2022 | The #1 thing you should be doing outside of practice | 00:17:33 | |
If you’re learning a piece of music, there’s one thing you really need to be doing outside of practice. Part 1/2 | |||
| 01 Sep 2022 | How to analyze recordings to improve your playing | 00:39:12 | |
Active listening: a vital skill for all violinists. Learn how to source good recordings, which to avoid, whether it makes a difference to listen with video or audio, and then, the most important part, how to listen. I’m going to walk you through this using several recordings of the same piece, and we’re going to listen and analyze them together. Lastly, you’ll hear from my private students discuss how they use recordings, and how it has helped them. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 12 Sep 2022 | The best advice from an adult violin student | Student stories: Julia | 00:41:42 | |
I talk to my violin student Julia, who has been playing the violin for a bit over a year and a half and is what I would consider an example of a dedicated student of violin. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 26 Sep 2022 | The diverse careers of modern violinists, feat Eric Mrugala of Violin Podcast | 00:49:44 | |
I'm joined by Eric Mrugala, a violinist and host of the Violin Podcast. We’re discussing the state of the career of a modern-day violinist, how that has changed with the rise of social media, and what we think is missing in music schools to prepare violinists for the realities of modern-day violinists’ careers. You can check out our other collaborative episode on his show here: https://www.violinpodcast.com/43-julia-reddy-host-of-violin-class-podcast/ For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 12 Oct 2022 | Is it me or my violin? Troubleshooting unpleasant sounds | 00:21:52 | |
You’re not sounding so hot in today’s violin practice session. Is it you or your violin? | |||
| 25 Nov 2022 | Top mistakes beginner violinists make and how to fix them | 00:25:53 | |
In this episode, we’re going to look at one of the first things I want my private violin students to learn how to do— diagnosing these errors on your own and having the tools to fix them. If you want to keep this podcast running, please consider showing your support by buying me a coffee: For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 25 Feb 2023 | Challenges of adult beginner violinists, with Laurel Thomsen of Violin Geek | 01:02:48 | |
To read the full show notes and extra tidbits, join the Violin Class newsletter here: Check out Laurel Thomsen - The Violin Geek Podcast. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | Avoiding burnout in practicing (mini) | 00:10:41 | |
Four strategies for avoiding burnout when practicing the violin, including cutting down on practice time, mixing up your routine, taking short breaks, and giving yourself space. Resources mentioned: Free download: Violin Warmups: The Complete Guide for Adult Beginners Join newsletter for bonus content with each new episode | |||
| 13 Mar 2023 | The Art of Violin Repairs, with Rozie and Jerry of OMO podcast | 00:45:45 | |
I'm joined by luthiers Rozie Deloach and Jerry Lynn of OMO podcast: The Romance & Reality of violin makers. Join the Violin Class newsletter for more bonus content with each new episode: violinclass.co/newsletter
For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 27 Mar 2023 | Jazz violin for classical players, with Matt Holborn of Jazz Violin Podcast | 00:47:58 | |
Although we mainly stick with classical violin here on Violin Class, I have a lot of jazz-curious listeners. That's why I’ve invited Matt Holborn of the Jazz Violin podcast to join me.
For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 01 May 2023 | From beginner violinist to playing in a band | Student Stories: Jamie | 00:34:16 | |
This week, I’m sharing a conversation with my former student, who has been playing the violin for 3 years. We discuss how she was able to join a band and performed a live show after playing violin for a few month, and how she makes time for practice with a busy schedule. Join the Violin Class newsletter for more bonus content with each new episode & violin tips: Free warmups ebook: For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 03 Apr 2023 | Violin Scales 101 - Creative ideas to improve your playing | 00:18:18 | |
Sign up for the Creative Scales Workshop/ Saturday, April 29th at 2pm (Eastern Time) Scales should be fun!
Hope to see you there! | |||
| 17 Apr 2023 | A look into my scales routine | 00:28:21 | |
I walk you through my routine for practicing my scales, including slow and acceleration scales, different bowing patterns, and arpeggios. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 22 May 2023 | Creating a musical community: The key to growing as a violinist | 00:20:26 | |
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| 05 Jul 2023 | Common beginner violinist mistakes and how to fix them | 00:30:17 | |
I dive into some of the common mistakes I run into as a violin teacher, and some of the solutions (sometimes quick, sometimes less quick) to fix them. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | A violin teacher's advice to adult beginner violinists | 00:28:08 | |
I share some advice to adult violin learners who are just starting, including setting realistic goals, the importance of regular practice, choosing the right resources, when to start lessons, and the benefits of active listening. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | How to play faster on violin: a step-by-step method | 00:24:09 | |
I delve into nitty-gritty of playing the violin faster, and share the steps to building up speed while maintaining clarity. Join the Violin Class newsletter for extra tidbits with each episode: violinclass.co For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 05 Feb 2024 | How to immerse yourself in the violin world - in 7 steps | 00:42:55 | |
They say the best way of learning a language quickly and completely is total immersion, and the same is true for violin. In this episode, I walk you through a day-in-the-life of a conservatory student and give you ideas for creating an immersive experience of your own. Join the Violin Class newsletter for extra tidbits with each episode: For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | An adult violin student shares her advice | Student stories: Lisa | 00:55:23 | |
This week, I’m sharing a conversation with my private student Lisa, who has been playing the violin for 2 years. She shares her advice for beginners and how she makes music a meaningful part of her life. Free warmups ebook: violinclass.co For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | Practicing strategies: how to make progress when time is limited | 00:25:19 | |
So much to practice and so little time: I think this is a feeling that a lot of us can relate to. I'm going to show you how you can continue to progress on the violin even if you're limited by your schedule. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | Preparing for vibrato as a beginner | 00:24:15 | |
Vibrato series 2/3 However, vibrato is not a beginner technique, and I completely understand the frustration when it comes to wanting to play with a beautiful sound but not having vibrato in your toolbox. Here are some things that you can start doing even as a beginner, even in your first year of violin playing to get ready to learn vibrato. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | The ultimate guide to learning vibrato | 00:24:09 | |
Vibrato Series 1/3. In this episode, you’ll learn about:
Links: For lesson inquiries, contact me here or email me at violinclasspod@gmail.com. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | 7 top vibrato mistakes, explained | 00:28:38 | |
Vibrato Series 3/3. In this episode, you’ll learn about what issues are most prevalent when violinists are learning vibrato in beginner, intermediate, and advanced stages of their studies. Links: For lesson inquiries, contact me here or email me at violinclasspod@gmail.com. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. Violin Class Website | Instagram | Lesson inquiries For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | Posture and body awareness for adult learners, with Rachael Ridge | 00:42:12 | |
Joining me on Violin Class this week is violin teacher Rachael Ridge, with whom I’ll be discussing:
As well as her own journey with arthritis and how she’s been able to practice to avoid pain. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 13 May 2024 | Making time for violin in a busy season of life | Student Stories: Carly | 01:09:16 | |
I’m sharing an interview with my private student, Carly. Carly started the violin in her late 20s and has made fast progress in the 2 years that we have been working together. She discusses how she’s been able to progress without having a ton of time to practice— in addition to learning violin, Carly is busy raising and homeschooling 4 young children. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 27 May 2024 | On practicing smarter and violin vs. viola, with Liz and Steph from MusicianCentric | 00:49:31 | |
I’m joined violists Liz & Steph, the hosts of MusicianCentric Podcast. They share new research on how to practice smarter and the differences between viola and violin. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 10 Jun 2024 | 6 violin techniques you should practice every day | 00:25:25 | |
In my 15 years of teaching violin, I’ve noticed a topic that is confusing for a lot of adult learners: how to structure their technique and warmup practice. In this blog post, I wanted to discuss six things that I think that every violinist should be practicing in some form at every practice session— some of these will be more geared towards intermediate to advanced players, but most will apply to beginners as well. I hope to give you a few more things to add to your practice routine and some ideas for how to practice them. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 24 Jun 2024 | How professionals practice, with Davina Shum of the Strad | 00:38:03 | |
I’m joined by cellist and online editor of the Strad, Davina Shum. We discuss practicing, careers in classical music, and practical tips for adult learners. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | 3 effective ways to end your violin practice | 00:24:57 | |
I've talked a lot about violin warmups and technique exercises that you should be doing at the beginning of your practice session, but it’s just as important to look at how to end our practice. The way we end our practice session sets up the beginning of the next day’s work, and ideally we end wanting to go on and not in a mountain of frustration (although that happens, too!) Here’s my suggestion for ending your violin practice: the R/R/R method. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | Buying a violin: a guide (and when to upgrade) | 00:13:07 | |
In this episode, I guide you through the process of buying and upgrading your violin, from factory-made models to handcrafted luthier instruments.
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| 26 Jan 2021 | Introduction | 00:03:02 | |
Introducing Violin Class, a podcast for the non-professional violinist. Here I cover a bit of background on what will be discussed in upcoming episodes. | |||
| 26 Jan 2021 | Seven advantages adults have over kids when it comes to learning violin | 00:13:40 | |
In this episode, I go over the seven reasons why it's easier to learn the violin as an adult than as a kid. I also go over the advantages that kids have when learning an instrument, and how we can apply that to our learning. | |||
| 02 Feb 2021 | 7 tips to get the most out of your violin lessons | 00:08:08 | |
If you're taking violin lessons with a private teacher, here are 7 things you should be doing to get the most out of your classes. Instagram: | |||
| 09 Feb 2021 | What you need to know before buying a violin | 00:16:49 | |
Things you should be aware of to help you prepare to buy an instrument. Instagram: | |||
| 23 Feb 2021 | Violin maintenance- how to take care of your violin | 00:20:57 | |
Everything you should know about taking care of your instrument - all your questions answered! When should you change strings, when should you visit the luthier, can you keep your violin on the wall, do you need a humidifier, and many more tips. | |||
| 09 Mar 2021 | Classical Violin Repertoire: the listening guide to classical violin music | 00:18:45 | |
In this episode I will be going over some of the types of pieces in the classical violin repertoire, including some pieces you should listen to and familiarize yourself with. There are many, many pieces written for the violin, so if you have a new interest for the classical violin world it can be a bit overwhelming to know where to start. The goal of this episode is to help give you some background to help demystify and help you better understand the music you like to listen to. | |||
| 16 Mar 2021 | Getting back into practicing violin after a long break, part 1 | 00:12:29 | |
Sometimes, life gets in the way and you’ve stopped playing or practicing violin. You may have gone off to college, started a family, or just taken a break. Whether you’ve been away for a few months, or a few decades, there are some tips and things to keep in mind when you're ready to start up again. | |||
| 23 Mar 2021 | Getting back into shape after a long practice break, part 2 | 00:12:29 | |
If you've taken a long break from playing violin, don’t just jump right into playing the last thing you were practicing before you stopped. This week’s episode to learn how I get into shape efficiently and safely - including specific etudes, exercises, and strategies. Shradieck School of Violin Technics: Yost Shifting Book: Sevcik Op 2: Kreutzer: https://ks.imslp.info/files/imglnks/usimg/0/0d/IMSLP01503-Kreutzer_Complete_Etudes.pdf Mazas:
https://ks.imslp.info/files/imglnks/usimg/2/24/IMSLP19882-PMLP46562-Wohlfahrt_Op_45_Bk_1.pdf | |||
| 13 Apr 2021 | Transitioning from classical violin to Irish fiddle, feat. Hannah Harris | 00:33:44 | |
What’s the difference between a fiddle and a violin? How do you get started learning to fiddle if you come form a classical music background? What should you know going into your first Irish fiddle session? This week’s episode of Violin Class Podcast features guest expert, fiddler, and ethnomusicologist Hannah Harris, who answers all of these questions and many more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahharrisceol Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahharrisceol Free Weekly Fiddle Tips: https://mailchi.mp/hannahharrisceol/fiddle-student-landing-page Find Your Lilt Bowing Course: https://hannahharrisceol.com/enroll Album Purchase: https://hannahharrisceol.com/shop Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7bZemYFnUg1waaTj84M63r?si=c5niXcrbQEy0mk24lsm44Q ___________________ Books Mentioned: The Irish Fiddle Book -- Matt Cranitch A Complete Guide to Learning the Irish Fiddle -- Paul McNevin Field Guide to the Irish Music Session -- Barry Foy Violin Dreams -- Arnold Steinhardt For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 27 Apr 2021 | Making time for violin practice as a busy person || Student stories: Olivia | 00:36:24 | |
In this episode, my private student Olivia shares her story of how she went from being a total beginner to starting a Vivaldi concerto in just 2 years, all while being a working full-time university student. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 25 May 2021 | The science of violin repairs, feat. luthier Ian Christian | 00:46:11 | |
Today we're discussing important things that you probably haven't thought to wonder about-- like how humidity and your climate affects your instrument, what you should be communicating to your luthier when getting repairs. Luthiers know way more about violins than violinists do, so you will definitely learn a lot of new things in this episode! Instagram: iclutherie
Acurite humidistat : https://www.acurite.com/shop-all/weather-instruments/thermometers-and-hygrometers/humidity-temperature-monitor-00613.html For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||
| 08 Oct 2021 | 5 mistakes you're making in your violin practice | 00:19:37 | |
These are the top 5 mistakes that we all make when practicing violin, and some tips to correct them. | |||
| 03 Nov 2021 | Why classical violinists don't improvise: A history | 00:18:28 | |
Classical violinists are expected to have the skills to play virtuosic repertoire, beautiful melodies, and sight read almost perfectly...so why can't most improvise over simple chord changes? The history is pretty fascinating! The Decline of Improvisation in Western Art Music: An Interpretation of Change -Robin Moore Ferand, Ernst T. “Improvisation in Music History and Education.” Papers of the American Musicological Society, 1940, pp. 115–125. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/43873094. Accessed 4 Dec. 2020. Ivor Keys - Mozart, His Music in His Life -------------------- Stephanie Grapelli & Django Reinhardt - Minor Swing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CDoJFmdFgA | |||
| 22 Dec 2021 | What learning the violin as an adult is REALLY like || Student stories: Andres | 00:42:52 | |
In this episode, my private student Andres shares his story of how he came into the violin 5 years ago without any previous musical experience, and how he's been able to establish a consistent practice over the years while balancing with a demanding career. For lesson inquiries, contact me at violinclass.co/contact or violinclasspod@gmail.com. | |||