Episode 81: Yes You Can! How to Easily Make Your Own Arrangement of a Rock or Pop Song for String Ensemble   Upcoming Events: August 13 – master class for the Sphinx Performance Academy at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, August 17 and 18 – Paganini 24 Caprices at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, IL, August 26 – chamber music by Chinese composers at Millennium Park in Chicago   Inquiries from my Inbox: David asks: “What is the best thing about performing unaccompanied violin music? What are three of your favorite moments in the violin literature?   Random Musical Thought: A modern violin in a historically-flavored work of art is as out of place as if someone were wearing blue jeans.   Main Topic: Rachel explains how to make your own arrangement of a rock or pop song for string ensemble. Includes tips on how to get the tab as a reference, choose your aesthetic, figure out the structure, decide who plays which part, pick a key, experiment with orchestration, add in the “drums,” figure out the bowings, pick a tempo (or tempos), add some dynamics, work on the guitar solos, and get performance-ready. Adapted from her class at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp – for more information, please visit www.mwroc.com.   Total playing time: 00:55:38   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine   Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 81: Yes You Can! How to Easily Make Your Own Arrangement of a Rock or Pop Song for String Ensemble Upcoming Events: August 13 – master class for the Sphinx Performance Academy at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, August 17 and 18 – Paganini 24 Caprices at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, IL, August 26 – chamber music by Chinese composers at Millennium Park in Chicago Inquiries from my Inbox: David asks: “What is the best thing about performing unaccompanied violin music? What are three of your favorite moments in the violin literature? Random Musical Thought: A modern violin in a historically-flavored work of art is as out of place as if someone were wearing blue jeans. Main Topic: Rachel explains how to make your own arrangement of a rock or pop song for string ensemble. Includes tips on how to get the tab as a reference, choose your aesthetic, figure out the structure, decide who plays which part, pick a key, experiment with orchestration, add in the “drums,” figure out the bowings, pick a tempo (or tempos), add some dynamics, work on the guitar solos, and get performance-ready. Adapted from her class at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp – for more information, please visit <a href="http://www.mwroc.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mwroc.com</a>. <a></a> Total playing time: 00:55:38 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 81: Yes You Can! How to Easily Make Your Own Arrangement of a Rock or Pop Song for String Ensemble

Episode 80: Hale be Your Heart! Hale Be Your Fiddle!   Upcoming Events: July 30-August 4 – guest teacher at the Jink and Diddle School of Scottish Fiddling in Banner Elk, NC, August 10 – memorial tribute concert for luthier Carl Becker in Chicago, August 17 and 18 – Paganini 24 Caprices at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, IL   Inquiries from my Inbox:  Catherine from Australia writes: “Could you do a podcast on the features that Paganini brought to the world of violin playing? What is it that he did differently that challenged the status quo?” Emily asks: “Have you ever played the Conus violin concerto? I never heard of it until my teacher suggested it for me to play, I instantly fell in love with it and am really enjoying practicing it! I wanted to know why not as many violinists play this concerto anymore.”   Random Musical Thought: Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could magically hear some of the great repertoire again for the very first time?   Main Topic: A conversation with master Scottish fiddler Dr. John Turner. Includes recordings of “Panmure House / Timour the Tartar” from “Favourite Scotch Measures” and “Lament for the Death of King George V” from “The Wanderer’s Lament: Fiddle Music of Scotland.” For more information about the Jink and Diddle School of Scottish Fiddling, please visit www.jinkdiddle.com.   Total playing time: 00:41:00   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine   Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 80: Hale be Your Heart! Hale Be Your Fiddle!<a></a> Upcoming Events: July 30-August 4 – guest teacher at the Jink and Diddle School of Scottish Fiddling in Banner Elk, NC, August 10 – memorial tribute concert for luthier Carl Becker in Chicago, August 17 and 18 – Paganini 24 Caprices at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, IL Inquiries from my Inbox:  Catherine from Australia writes: “Could you do a podcast on the features that Paganini brought to the world of violin playing? What is it that he did differently that challenged the status quo?” Emily asks: “Have you ever played the Conus violin concerto? I never heard of it until my teacher suggested it for me to play, I instantly fell in love with it and am really enjoying practicing it! I wanted to know why not as many violinists play this concerto anymore.” Random Musical Thought: Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could magically hear some of the great repertoire again for the very first time? Main Topic: A conversation with master Scottish fiddler Dr. John Turner. Includes recordings of “Panmure House / Timour the Tartar” from “Favourite Scotch Measures” and “Lament for the Death of King George V” from “The Wanderer’s Lament: Fiddle Music of Scotland.” For more information about the Jink and Diddle School of Scottish Fiddling, please visit <a href="http://www.jinkdiddle.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.jinkdiddle.com</a>. Total playing time: 00:41:00 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 80: Hale be Your Heart! Hale Be Your Fiddle!

Aleksey Igudesman

Episode 79: Making Fun WITH the Music: Aleksey Igudesman   Upcoming Events: July 16 – faculty performance at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp in Olathe, KS, July 20 – Earthen Grave at the Metroplex Heavy Fest in Dallas, July 21-24 teaching at Le Domaine Forget in Quebec, July 28 – Vieuxtemps 5 for Music in the Mountains in Durango, CO, July 29-August 4 – teaching at the Jink and Diddle School of Scottish Fiddling   Inquiries from my Inbox:  David from Nebraska writes: “I wonder what suggestions you have for developing skill with harmonics.” Delaney asks: “When you're performing, what kinds of things do you focus on or think about while you're playing? Do you ever find your mind drifting to random thoughts?”   Random Musical Thought: Is Bach the only great composer whose music is still satisfying to hear even if done metronomically and without expression?   Main Topic: A conversation with violinist/composer/comedian Aleksey Igudesman. For more information about his many projects, please visit www.alekseyigudesman.com   Total playing time: 00:58:12   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine   Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 79: Making Fun WITH the Music: Aleksey Igudesman Upcoming Events: July 16 – faculty performance at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp in Olathe, KS, July 20 – Earthen Grave at the Metroplex Heavy Fest in Dallas, July 21-24 teaching at Le Domaine Forget in Quebec, July 28 – Vieuxtemps 5 for Music in the Mountains in Durango, CO, July 29-August 4 – teaching at the Jink and Diddle School of Scottish Fiddling Inquiries from my Inbox:  David from Nebraska writes: “I wonder what suggestions you have for developing skill with harmonics.” Delaney asks: “When you're performing, what kinds of things do you focus on or think about while you're playing? Do you ever find your mind drifting to random thoughts?”<a></a> Random Musical Thought: Is Bach the only great composer whose music is still satisfying to hear even if done metronomically and without expression? Main Topic: A conversation with violinist/composer/comedian Aleksey Igudesman. For more information about his many projects, please visit <a href="http://www.alekseyigudesman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.alekseyigudesman.com</a> Total playing time: 00:58:12 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 79: Making Fun WITH the Music: Aleksey Igudesman

Episode 78: Impromptu – Lullabies and More   Upcoming Events: July 5 and 6 – recitals with pianist Arnon Erez in Israel (Bach, Achron, Bloch, Franck), July 10 and 11 – Vieuxtemps Concerto No. 5 and Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending with the Israel Chamber Orchestra in Tel Aviv, July 13 – Vieuxtemps Concerto No. 5 at the Masterworks Festival in Winona Lake, IN, July 14-20 – teaching at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp near Kansas City   Inquiries from my Inbox:  N-O asks: “Where does your inspiration come from? What sets you apart from other artists? What can people expect to hear or see from you this year?”   Random Musical Thought: Sir Edward Elgar said, “My idea is that there is music in the air, music all around us; the world is full of it, and you simply take as much as you require.”   Main Topic: Rachel Barton Pine and Matthew Hagle perform live on WFMT on June 20, 2013. Repertoire includes Brahms Wiegenlied, Ysaye Reve d’Enfant, Rebecca Clarke Lullaby, Faure Berceuse, Rebikov Berceuse, Gershwin Summertime, Schwab Berceuse Ecossaise, Betty Jackson King Lullaby, William Grant Still Suite (African Dancer, Mother and Child, Gamin).   Total playing time: 01:07:13   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine   Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 78: Impromptu – Lullabies and More Upcoming Events: July 5 and 6 – recitals with pianist Arnon Erez in Israel (Bach, Achron, Bloch, Franck), July 10 and 11 – Vieuxtemps Concerto No. 5 and Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending with the Israel Chamber Orchestra in Tel Aviv, July 13 – Vieuxtemps Concerto No. 5 at the Masterworks Festival in Winona Lake, IN, July 14-20 – teaching at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp near Kansas City Inquiries from my Inbox:  N-O asks: “Where does your inspiration come from? What sets you apart from other artists? What can people expect to hear or see from you this year?” Random Musical Thought: Sir Edward Elgar said, “My idea is that there is music in the air, music all around us; the world is full of it, and you simply take as much as you require.” Main Topic: Rachel Barton Pine and Matthew Hagle perform live on WFMT on June 20, 2013. Repertoire includes Brahms Wiegenlied, Ysaye Reve d’Enfant, Rebecca Clarke Lullaby, Faure Berceuse, Rebikov Berceuse, Gershwin Summertime, Schwab Berceuse Ecossaise, Betty Jackson King Lullaby, William Grant Still Suite (African Dancer, Mother and Child, Gamin).<a></a> Total playing time: 01:07:13 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 78: Impromptu – Lullabies and More

Episode 77: Writing Women Back Into Music History!   Upcoming Events: June 20 – performance with pianist Matthew Hagle for WFMT’s Impromptu; June 22 – with Earthen Grave for Days of the Doomed near Milwaukee, Wisconsin; June 28 – master class for the Birch Creek Music Performance Center in Door County, Wisconsin; June 30 – free children’s program at the Swedish American Museum in Chicago   Inquiries from my Inbox:  Vanlal asks: “How do you play period works a half step low?” Brian asks: “Have you ever played ‘Ashoken Farewell?’”   Random Musical Thought: Are your instruments your friends, your family, your harem, your menagerie, or what?   Main Topic: A conversation with Karen Shaffer, author of “Maud Powell: Pioneer American Violinist” and Pamela Blevins, author of “Ivor Gurney and Marion Scott: Song of Pain and Beauty.” For more information about the Maud Powell Society for Music and Education and the magazine “Signature, Women in Music,” please visit www.maudpowell.org.   Total playing time: 00:45:28   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine   Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 77: Writing Women Back Into Music History! Upcoming Events: June 20 – performance with pianist Matthew Hagle for WFMT’s Impromptu; June 22 – with Earthen Grave for Days of the Doomed near Milwaukee, Wisconsin; June 28 – master class for the Birch Creek Music Performance Center in Door County, Wisconsin; June 30 – free children’s program at the Swedish American Museum in Chicago Inquiries from my Inbox:  Vanlal asks: “How do you play period works a half step low?” Brian asks: “Have you ever played ‘Ashoken Farewell?’” Random Musical Thought: Are your instruments your friends, your family, your harem, your menagerie, or what? Main Topic: A conversation with Karen Shaffer, author of “Maud Powell: Pioneer American Violinist” and Pamela Blevins, author of “Ivor Gurney and Marion Scott: Song of Pain and Beauty.” For more information about the Maud Powell Society for Music and Education and the magazine “Signature, Women in Music,” please visit <a href="http://www.maudpowell.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.maudpowell.org</a>.<a></a> Total playing time: 00:45:28 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 77: Writing Women Back Into Music History!

Episode 76: Yes, It Really Existed! Meet the Shoulder Cello   Upcoming Events: June 14 – Bach Six Sonatas for Violin and Keyboard with harpsichordist Paul Cienniwa at the Boston Early Music Festival   Inquiries from my Inbox:  Robert asks: “Is the page turner the only ‘on stage’ position in the music industry that it is proper to totally ignore?”   Random Musical Thought: Can one claim to have truly heard a piece of music if they’ve never experienced it performed live?   Main Topic: A conversation about the violoncello da spalla with luthier and violinist Dmitry Badiarov, including recordings of the instrument played by Badiarov, Sigiswald Kujiken, and the Bach Collegium Japan. For more information about Dmitry Badiarov and his instruments, please visit http://badiarovviolins.com/. To read an interesting article about the violoncello da spalla, please visit http://sscm-jscm.press.illinois.edu/v12/no1/wissick.html.   Total playing time: 00:53:54   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine   Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 76: Yes, It Really Existed! Meet the Shoulder Cello Upcoming Events: June 14 – Bach Six Sonatas for Violin and Keyboard with harpsichordist Paul Cienniwa at the Boston Early Music Festival Inquiries from my Inbox:  Robert asks: “Is the page turner the only ‘on stage’ position in the music industry that it is proper to totally ignore?” Random Musical Thought: Can one claim to have truly heard a piece of music if they’ve never experienced it performed live? Main Topic: A conversation about the violoncello da spalla with luthier and violinist Dmitry Badiarov, including recordings of the instrument played by Badiarov, Sigiswald Kujiken, and the Bach Collegium Japan<a></a>. For more information about Dmitry Badiarov and his instruments, please visit <a href="http://badiarovviolins.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://badiarovviolins.com/</a>. To read an interesting article about the violoncello da spalla, please visit <a href="http://sscm-jscm.press.illinois.edu/v12/no1/wissick.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://sscm-jscm.press.illinois.edu/v12/no1/wissick.html</a>. Total playing time: 00:53:54 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 76: Yes, It Really Existed! Meet the Shoulder Cello

Episode 75: To Memorize or Not To Memorize, That is the Question   Upcoming Events: May 25 – Six Bach Violin Concertos for the Montreal Chamber Music Festival, May 30 – Bartok Concerto No. 2 with the Gottingen Symphony in Germany, June 1 – recital with pianist Matthew Hagle in Montpelier, Vermont (sonatas by Beethoven, Mohammed Fairouz, and Strauss, and lullabies by Brahms, Ysaye, Rebecca Clarke and William Grant Still)   Inquiries from my Inbox:  A student at a master class asked, “What is your favorite time of day to practice?”   Random Musical Thought: If children dress as ballerinas to attend the ballet, why don’t they dress as concert violinists to attend the symphony?   Main Topic: A conversation with harpsichordist Paul Cienniwa about the pros and cons of performing with and without sheet music. To learn more about Paul, please visit www.paulcienniwa.com   Total playing time: 00:51:59   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine  Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 75: To Memorize or Not To Memorize, That is the Question Upcoming Events: May 25 – Six Bach Violin Concertos for the Montreal Chamber Music Festival, May 30 – Bartok Concerto No. 2 with the Gottingen Symphony in Germany, June 1 – recital with pianist Matthew Hagle in Montpelier, Vermont (sonatas by Beethoven, Mohammed Fairouz, and Strauss, and lullabies by Brahms, Ysaye, Rebecca Clarke and William Grant Still) Inquiries from my Inbox:  A student at a master class asked, “What is your favorite time of day to practice?” Random Musical Thought: If children dress as ballerinas to attend the ballet, why don’t they dress as concert violinists to attend the symphony? Main Topic: A conversation with harpsichordist Paul Cienniwa about the pros and cons of performing with and without sheet music. To learn more about Paul, please visit <a href="http://www.paulcienniwa.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.paulcienniwa.com</a> <a></a> Total playing time: 00:51:59 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 75: To Memorize or Not To Memorize, That is the Question

Episode 74: Violin Lullabies, part 2   Upcoming Events: May 9 – performance on WGN’s Noon News, May 11 – Vieuxtemps Concerto No. 5 and Saint-Saens Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso with the Illinois Valley Symphony, May 17 – Trio Settecento in Ames, Iowa (works by Stradella, Marini, Legrenzi, Corelli, Geminiani, Locatelli, and Veracini), May 18 – recital at the Music Institute of Chicago in Evanston, IL (Beethoven Sonata No. 3, Liszt Grand Duo Concertante, Strauss Sonata, lullabies by Brahms, Ysaye, Clarke, Still, Rebikov, Gershwin, and Strauss), May 19 – children’s concert at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago   Inquiries from my Inbox:  Bob asks, “Would it peeve you if, at a classical concert, during a pause, someone shouted out, "Play "Devil Went Down to Georgia!"”   Random Musical Thought: Could we have a photos section (silent and flash-free) at classical concerts?   Main Topic: Part two of a tour of Rachel Barton Pine’s new album, Violin Lullabies. Includes excerpts of cradle songs by Ysaye, Still, Schwab, Rebikov, Sibelius, Clarke, Beraud, Stravinsky, Montsalvatge, King, Schumann, Grieg, Strauss, Brahms, and Gershwin   Total playing time: 00:34:32   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine  Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 74: Violin Lullabies, part 2 Upcoming Events: May 9 – performance on WGN’s Noon News, May 11 – Vieuxtemps Concerto No. 5 and Saint-Saens Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso with the Illinois Valley Symphony, May 17 – Trio Settecento in Ames, Iowa (works by Stradella, Marini, Legrenzi, Corelli, Geminiani, Locatelli, and Veracini), May 18 – recital at the Music Institute of Chicago in Evanston, IL (Beethoven Sonata No. 3, Liszt Grand Duo Concertante, Strauss Sonata, lullabies by Brahms, Ysaye, Clarke, Still, Rebikov, Gershwin, and Strauss), May 19 – children’s concert at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago Inquiries from my Inbox:  Bob asks, “Would it peeve you if, at a classical concert, during a pause, someone shouted out, "Play "Devil Went Down to Georgia!"” Random Musical Thought: Could we have a photos section (silent and flash-free) at classical concerts? Main Topic: Part two of a tour of Rachel Barton Pine’s new album, Violin Lullabies. Includes excerpts of cradle songs by Ysaye, Still, Schwab, Rebikov, Sibelius, Clarke, Beraud, Stravinsky, Montsalvatge, King, Schumann, Grieg, Strauss, Brahms, and Gershwin <a></a> Total playing time: 00:34:32 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 74: Violin Lullabies, part 2

Episode 73: Violin Lullabies, part 1   Upcoming Events: April 27 – Mendelssohn Concerto with the Lafayette Symphony in Indiana, April 28 – Biber Mystery Sonatas No. 5 and 10 for the Bloomington Early Music Festival in Indiana, May 2 – recital for the San Diego State University’s Jewish Studies Program in California (works by Bloch, Achron, Yale Strom and more), May 5 – violin/cello duo recital with Mike Block in LaGrange, IL    Inquiries from my Inbox:  Janis writes, “For an easy-to-use, much safer heavy hotel mute, get a couple earth magnets and clap them together around the bridge near the center, over the heart cutout.”   Random Musical Thought: Wouldn’t it be interesting if the audience didn’t know the “set list” for a recital until they were actually at the concert?   Main Topic: Part one of a tour of Rachel Barton Pine’s new album, Violin Lullabies. Includes excerpts of cradle songs by Beach, Durosoir, Faure, Respighi, Schubert, Iljinsky, Ravel, Reger, Sivori, Viardot, Antsev, Falla, and Hovhaness.   Total playing time: 00:37:05   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine  Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 73: Violin Lullabies, part 1 Upcoming Events: <a></a>April 27 – Mendelssohn Concerto with the Lafayette Symphony in Indiana, April 28 – Biber Mystery Sonatas No. 5 and 10 for the Bloomington Early Music Festival in Indiana, May 2 – recital for the San Diego State University’s Jewish Studies Program in California (works by Bloch, Achron, Yale Strom and more), May 5 – violin/cello duo recital with Mike Block in LaGrange, IL Inquiries from my Inbox:  Janis writes, “For an easy-to-use, much safer heavy hotel mute, get a couple earth magnets and clap them together around the bridge near the center, over the heart cutout.” Random Musical Thought: Wouldn’t it be interesting if the audience didn’t know the “set list” for a recital until they were actually at the concert? Main Topic: Part one of a tour of Rachel Barton Pine’s new album, Violin Lullabies. Includes excerpts of cradle songs by Beach, Durosoir, Faure, Respighi, Schubert, Iljinsky, Ravel, Reger, Sivori, Viardot, Antsev, Falla, and Hovhaness. Total playing time: 00:37:05 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 73: Violin Lullabies, part 1

Dan Larsen

Episode 72: No Guts, No Glory: Master Stringmaker Dan Larsen   Upcoming Events: April 12 and 14 – Vivaldi Four Seasons and Vivaldi Concerto in D Major for Viola d’Amore with Boise Baroque in Idaho, April 13 – lecture on the history of the violin at Boise State University, April 16 – master class at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, April 20 – master class for Sigma Alpha Iota at the Oak Park Public Library in Illinois, April 22 – adjudicating the finals of Northwestern University’s concerto competition   Inquiries from my Inbox:  Anmajumdar asks, “Do you use first knuckle and wrist for your vibrato?” Peter writes, “I have a full-blown arm vibrato, which only makes me clamp down on the violin with my neck... do you have any tips to help me learn a 'wrist' vibrato?”   Random Musical Thought: Why do so many people fail to realize that my Birthday Variations are supposed to be a parody?   Main Topic: A conversation about the art of making early music strings out of gut with luthier and stringmaker Dan Larsen. For more information, please visit http://gamutmusic.squarespace.com/   Total playing time: 01:07:39   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!   Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!   Thanks for listening!   www.rachelbartonpine.com   www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine  Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 72: No Guts, No Glory: Master Stringmaker Dan Larsen Upcoming Events: April 12 and 14 – Vivaldi Four Seasons and Vivaldi Concerto in D Major for Viola d’Amore with Boise Baroque in Idaho, April 13 – lecture on the history of the violin at Boise State University, April 16 – master class at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, April 20 – master class for Sigma Alpha Iota at the Oak Park Public Library in Illinois, April 22 – adjudicating the finals of Northwestern University’s concerto competition Inquiries from my Inbox:  Anmajumdar asks, “Do you use first knuckle and wrist for your vibrato?” Peter writes, “I have a full-blown arm vibrato, which only makes me clamp down on the violin with my neck... do you have any tips to help me learn a 'wrist' vibrato?” Random Musical Thought: Why do so many people fail to realize that my Birthday Variations are supposed to be a parody? <a></a> Main Topic: A conversation about the art of making early music strings out of gut with luthier and stringmaker Dan Larsen. For more information, please visit <a href="http://gamutmusic.squarespace.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://gamutmusic.squarespace.com/</a> Total playing time: 01:07:39 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 72: No Guts, No Glory: Master Stringmaker Dan Larsen

Violinist Rachel Barton Pine talks about music and shares some of her performances

I love Rachel I had fallen in love with her whilst researching live performances of Bach on YouTube. Not long after that, she released her Testament recording. I received a book of her arrangements and cadenzas as a Christmas gift. She has guided me in my own musicological research and historically informed practice. I purchased a baroque bow, the one that she had apparently collaborated with Shar music. I am learning the 5th Mozart concerto and intend on using her cadenzas in my eventual performance.

Where had this been all my life?

Her playing is so beautiful and so are the actions she has taken to bring music to where it can heal and delight. This is a great podcast for music-lovers of all ages.

Great show from an amazing performer

Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine

Episode 64: Gorgeous Melodies in a Strange Structure – The Glazunov Violin Concerto Upcoming Events: July 12 – with the New York Chamber Soloists in Stowe, VT (Bach, Paganini, Mozart, Albeniz, Piazzola), July 15 – “Classical Heavy Metal” late night chamber music in Ottawa, Ontario, July 16 – recital with Menahem Pressler in Ottawa, Ontario (Mozart, Schubert, Franck), July 17 – Brahms Piano Quintet with Menahem Pressler in Ottawa, Ontario, July 18-23 – teaching at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp including a July 20 performance, July 24 – master class for the Sphinx Performance Academy in Chicago, IL, July 25 – 17th Century English music with Trio Settecento for the Viola da Gamba Society of America Conclave Inquiries from my Inbox: Jaden asks, “Can you make a video of you playing the Czardas and Massenet? Can you wear your golden watch on the right hand side?” Random Musical Thought: As classical music has changed and evolved over the centuries, should we consider this to be “progress?” A conversation with Maestro José Serebrier about the new Warner Classics album, Glazunov Complete Concertos, featuring soloists including Rachel Barton Pine. Includes sound clips from the CD. Total playing time: 00:37:56 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.com www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 64: Gorgeous Melodies in a Strange Structure – The Glazunov Violin Concerto Upcoming Events: July 12 – with the New York Chamber Soloists in Stowe, VT (Bach, Paganini, Mozart, Albeniz, Piazzola), July 15 – “Classical Heavy Metal” late night chamber music in Ottawa, Ontario, July 16 – recital with Menahem Pressler in Ottawa, Ontario (Mozart, Schubert, Franck), July 17 – Brahms Piano Quintet with Menahem Pressler in Ottawa, Ontario, July 18-23 – teaching at the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp including a July 20 performance, July 24 – master class for the Sphinx Performance Academy in Chicago, IL, July 25 – 17th Century English music with Trio Settecento for the Viola da Gamba Society of America Conclave Inquiries from my Inbox: Jaden asks, “Can you make a video of you playing the Czardas and Massenet? Can you wear your golden watch on the right hand side?” Random Musical Thought: As classical music has changed and evolved over the centuries, should we consider this to be “progress?” A conversation with Maestro José Serebrier about the new Warner Classics album, Glazunov Complete Concertos, featuring soloists including Rachel Barton Pine. Includes sound clips from the CD. Total playing time: 00:37:56 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 64: Gorgeous Melodies in a Strange Structure – The Glazunov Violin Concerto

Episode 30: Teaching yourself to become a great improvisor! - Upcoming Events: April 14 - chamber music by Poulenc, Villa-Lobos, Hahn, Turina, and Francaix with the Jupiter Chamber Players in New York City - Random Musical Thought: Cellist Zuill Bailey says: "I find a majority of concerts in classical music similar to going to an aquarium…" - A conversation with Philip Pan, concertmaster of the Jacksonville Symphony.  Philip discusses how he went from being a strictly classical musician to becoming a great improviser in styles including rock and metal.  Includes lots of good step-by-step advice about how to get started playing rock violin.  total playing time: 27:26SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!Thanks for listening!  www.rachelbartonpine.com www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine  Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 30: Teaching yourself to become a great improvisor! - Upcoming Events: April 14 - chamber music by Poulenc, Villa-Lobos, Hahn, Turina, and Francaix with the Jupiter Chamber Players in New York City - Random Musical Thought: Cellist Zuill Bailey says: "I find a majority of concerts in classical music similar to going to an aquarium…" - A conversation with Philip Pan, concertmaster of the Jacksonville Symphony.  Philip discusses how he went from being a strictly classical musician to becoming a great improviser in styles including rock and metal.  Includes lots of good step-by-step advice about how to get started playing rock violin. total playing time: 27:26SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 30: Teaching yourself to become a great improvisor!

Episode 32: Tips for preparing for competitions and auditions - Upcoming events: April 25 and 26 - Beethoven Concerto with the New Philharmonic in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, April 27 - recital with pianist Matthew Hagle in Lake Forest, Illinois (music of Dvorak, Mendelssohn, Brahms, and Ravel)- Inquiries From My Inbox: A violinist from the Columbus (Georgia) Symphony asks, "What's that fuzzy stuff on your chinrest?" - Random Musical Thought: Albert Schweitzer says "There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life; music and cats." - Tips for preparing for competitions and auditions: get your application form in on time, don't hesitate to ask as many questions as you need to, get extra copies of the music and mark measure numbers if required, experiment with different warm-up strategies and orders of repertoire, get used to playing your repertoire in a random order, practice while wearing your complete concert clothes and go through your entire stage routine, practice introducing your repertoire, videotape your practice performances if you can, prepare your entire repertoire even if the audition timeslot is short, decide which piece you want to play first, be sure to practice playing your delicate pieces right after your loud pieces, practice your repertoire at various times of day, be sure to get basic maintenance done on your instrument before the concert, make a list of what you need to bring with you on the big day (snacks, music stand, rosin, shoulder bar, mute, accompaniment part, page turner, books and I-Pod, shoes), get to bed on time the night before and rest and relax even if you can't fall asleep.total playing time: 30:34SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!Thanks for listening!www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.myspace.com/rachelbartonpinewww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPineViolin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 32: Tips for preparing for competitions and auditions - Upcoming events: April 25 and 26 - Beethoven Concerto with the New Philharmonic in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, April 27 - recital with pianist Matthew Hagle in Lake Forest, Illinois (music of Dvorak, Mendelssohn, Brahms, and Ravel)- Inquiries From My Inbox: A violinist from the Columbus (Georgia) Symphony asks, "What's that fuzzy stuff on your chinrest?" - Random Musical Thought: Albert Schweitzer says "There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life; music and cats." - Tips for preparing for competitions and auditions: get your application form in on time, don't hesitate to ask as many questions as you need to, get extra copies of the music and mark measure numbers if required, experiment with different warm-up strategies and orders of repertoire, get used to playing your repertoire in a random order, practice while wearing your complete concert clothes and go through your entire stage routine, practice introducing your repertoire, videotape your practice performances if you can, prepare your entire repertoire even if the audition timeslot is short, decide which piece you want to play first, be sure to practice playing your delicate pieces right after your loud pieces, practice your repertoire at various times of day, be sure to get basic maintenance done on your instrument before the concert, make a list of what you need to bring with you on the big day (snacks, music stand, rosin, shoulder bar, mute, accompaniment part, page turner, books and I-Pod, shoes), get to bed on time the night before and rest and relax even if you can't fall asleep.total playing time: 30:34SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!Thanks for listening!<a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.myspace.com/rachelbartonpinewww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPineViolin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.myspace.com/rachelbartonpinewww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPineViolin</a> Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 32: Tips for preparing for competitions and auditions

Samuel Barber

Episode 55: An American Masterpiece: The Samuel Barber Violin Concerto Inquiries from my Inbox: Michael asks, "Hi Rachel. Random question of the day... What type of violin case do you use?" Random Musical Thought: As you consider your year-end charitable giving, please remember the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation, which is enhancing the lives of so many young musicians. Visit www.rebf.org for more information and to make a tax-deductible, secure online donation. A conversation with renowned violin pedagogues Almita and Roland Vamos about the Samuel Barber Violin Concerto, recorded on January 7, 2009. Includes questions posed by doctoral student Jessica Platt. total playing time: 01:09:13SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 55: An American Masterpiece: The Samuel Barber Violin Concerto Inquiries from my Inbox: Michael asks, "Hi Rachel. Random question of the day... What type of violin case do you use?" Random Musical Thought: As you consider your year-end charitable giving, please remember the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation, which is enhancing the lives of so many young musicians. Visit <a href="http://www.rebf.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rebf.org</a> for more information and to make a tax-deductible, secure online donation. A conversation with renowned violin pedagogues Almita and Roland Vamos about the Samuel Barber Violin Concerto, recorded on January 7, 2009. Includes questions posed by doctoral student Jessica Platt. total playing time: 01:09:13SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 55: An American Masterpiece: The Samuel Barber Violin Concerto

Episode 33: Tips for the day of a competition or an audition   - Upcoming Events: May 10 - performance at benefit gala for Chicago’s Ars Viva Symphony   - Inquiries from my Inbox: Bill asks, “Why did you choose to change the tempo between the AC/DC and your own pieces??   - Random Musical Thought: Why weren’t any classical musicians included in the recent internet gossip story about musicians caught picking their noses?   - Tips for the day of a competition or an audition: concentrate on playing your best rather than worrying about what the judges will think, don’t worry about hearing a competitor who sounds amazing in the warm-up room, be sure to arrive early, bring plenty of healthy snacks, don’t ever leave the building, don’t ever leave any of your stuff unguarded especially your instrument or sheet music, bring a portable listening device and some good books or magazines, don’t feel obligated to chat with others if you’re not feeling sociable, bring along a designated buddy to keep you company, don’t wear yourself out in the warm-up room, play an old favorite piece or listen to loud music on your I-Pod to get in a performing mood, if you’re allowed to find your own warm-up spot a bathroom might be a good option, take time to center yourself rather than rushing to start playing after the judges tell you which piece to play, make sure your piano accompanist is ready to play before you give the cue, don’t be fazed if the judges are writing a lot of comments (they might be writing compliments!), don’t draw any conclusions from the judges’ tone of voice, don’t take it as a bad sign if the judges stop you more quickly than you expect, don’t peek at the judges while you’re playing, thank the judges after you finish if that would be appropriate, ask for feedback if you get a chance, be sure to show your comment sheets to your teacher, don’t compare judges’ numerical scores to each other.   total playing time: 23:14SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!Thanks for listening!www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.myspace.com/rachelbartonpinewww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPineViolin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 33: Tips for the day of a competition or an audition - Upcoming Events: May 10 - performance at benefit gala for Chicago’s Ars Viva Symphony - Inquiries from my Inbox: Bill asks, “Why did you choose to change the tempo between the AC/DC and your own pieces?? - Random Musical Thought: Why weren’t any classical musicians included in the recent internet gossip story about musicians caught picking their noses? - Tips for the day of a competition or an audition: concentrate on playing your best rather than worrying about what the judges will think, don’t worry about hearing a competitor who sounds amazing in the warm-up room, be sure to arrive early, bring plenty of healthy snacks, don’t ever leave the building, don’t ever leave any of your stuff unguarded especially your instrument or sheet music, bring a portable listening device and some good books or magazines, don’t feel obligated to chat with others if you’re not feeling sociable, bring along a designated buddy to keep you company, don’t wear yourself out in the warm-up room, play an old favorite piece or listen to loud music on your I-Pod to get in a performing mood, if you’re allowed to find your own warm-up spot a bathroom might be a good option, take time to center yourself rather than rushing to start playing after the judges tell you which piece to play, make sure your piano accompanist is ready to play before you give the cue, don’t be fazed if the judges are writing a lot of comments (they might be writing compliments!), don’t draw any conclusions from the judges’ tone of voice, don’t take it as a bad sign if the judges stop you more quickly than you expect, don’t peek at the judges while you’re playing, thank the judges after you finish if that would be appropriate, ask for feedback if you get a chance, be sure to show your comment sheets to your teacher, don’t compare judges’ numerical scores to each other. total playing time: 23:14SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox!Thanks for listening!<a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a>Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 33: Tips for the day of a competition or an audition

- Upcoming Events: Feb. 28 panel discussion at the American String Teachers Association convention in Albuquerque; March 3 chamber music performances in New York City (Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Spohr) - Inquires From My Inbox: Fiddlerfrank asks "Will you be recording the Bach 6 Sonatas and Partitas soon?" - Random Musical Thought: Excerpt from violist Richard Young's book "Echoes from Calvary" - Memorization: How to be confident that your piece of music is programmed into in your muscles and reflexes (your subconscious, physical memory) and securely in your brain (your conscious memory). total playing time: 12:38SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures?  Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.myspace.com/rachelbartonpinewww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

- Upcoming Events: Feb. 28 panel discussion at the American String Teachers Association convention in Albuquerque; March 3 chamber music performances in New York City (Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Spohr)   - Inquires From My Inbox: Fiddlerfrank asks "Will you be recording the Bach 6 Sonatas and Partitas soon?"   - Random Musical Thought: Excerpt from violist Richard Young's book "Echoes from Calvary"   - Memorization: How to be confident that your piece of music is programmed into in your muscles and reflexes (your subconscious, physical memory) and securely in your brain (your conscious memory).   total playing time: 12:38 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures?  Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 24: Memorization - The Conscious and the Subconscious Working Together

Episode 31: Some of my favorite books about music and why I love them - Upcoming events: April 17 - Beethoven Concerto with the Northwest Indiana Symphony, April 18 – English Baroque music with the period instrument ensemble Callipygian Players in Chicago, April 19 – Mendelssohn Concerto with the 100th Anniversary Alumni Orchestra at Lane Tech High School in Chicago, April 20 - English Baroque music with the period instrument ensemble Callipygian Players in Skokie, IL - Random Musical Thought: Follow-up on previous comment about musicians’ clothesGroundbreaking books about violin history, repertoire, and performance practice:- The History of Violin Playing from Its Origins to 1761: and Its Relationship to the Violin and Violin Music by David D. Boyden- Violin Technique and Performance Practice in the Late Eighteenth and Early Nineteenth Centuries by Robin Stowell Wonderful books about the history of American music:- The Music of Black Americans: A History by Eileen Southern- Maud Powell: Pioneer American Violinist by Karen A. Shaffer Books about interesting topics written by authors with a great sense of humor (rare in the stuffy world of musicology):- Men, Women and Pianos: A Social History by Arthur Loesser- Music and Society in Lowland Scotland in the Eighteenth Century by David Johnson A brilliant hoax:- An Incomplete History of the Art of the Funerary Violins by Rohan Kriwaczek A novel with great descriptions of voice lessons in 18th Century Italy- Cry to Heaven by Anne Rice  total playing time: 18:38 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening!  www.rachelbartonpine.com www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 31: Some of my favorite books about music and why I love them - Upcoming events: April 17 - Beethoven Concerto with the Northwest Indiana Symphony, April 18 – English Baroque music with the period instrument ensemble Callipygian Players in Chicago, April 19 – Mendelssohn Concerto with the 100th Anniversary Alumni Orchestra at Lane Tech High School in Chicago, April 20 - English Baroque music with the period instrument ensemble Callipygian Players in Skokie, IL - Random Musical Thought: Follow-up on previous comment about musicians’ clothesGroundbreaking books about violin history, repertoire, and performance practice:- The History of Violin Playing from Its Origins to 1761: and Its Relationship to the Violin and Violin Music by David D. Boyden- Violin Technique and Performance Practice in the Late Eighteenth and Early Nineteenth Centuries by Robin Stowell Wonderful books about the history of American music:- The Music of Black Americans: A History by Eileen Southern- Maud Powell: Pioneer American Violinist by Karen A. Shaffer Books about interesting topics written by authors with a great sense of humor (rare in the stuffy world of musicology):- Men, Women and Pianos: A Social History by Arthur Loesser- Music and Society in Lowland Scotland in the Eighteenth Century by David Johnson A brilliant hoax:- An Incomplete History of the Art of the Funerary Violins by Rohan Kriwaczek A novel with great descriptions of voice lessons in 18th Century Italy- Cry to Heaven by Anne Rice total playing time: 18:38 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 31: Some of my favorite books about music and why I love them

Episode 60: Why are you holding the violin like THAT? The surprising true story of early violin playing Upcoming Events: April 19 - Haydn Seven Last Words of Christ in Chicago, April 23 - master class for the Music Institute of Chicago's Academy program, April 29 - master class and heavy metal concert at North Central College in Naperville, IL, April 30 - recital "Liszt and Beyond" at North Central College in Naperville, IL Inquiries from my Inbox: Jean-Jacques asks, “Sounds fun to be on the road, but does it ever get to you?  I have lived a lot of places like Chicago, Milwaukee, Boston, Houston, L.A. and Philly.  Do you have a favorite other than Chicago?” Random Musical Thoughts: "I would vote for Bach, all of Bach, streamed out into space, over and over again. We would be bragging, of course, but it is surely excusable to put the best possible face on at the beginning of such an acquaintance." (Lewis Thomas) "Mozart tells us what it's like to be human, Beethoven tells us what it's like to be Beethoven, and Bach tells us what it's like to be the universe." (Douglas Adams)A conversation with multi-instrumentalist and early music specialist David Douglass about his groundbreaking research and performances on the early arm-held violin. Includes "Prelude" by David Mell and "Variations on La Folia" by Michael Farinell from David Douglass's album "Apollo's Banquet," and the King's Noyse performance of "Half Hanniken" from "Royal Delight."total playing time: 1:06:06 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 60: Why are you holding the violin like THAT? The surprising true story of early violin playing Upcoming Events: April 19 - Haydn Seven Last Words of Christ in Chicago, April 23 - master class for the Music Institute of Chicago's Academy program, April 29 - master class and heavy metal concert at North Central College in Naperville, IL, April 30 - recital "Liszt and Beyond" at North Central College in Naperville, IL Inquiries from my Inbox: Jean-Jacques asks, “Sounds fun to be on the road, but does it ever get to you?  I have lived a lot of places like Chicago, Milwaukee, Boston, Houston, L.A. and Philly.  Do you have a favorite other than Chicago?” Random Musical Thoughts: "I would vote for Bach, all of Bach, streamed out into space, over and over again. We would be bragging, of course, but it is surely excusable to put the best possible face on at the beginning of such an acquaintance." (Lewis Thomas) "Mozart tells us what it's like to be human, Beethoven tells us what it's like to be Beethoven, and Bach tells us what it's like to be the universe." (Douglas Adams)A conversation with multi-instrumentalist and early music specialist David Douglass about his groundbreaking research and performances on the early arm-held violin. Includes "Prelude" by David Mell and "Variations on La Folia" by Michael Farinell from David Douglass's album "Apollo's Banquet," and the King's Noyse performance of "Half Hanniken" from "Royal Delight."total playing time: 1:06:06 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 60: Why are you holding the violin like THAT? The surprising true story of early violin playing

Episode 61: String Instrument Care 101 Upcoming Events: May 7 – Brahms Concerto with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, May 14 – Brahms Concerto with the Shreveport Symphony in Louisiana, May 15 – chamber music for the Norton Building Concert Series in Lockport, IL, May 19 – Brahms Concerto with the Monterrey Symphony in Mexico, May 22 – recital in Wayne, IL featuring music by Mozart, Strauss, Janacek, Beach and Ravel Inquiries from my Inbox: BBC Music Magazine asks: “If you were stranded on a desert island, what luxury item, what book, and what recording would you want to have with you?” Random Musical Thought: Steve Hashimoto writes: “If you watch almost any horror or science-fiction movie, you’ll hear some sort of atonal  music on the soundtrack; you probably won’t hear anything like that in your typical Reese Witherspoon or Jennifer Aniston flick. It made me think that perhaps there’s your demographic for a concert of works by Webern and Berg and Stockhausen: dudes who dress in black, listen to Metallica, and rent the Saw series. Worth a shot…” A discussion about Rachel Barton Pine’s document from the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation’s Instrument Loan Program, “Proper Care of String Instruments and Bows.” total playing time: 00:34:12 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 61: String Instrument Care 101 Upcoming Events: May 7 – Brahms Concerto with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, May 14 – Brahms Concerto with the Shreveport Symphony in Louisiana, May 15 – chamber music for the Norton Building Concert Series in Lockport, IL, May 19 – Brahms Concerto with the Monterrey Symphony in Mexico, May 22 – recital in Wayne, IL featuring music by Mozart, Strauss, Janacek, Beach and Ravel Inquiries from my Inbox: BBC Music Magazine asks: “If you were stranded on a desert island, what luxury item, what book, and what recording would you want to have with you?” Random Musical Thought: Steve Hashimoto writes: “If you watch almost any horror or science-fiction movie, you’ll hear some sort of atonal  music on the soundtrack; you probably won’t hear anything like that in your typical Reese Witherspoon or Jennifer Aniston flick. It made me think that perhaps there’s your demographic for a concert of works by Webern and Berg and Stockhausen: dudes who dress in black, listen to Metallica, and rent the Saw series. Worth a shot…” A discussion about Rachel Barton Pine’s document from the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation’s Instrument Loan Program, “Proper Care of String Instruments and Bows.” total playing time: 00:34:12 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 61: String Instrument Care 101

Episode 26: Preparing for chamber music rehearsals - how to expedite the process   - Upcoming Events: March 18 Haydn Seven Last Words of Christ at the University of Chicago’s Rockefeller Chapel with homilies by eight different faith leaders and speakers (with violinist Mathias Tacke and violist Richard Young from the Vermeer Quartet and cellist Wendy Warner)   - Inquires From My Inbox: Fastopen asks "Who is your violin luthier?"   - Random Musical Thought: I believe that musicians who are full of great joy can create music that is just as profound as that of musicians who are full of angst.   - Learning chamber music in a hurry, a step-by-step process: Using highlighters, studying the score, marking things into your part, listening to recordings, and more.total playing time: 24:27 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures?  Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.myspace.com/rachelbartonpinewww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPineViolin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 26: Preparing for chamber music rehearsals - how to expedite the process - Upcoming Events: March 18 Haydn Seven Last Words of Christ at the University of Chicago’s Rockefeller Chapel with homilies by eight different faith leaders and speakers (with violinist Mathias Tacke and violist Richard Young from the Vermeer Quartet and cellist Wendy Warner) - Inquires From My Inbox: Fastopen asks "Who is your violin luthier?" - Random Musical Thought: I believe that musicians who are full of great joy can create music that is just as profound as that of musicians who are full of angst. - Learning chamber music in a hurry, a step-by-step process: Using highlighters, studying the score, marking things into your part, listening to recordings, and more.total playing time: 24:27 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures?  Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for you answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a>Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 26: Preparing for chamber music rehearsals - how to expedite the process

Elizabeth Barton

Episode 56: When hard work and talent aren't enough - the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation is here to help! Upcoming Events: January 15 and 16 - Beethoven Concerto with the Illinois Philharmonic, January 16 - appearance at the Chicago Music Awards. Please visit http://martinsinterculture.com/cma-nominees.html by December 31 and vote for me in Category 7 "Best Classical Entertainer" and vote for my band, Earthen Grave, in Category 3 "Best New Entertainer." Thanks! Inquiries from my Inbox: ViolaNerd6 asks, "Are you planning on arranging your Happy Birthday Variations for viola any time soon?" Random Musical Thought: As you consider your year-end charitable giving, please remember the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation, which is enhancing the lives of so many young musicians. Visit www.rebf.org for more information and to make a tax-deductible, secure online donation, or to print out our donation form. An episode of WFMT radio's "Introductions" which aired in 2009, featuring Rachel Barton Pine talking about the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation and playing duets with REB Foundation recipients, 12-year-old violinist Ade Williams (Bartok), 12-year-old violinist Gallia Kastner (Wieniawski), and 17-year-old violist Matthew Lipman (Mozart and Handel-Halvorsen). total playing time: 01:07:39SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 56: When hard work and talent aren't enough - the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation is here to help! Upcoming Events: January 15 and 16 - Beethoven Concerto with the Illinois Philharmonic, January 16 - appearance at the Chicago Music Awards. Please visit <a href="http://martinsinterculture.com/cma-nominees.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://martinsinterculture.com/cma-nominees.html</a> by December 31 and vote for me in Category 7 "Best Classical Entertainer" and vote for my band, Earthen Grave, in Category 3 "Best New Entertainer." Thanks! Inquiries from my Inbox: ViolaNerd6 asks, "Are you planning on arranging your Happy Birthday Variations for viola any time soon?" Random Musical Thought: As you consider your year-end charitable giving, please remember the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation, which is enhancing the lives of so many young musicians. Visit <a href="http://www.rebf.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rebf.org</a> for more information and to make a tax-deductible, secure online donation, or to print out our donation form. An episode of WFMT radio's "Introductions" which aired in 2009, featuring Rachel Barton Pine talking about the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation and playing duets with REB Foundation recipients, 12-year-old violinist Ade Williams (Bartok), 12-year-old violinist Gallia Kastner (Wieniawski), and 17-year-old violist Matthew Lipman (Mozart and Handel-Halvorsen). total playing time: 01:07:39SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 56: When hard work and talent aren't enough - the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation is here to help!

Episode 54: Seven cool new pieces for unaccompanied violin! Upcoming events: November 27 - Barber Concerto with the Orquestra Sinfonica Brasileira in Rio de Janeiro, November 28 and 29 - Barber Concerto with the Orquestra Sinfonica Brasileira and Maestro Roberto Minczuk in Sao Paolo, December 2 - unaccompanied recital for Bargemusic in Brooklyn, New York: Bach D Minor Partita, Ysaye Sonata No. 4, works dedicated to Ms. Pine by Augusta Read Thomas, Jose Serebrier, Luis Jorge Gonzalez, Fred Onovwerosuoke, Yale Strom, Philip Pan, and Edgar Gabriel, Ballada Espagnola arr. Jesus Florido, Asturias by Albeniz arr. Rachel Barton Pine Inquiries from my Inbox: Penelope asks, "How many concerts  a  year do you play? Just wondering..." Random Musical Thought: Teaching artist Eric Booth writes: "Entertainment happens within what you already know. Underneath its many features that inspire, delight, frighten, sadden us, it confirms our sense of the way the world is. That's the whole point of entertainment- to stimulate and affirm- and it's often done brilliantly. The artistic experience had better not be opposed to this, or we are in big trouble. Art also stimulates and affirms, but it happens outside of what we already know; art enlarges our sense of the works- it expands our sense of the possible." "Live from the Mayne Stage," a concert on WFMT radio from October 3, 2010. Rush by Augusta Read Thomas, Aires de Tango by Jose Serebrier, Epitalamio tanguero by Luis Jorge Gonzalez, Six and a Half Variations by Fred Onovwerosuoke, Vaynshl No. 1 by Yale Strom, Thrash by Philip Pan, Theme and Variations by Edgar Gabriel (world premiere!), Ballada Espagnola arranged by Jesus Florido, Asturias by Isaac Albeniz arranged by Rachel Barton Pine. total playing time: 01:12:16SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Episode 54: Seven cool new pieces for unaccompanied violin! Upcoming events: November 27 - Barber Concerto with the Orquestra Sinfonica Brasileira in Rio de Janeiro, November 28 and 29 - Barber Concerto with the Orquestra Sinfonica Brasileira and Maestro Roberto Minczuk in Sao Paolo, December 2 - unaccompanied recital for Bargemusic in Brooklyn, New York: Bach D Minor Partita, Ysaye Sonata No. 4, works dedicated to Ms. Pine by Augusta Read Thomas, Jose Serebrier, Luis Jorge Gonzalez, Fred Onovwerosuoke, Yale Strom, Philip Pan, and Edgar Gabriel, Ballada Espagnola arr. Jesus Florido, Asturias by Albeniz arr. Rachel Barton Pine Inquiries from my Inbox: Penelope asks, "How many concerts  a  year do you play? Just wondering..." Random Musical Thought: Teaching artist Eric Booth writes: "Entertainment happens within what you already know. Underneath its many features that inspire, delight, frighten, sadden us, it confirms our sense of the way the world is. That's the whole point of entertainment- to stimulate and affirm- and it's often done brilliantly. The artistic experience had better not be opposed to this, or we are in big trouble. Art also stimulates and affirms, but it happens outside of what we already know; art enlarges our sense of the works- it expands our sense of the possible." "Live from the Mayne Stage," a concert on WFMT radio from October 3, 2010. Rush by Augusta Read Thomas, Aires de Tango by Jose Serebrier, Epitalamio tanguero by Luis Jorge Gonzalez, Six and a Half Variations by Fred Onovwerosuoke, Vaynshl No. 1 by Yale Strom, Thrash by Philip Pan, Theme and Variations by Edgar Gabriel (world premiere!), Ballada Espagnola arranged by Jesus Florido, Asturias by Isaac Albeniz arranged by Rachel Barton Pine. total playing time: 01:12:16SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 54: Seven cool new pieces for unaccompanied violin!

Episode 58: Can playing rock music on your string instrument actually be ... gasp ... good for you? Upcoming Events: February 11 - Tchaikovsky Concert with the Bilkent Symphony in Ankara, Turkey, February 13 and 14 - Trio Settecento at Dumbarton Oaks in Washington, DC, February 23 and 24 - Glazunov Concerto with the Bournemouth Symphony, February 27 - recital for the Ladies' Morning Musical Club in Montreal Inquiries from my Inbox: Christopher asks, “My school is holding auditions for its annual Bach festival, and the conductor gave us the entire B Minor Mass to practice. However, practicing the entire thing front to back is incredibly time consuming, and I'm hoping there's a better, more efficient way to get this done.” Heather writes, “I am having my solo debut with orchestra coming up in March and am playing the Mendelssohn. I am a professional player, though not a soloist. How do you handle the endurance that it takes to get through a piece like this? I am exhausted for sure after playing a symphony concert, but playing solo is a whole different thing, which obviously you are well aware. I have been playing it for people to have the experience of playing it as much as possible though I don't have it memorized yet.  My left hand gets so tense and tired and this only occurs when I am playing solo! I am hoping you have some helpful hints or insights. Also, on a fun note, where do you purchase your awesome gowns?” Random Musical Thought: Should each classical concert only have music from a specific sub-genre like rock concerts? A conversation with violinist and educator Bridgid Bibbens about using rock music to inspire string students. Includes information about the Electrify Your Strings program and the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp. total playing time: 51:25 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinistwww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com 

Episode 58: Can playing rock music on your string instrument actually be ... gasp ... good for you? Upcoming Events: February 11 - Tchaikovsky Concert with the Bilkent Symphony in Ankara, Turkey, February 13 and 14 - Trio Settecento at Dumbarton Oaks in Washington, DC, February 23 and 24 - Glazunov Concerto with the Bournemouth Symphony, February 27 - recital for the Ladies' Morning Musical Club in Montreal Inquiries from my Inbox: Christopher asks, “My school is holding auditions for its annual Bach festival, and the conductor gave us the entire B Minor Mass to practice. However, practicing the entire thing front to back is incredibly time consuming, and I'm hoping there's a better, more efficient way to get this done.” Heather writes, “I am having my solo debut with orchestra coming up in March and am playing the Mendelssohn. I am a professional player, though not a soloist. How do you handle the endurance that it takes to get through a piece like this? I am exhausted for sure after playing a symphony concert, but playing solo is a whole different thing, which obviously you are well aware. I have been playing it for people to have the experience of playing it as much as possible though I don't have it memorized yet.  My left hand gets so tense and tired and this only occurs when I am playing solo! I am hoping you have some helpful hints or insights. Also, on a fun note, where do you purchase your awesome gowns?” Random Musical Thought: Should each classical concert only have music from a specific sub-genre like rock concerts? A conversation with violinist and educator Bridgid Bibbens about using rock music to inspire string students. Includes information about the Electrify Your Strings program and the Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp. total playing time: 51:25 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 58: Can playing rock music on your string instrument actually be ... gasp ... good for you?

Maud Powell

Rachel Barton Pine talks about the life and repertoire of violinist Maud Powell (1867-1920), the subject of her 12th CD.  Includes excerpts of Silver Threads Among the Gold by H.P. Danks (arranged by Powell), Romance by Amy Beach (dedicated to Powell), Up the Ocklawaha by Marion Bauer (dedicated to Powell), Deep River by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (arranged by Powell), and Humoresque by Antonin Dvorak (arranged by Powell).   For more information about Maud Powell, please visit www.maudpowell.org.    To purchase Rachel's new CD, please visit www.rachelbartonpine.com/merchandise.htm.  playing time: 13:59 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Do you have a question you'd like Rachel to answer on her podcast?  Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: www.rachelbartonpine.com www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Rachel Barton Pine's podcast is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

Rachel Barton Pine talks about the life and repertoire of violinist Maud Powell (1867-1920), the subject of her 12th CD.  Includes excerpts of Silver Threads Among the Gold by H.P. Danks (arranged by Powell), Romance by Amy Beach (dedicated to Powell), Up the Ocklawaha by Marion Bauer (dedicated to Powell), Deep River by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (arranged by Powell), and Humoresque by Antonin Dvorak (arranged by Powell).  For more information about Maud Powell, please visit <a href="http://www.maudpowell.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.maudpowell.org</a>.  To purchase Rachel's new CD, please visit <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/merchandise.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com/merchandise.htm</a>. playing time: 13:59 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Do you have a question you'd like Rachel to answer on her podcast?  Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="http://" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Rachel Barton Pine's podcast is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 3: Rachel Barton Pine introduces her new album "American Virtuosa: Tribute to Maud Powell" (Part 1)

Ralph Berkowitz

Violinist Rachel Barton Pine talks with legendary pianist Ralph Berkowitz, age 97.  Mr. Berkowitz shares stories about his life in music including his many years as collaborator to cellist Gregor Piatigorsky, directing the Tanglewood Festival, and the private premiere of the Barber Violin Concerto at which he was present.   This conversation was recorded at Mr. Berkowitz's home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on November 18, 2007.playing time: 15:23 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Do you have a question you'd like Rachel to answer on her podcast? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to: rachelbartonpine@aol.com Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: www.rachelbartonpine.comwww.myspace.com/rachelbartonpinewww.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Rachel Barton Pine's podcast is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com 

Violinist Rachel Barton Pine talks with legendary pianist Ralph Berkowitz, age 97.  Mr. Berkowitz shares stories about his life in music including his many years as collaborator to cellist Gregor Piatigorsky, directing the Tanglewood Festival, and the private premiere of the Barber Violin Concerto at which he was present.   This conversation was recorded at Mr. Berkowitz's home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on November 18, 2007.playing time: 15:23 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Do you have a question you'd like Rachel to answer on her podcast? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to: <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> Thanks for listening! visit Rachel online: <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a><a href="http://www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.myspace.com/rachelbartonpine</a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Rachel Barton Pine's podcast is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 22: Rachel Barton Pine talks with Ralph Berkowitz

Episode 65: Musical Passions, part 1 Upcoming Events: January 12 – Sibelius Concerto with the Sacramento Philharmonic, January 13 – guest appearance with the Chamber Music Society of Sacramento (Chausson Concerto for violin, piano and string quartet, and Suk Bagatela “With Nosegay in Hand” for violin, flute and piano) Inquiries from my Inbox: Elizabeth asks: “Does texting a lot hurt your violin hands?” Random Musical Thought: Do babies come in keys? Main Topic: “Musical Passions” with Eric Kisch on WCLV, part 1. Includes an interview with Rachel Barton Pine and tracks from her albums “An English Fancy,” “Xavier Montsalvatge: Canciones and Conciertos” and “Capricho Latino.” Total playing time: 00:55:55 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.com www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com

<a rel="nofollow"></a>Episode 65: Musical Passions, part 1 Upcoming Events: January 12 – Sibelius Concerto with the Sacramento Philharmonic, January 13 – guest appearance with the Chamber Music Society of Sacramento (Chausson Concerto for violin, piano and string quartet, and Suk Bagatela “With Nosegay in Hand” for violin, flute and piano) Inquiries from my Inbox: Elizabeth asks: “Does texting a lot hurt your violin hands?” Random Musical Thought: Do babies come in keys? Main Topic: “Musical Passions” with Eric Kisch on WCLV, part 1. Includes an interview with Rachel Barton Pine and tracks from her albums “An English Fancy,” “Xavier Montsalvatge: Canciones and Conciertos” and “Capricho Latino.” Total playing time: 00:55:55 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/violin-adventures-rachel-barton/id256655003" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES!</a> Would you like to be featured on Violin Adventures? Just send your question via text or as an MP3 attachment to <a href="mailto:rachelbartonpine@aol.com" rel="nofollow">rachelbartonpine@aol.com</a> and listen for your answer on Inquiries From My Inbox! Thanks for listening! <a href="http://www.rachelbartonpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rachelbartonpine.com</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/rbpviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/rachelbartonpineviolinist</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/RachelBartonPine</a> Violin Adventures with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios <a href="http://www.windyapple.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.windyapple.com</a>

Episode 65: Musical Passions, part 1

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