Practiceopedia: The Music Student’s illustrated guide to practising Book Review by Sally Christmas I started reading Phillip Johnston’s book with the intention of providing a book review, but instead, found myself writing more of a summary of the many ideas that I found interesting and helpful. This book is jam-packed on how to practise, strategies, tips, tricks and traps! All the things you … [Read More...] about Ideas on how to practice from Practiceopedia: Book review
Innominato Strings
Sydney's Adult Community String Ensemble
Innominato Strings performing I am Australian
All About Rosin for Violin Strings
Violin rosin: Everything I just discovered at the adult weekend music camp There was something special about the people who attended the Bathurst Adult Strings Workshop. They had a zesty give-it-a-go-attitude towards playing dramatic Vivaldi and the less frightening Purcell. Lots of fun, yoga and … [Read More...] about All About Rosin for Violin Strings
My first time at the Adult Strings Workshop
It was my first time at the Bathurst Adult Strings Workshop. On walking into the venue, I was immersed by an aura of serenity - the room filled by beams of afternoon sunlight, the musical murmur of general banter. I was greeted by a host of warm smiles and nods of acknowledgement. It was a … [Read More...] about My first time at the Adult Strings Workshop
Orchestra etiquette
Being a member of Innominato Strings is great fun and very rewarding. Because we are such a large and exuberant group of adults we have all agreed on a few ground rules to make sure it all runs smoothly and happily. Please take a few minutes now to improve your orchestra etiquette by familiarising … [Read More...] about Orchestra etiquette