Vivaldi Spring, Brandenburg 3, and more! Practice Tips, Multiple Speeds, and Audition Prep

Timestamps
0:34 Bach Brandenburg Concerto No. 3***
3:53 Rachmaninoff Vocalise
7:32 Grieg Prelude from Holberg Suite
10:42 Vivaldi Spring from the Four Seasons
***Please note that the Bach is incorrectly labeled in both the excerpt and in this video. It’s Brandenburg No. 3, not No. 2.
This was prepared for specific auditions in the Philadelphia area this fall but useful for anyone learning this repertoire.
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[@lalthapa9454]

Dear can you kindly share the name the shoulder rest you are using. I am using KUN but not feeling that comfortable.

[@hopelinton]

I use an Everest shoulder rest! I’ve used mine (in different colors) for years now and find it to be quite durable

[@lalthapa9454]

Thank you❤

[@lalthapa9454]

Is this one you are using?

[@Christian-tw7me]

This is the Brandenburg Concerto Nr.3

[@hopelinton]

You are so right😳 Thank you!

[@Christian-tw7me]

@@hopelinton Sorry that I you correct you 😅🎻

[@hopelinton]

@@Christian-tw7me It was listed incorrectly in the excerpt and I didn’t check it🥹 I’m glad you pointed it out because it’s wrong and could be confusing for others. Thanks for your attention to detail!

[@Christian-tw7me]

@@hopelinton 🤗👍

[@baajpakhi]

Im an adult beginner..could you please tell me how many year practice to need for audition..this is my second year running..

[@hopelinton]

the best advice I can give you is to keep practicing and keep finding new ways to enjoy playing- consistency beats intensity! good luck with your violin journey!