What Makes a Violin Student "Gifted?"
What is the difference between a “gifted” violin student and a “normal” student? Some would say that it’s “talent,” something inborn and...
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Nicole Rafferty
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Disappointment
Disappointment is one of those negative but essential experiences in life. Despite our best efforts almost everyone will experience...
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Nicole Rafferty
Sep 4, 20232 min read
The Importance of Inhibition in Education
“No man can reveal to you aught but that which already lies half asleep in the dawning of your knowledge. The teacher who walks in the...
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Nicole Rafferty
Aug 23, 20233 min read
Arc of the lower back while playing the violin
For many violinists, lower back pain is a common issue that can be linked to the narrowing and shortening that occurs when a violinist...
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Nicole Rafferty
Aug 5, 20232 min read
Creating a Calm Mental State While Playing
I’ve suffered from stage fright, ever since I was 8 years old. Even at that young age, I would begin to shake and turn cold the morning...
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Nicole Rafferty
Jul 27, 20233 min read
Hand Mobility Exercises
One of the most important things I want everyone to realize is that the fingers DO NOT act independently of the rest of the body. As...
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