LMU0109 - Violin or Viola for Beginners
Course Description
Learn how to play the violin or viola in a friendly and supportive group atmosphere. You’ll learn the basics of the instrument, how to hold it, achieve bow balance, and produce a good tone. You’ll also learn musical notation and essential musicianship, but those who wish to learn by ear are also welcome. The instructor will help you find an instrument that is suitable for you and cater to your musical taste, whether it’s classical, jazz, popular, or fiddle.
Course Outline
Learn how to play the violin or viola in a friendly and supportive group atmosphere. You’ll learn the basics of the instrument, how to hold it, achieve bow balance, and produce a good tone. You’ll also learn musical notation and essential musicianship, but those who wish to learn by ear are also welcome. The instructor will help you find an instrument that is suitable for you and cater to your musical taste, whether it’s classical, jazz, popular, or fiddle.
Notes
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Violinist Edgar Gabriel is equally comfortable performing and teaching classical, jazz, fiddle and rock music. He has performed with such diverse groups as Mannheim Steamroller, Chicago Opera and Steppenwolf Theaters. Edgar's expertise has won him positions with the world renowned Cirque du Soleil. He can be heard on numerous recordings including Rachel Barton Pine's Storming the Citadel. His publication STRING GROOVE teaches improvisation, fiddling and other styles outside of traditional violin repertoire. You can see him perform with his group