Episodes

  • 58 - What Violin Repertoire Should I Learn? - Leopold Auer Series Part 4
    Feb 2 2024

    Today we will explore a range of repertoire recommendations by Leopold Auer from the Baroque masterpieces of Bach and Handel to the Romantic concertos of Tchaikovsky, Brahms, and Beethoven.

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    10 mins
  • 57 - Nuance - The Secret to Violin Mastery - Leopold Auer Series Part 3
    Jan 25 2024

    Welcome to Part 3 of the Leopold Auer Series on Violin Podcast. In this episode, we uncover the secret to achieving nuance in your violin playing. Renowned violinist and instructor, Leopold Auer, has his invaluable insights and I have some practical tips on how to play with nuance.

    Discover the power of dynamics, timbre, and more, as we unlock the secrets behind creating a truly captivating and expressive violin performance.

    Whether you're a beginner or an advanced violinist, this episode is packed with actionable advice that will help you refine your skills and take your playing to the next level. Stay tuned for more episodes in the Leopold Auer Series, where we continue to explore the fascinating world of violin technique and performance.

    0:00 Intro

    1:25 Monotony is the Death of Music

    5:44 Nuance Tip 1

    7:04 Nuance Tip 2

    7:40 Nuance Tip 3


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    10 mins
  • 56 - Produce A Nice Tone On The Violin - Leopold Auer Series Part 2
    Jan 18 2024

    We delve deeper into the world of violin tone production with a focus on the techniques and applications inspired by the legendary violinist Leopold Auer. Join us as we explore advanced tips and strategies to enhance your violin playing and achieve a rich, expressive tone. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced violinist, this video will provide valuable insights and practical advice to take your tone production skills to the next level. Don't miss out on this opportunity to refine your technique and unlock the full potential of your violin playing. All references are made from Leopold Auer's book, 'Violin Playing, As I Teach It".

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    16 mins
  • 55 - Best Practice Strategies according to Leopold Auer Part 1
    Jan 11 2024

    Leopold Auer was the teacher of Jascha Heifetz. If anyone has knowledge regarding performing and teaching the violin, he would be a great person to talk to. In this four part series, I will be dissecting some interesting ways to approach the violin. All references are made from his book, 'Violin Playing, As I Teach It". 0:00 Introduction 1:09 What this Episode is About 2:05 Tip 1 5:59 Tip 2 9:43 Tip 3 14:21 Tip 4


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    18 mins
  • 54 - Simone Porter
    May 22 2023

    Simone Porter is a concertizing violinist who joins Violin Podcast host Eric Mrugala to discuss her practice tips, and her recent experience performing the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto Sign Up for our Newsletter: ⁠https://www.violinpodcast.com⁠ -- Dynamo Strings 2 Months Later - https://youtu.be/ZJyPwIPEXfc

    The Basics of Left Hand Finger Placement on the Violin - https://youtu.be/hJrnwM6wrf0 Don't Want To Play Out Of Tune? - Stop Scrolling - https://youtu.be/6OO5i7kB8Wg Get the Musician's Practice Guide 50% off -⁠ ⁠⁠https://violin-podcast.ck.page/products/musicians-practice-guide-50⁠⁠  --  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/violinpodcast ⁠⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/violinpodcas⁠t ⁠⁠  Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/violinpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/violinpodcast⁠⁠⁠ --  AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER Product links in this description may earn a commission. We only advertise products that we believe in. If you choose to purchase a product through one of our affiliate links, it is no extra cost to you, and it helps us out! -- About Violin Podcast The Violin Podcast is a new podcast that was created in early 2020 to be used as a resource for violinists all around the world to hear professionals in the violin world for practice tips, career advice, and adapting to an ever changing musical landscape. VP host and violinist Eric Mrugala interviews violinists from around the world discussing various topics such as practice tips, career advice, entrepreneurship, and more. The Violin Podcast aims to be more than a podcast. It's a community where we can engage in conversation about the violin, and how to navigate as a musician in the 21st century.  Our mission is to bring violinists together and create a useful resource for violinists and musicians alike to help them make an impact in music.

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    40 mins
  • 53 - Alyssa Tong from String Insiders
    May 9 2023
    Alyssa Tong is the founder and creator of String Insiders, an organization passionate about helping students create their dream careers, and expand their artistic vision. Alyssa joins Eric Mrugala on the Violin Podcast for today's episode. https://www.stringinsiders.com Sign Up for our Newsletter: ⁠https://www.violinpodcast.com⁠ -- Dynamo Strings 2 Months Later - https://youtu.be/ZJyPwIPEXfc Don't Want To Play Out Of Tune? - Stop Scrolling - https://youtu.be/6OO5i7kB8Wg Get the Musician's Practice Guide 50% off -⁠ ⁠⁠https://violin-podcast.ck.page/products/musicians-practice-guide-50⁠⁠  Violin YouTube Tutorials - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe_sdzIIWklYFtqNAybZaFq_JTUZIEaDO⁠⁠⁠ --  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/violinpodcast ⁠⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/violinpodcas⁠t ⁠⁠  Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/violinpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/violinpodcast⁠⁠⁠ --  AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER Product links in this description may earn a commission. We only advertise products that we believe in. If you choose to purchase a product through one of our affiliate links, it is no extra cost to you, and it helps us out! -- About Violin Podcast The Violin Podcast is a new podcast that was created in early 2020 to be used as a resource for violinists all around the world to hear professionals in the violin world for practice tips, career advice, and adapting to an ever changing musical landscape. VP host and violinist Eric Mrugala interviews violinists from around the world discussing various topics such as practice tips, career advice, entrepreneurship, and more. The Violin Podcast aims to be more than a podcast. It's a community where we can engage in conversation about the violin, and how to navigate as a musician in the 21st century.  Our mission is to bring violinists together and create a useful resource for violinists and musicians alike to help them make an impact in music.
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    40 mins
  • 52 - Kamalakiran Vinjamuri - Carnatic Violinist
    Apr 24 2023

    Kamalakiran Vinjamuri Carnatic violinist joins Violin Podcast host Eric Mrugala. Kamalakiran Vinjamuri is a renowned Carnatic violinist known for his exceptional technique, melodic creativity, and emotional depth.

    Listen to Kamalakiran - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzP64dsmgqU

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    28 mins
  • 51 - Maria Ioudenitch
    Mar 20 2023

    Born in Russia, violinist Maria Ioudenitch immigrated with her musical family to the U.S. at the age of two and grew up in Kansas City. In 2021, she received first prizes in the Ysaÿe International Music Competition, the Tibor Varga International Violin Competition and the Joseph Joachim International Competition. Maria joins Eric on Violin Podcast to talk about her career and her music.  -- Website: ⁠https://violinpodcast.com⁠ Dynamo Strings Full Review: https://youtu.be/L9MKXt-SrRM Maria Ioudenitch YouTube Interview: https://youtu.be/iVR7lha-FWE Get the Musician's Practice Guide 50% off -⁠ https://violin-podcast.ck.page/products/musicians-practice-guide-50  Violin YouTube Tutorials - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe_sdzIIWklYFtqNAybZaFq_JTUZIEaDO⁠ -- Follow us on Social Media! Facebook - ⁠https://facebook.com/violinpodcast ⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://instagram.com/violinpodcas⁠t  Twitter - ⁠https://twitter.com/violinpodcast⁠  YouTube - ⁠https://youtube.com/violinpodcast⁠ -- AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER Product links in this description may earn a commission. We only advertise products that we believe in. If you choose to purchase a product through one of our affiliate links, it is no extra cost to you, and it helps us out! -- About Violin Podcast The Violin Podcast is a new podcast that was created in early 2020 to be used as a resource for violinists all around the world to hear professionals in the violin world for practice tips, career advice, and adapting to an ever changing musical landscape. VP host and violinist Eric Mrugala interviews violinists from around the world discussing various topics such as practice tips, career advice, entrepreneurship, and more. The Violin Podcast aims to be more than a podcast. It's a community where we can engage in conversation about the violin, and how to navigate as a musician in the 21st century.  Our mission is to bring violinists together and create a useful resource for violinists and musicians alike to help them make an impact in music.


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    37 mins