All Aaron Rosand articles
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FocusAaron Rosand on finding the perfect set of strings
Finding the best strings for your instrument can take years of trial and error. The American violinist reflects on his ongoing journey to discover the perfect set
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BlogsViolinist Aaron Rosand on why memorisation is key to interpretation
The American maestro discusses the importance of understanding a work's cultural background and performing by memory to convey this. From 2016
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BlogsAaron Rosand on how to produce a beautiful tone
The American violinist examines the role of the bow in tone production. From 2013
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BlogsViolinist Aaron Rosand on how to produce a good vibrato
The American violinist examines the role of vibrato in enhancing sound and providing character. From 2017
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BlogsViolinist Aaron Rosand on how to succeed in competitions and auditions
The American virtuoso covers technical issues including accuracy, rhythm, intonation and vibrato, and also discusses musical authenticity and practice. From 2016
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Focus'Every bow movement should be calculated' - Aaron Rosand
The American maestro discusses the need for relaxation and finesse for good tone production in a 2007 article for The Strad
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BlogsAaron Rosand: 5 ways good posture will improve your playing
Good standing and sitting positions, and avoiding using a shoulder rest, are all important for optimum performance, wrote the American virtuoso in 2014
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BlogsAaron Rosand on how to practise effectively
There is no short cut to fine playing; only logical, intelligent and concentrated practice will yield results, writes the American violin virtuoso
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FocusAaron Rosand: My most memorable musical experience
Aaron Rosand The US violinist and teacher recalls a nerve-racking performance and hands on some advice drawn from his many years under the spotlight
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BlogsBring back violin recitals of the Golden Era, says Aaron Rosand
Recital programmes should be like a well-balanced meal, and always incorporate tasteful virtuoso pieces, argues the American maestro
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BlogsAaron Rosand on finding the correct bowings and fingerings
There are no short cuts to discovering the fingerings and bowings to suit your hands, writes the American violinist. Practice and more practice is the key
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Blogs'Portamento, when used tastefully, can bring a piece to life,' says violinist Aaron Rosand
The American virtuoso examines how the great 20th-century violinists used the ‘gliding technique' to bring personality and individuality to their interpretations
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Blogs'Your principal practice should be confined to the use of the bow,' says violinist Aaron Rosand
The American maestro discusses the art of the bow and the importance of a relaxed right hand to produce a good sound
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Focus'Teachers should never sit on juries if their students have entered those competitions,' says Aaron Rosand
String playing competitions are more popular than ever, but do they represent the best platform for launching careers? Charlotte Smith asks jurors, winners and organisers for their views
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FocusEvery violinist must develop an individual voice, says Aaron Rosand
The American maestro discusses the importance of developing a distinctive tone
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ArticleViolinist Aaron Rosand demonstrates the impact of bow direction
For me the bow is the breathing process - it has to be free and clear' Violinist Aaron Rosand speaks about the importance of bowing direction and demonstrates his ideas in the opening of Sibelius's Violin Concerto. Read Aaron Rosand's blogs: Improving bow technique and Every movement ...
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FocusI discourage my students from using a shoulder rest, says violinist Aaron Rosand
Only without a shoulder rest can one develop a personal sound that is identifiable, insists the Curtis Institute and Mannes College professor
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ArticleAaron Rosand performs Sarasate's Zigeunerweisen
Aaron Rosand, who has blogged for The Strad on memorisation and interpretation, performs Pablo de Sarasate's Zigeunerweisen with pianist Robert Koenig at Mills College in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2003. Subscribe to The Strad or download our digital edition as part of a 30-day free ...
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ArticleAaron Rosand performs Sarasate's Carmen Fantasy
American violinist Aaron Rosand performs Sarasate's Carmen Fantasy op. 25 with the CBC Concert Orchestra in 1969. Rosand is writing a series of technical blogs for The Strad - you can read his advice on vibrato and producing a beautiful tone. Subscribe to The Strad or download ...
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ArticleAaron Rosand
Acclaimed for his performances of romantic repertoire and his sweet tone, the American violinist and pedagogue Aaron Rosand has recorded prolifically and appeared with many major orchestras all over the world. He helped to lead the Romantic Revival in the 1960s, often performing forgotten works at Butler ...
