Learning Path | Violin | Foundations in Motion: Technique & Expression for Intermediate Violinists
Intermediate Violin Essentials: Technique, Tone, and Repertoire
Instructors
Beth Blackerby
Zlata Brouwer
Sergey Ostrovsky
Duration
2 hours and 30 minutes
15 Chapters / 40 Videos / 1 PDF
Course description
Designed for advancing violinists, this course focuses on solidifying core techniques, such as vibrato, bow control, intonation, and left-hand coordination, while expanding your musical repertoire. Through guided practice, targeted exercises, and carefully selected intermediate pieces, you’ll build the technical foundation and expressive skills necessary to approach more challenging works confidently.
Perfect for students transitioning from beginner to advanced levels, this course bridges the gap between early study and higher-level performance.
Foundations in Motion: Technique & Expression for Intermediate Violinists
Instructors Beth Blackerby, Zlata Brouwer and Sergey Ostrovksy guide you through Vibrato, Bow, Left- and Right Hand Techniques into the discovery of the Violin Repertoire.
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CHAPTER 1 - What is Vibrato I Zlata Brouwer (1 video)
CHAPTER 2 - Wrist and Arm Vibrato Set Up I Beth Blackerby (4 videos)
CHAPTER 3 - Tap to Slides I Beth Blackerby (7 videos)
CHAPTER 4 - Reducing Range of Motion I Beth Blackerby ( 6 videos)
CHAPTER 5 - DYI Vibrato Dumper I Beth Blackerby ( 1 video)
CHAPTER 6 - Adding the Bow I Beth Blackerby ( 4 videos)
CHAPTER 7 - Intro & Bow Basics I Zlata Brouwer ( 2 videos)
CHAPTER 8 - Straight Bowing I Zlata Brouwer (1 video)
CHAPTER 9 - Classy Bow Control I Zlata Brouwer (1 video)
CHAPTER 10 - Bow Flow I Zlata Brouwer(1 video)
CHAPTER 11 - Kreutzer Etude No. 13, Bowing I Sergey Ostrovsky( 3 videos)
CHAPTER 12 - Kreutzer Etude No. 32, Left Hand & Thumb I Sergey Ostrovsky( 1 video)
CHAPTER 13 - Kreutzer Etude No. 9, Left Hand I Sergey Ostrovsky( 4 videos)
CHAPTER 14 - Kreutzer Etude No. 7 & 2, Forte Piano I Sergey Ostrovsky( 1 video)
CHAPTER 15 - Kreutzer Etude No. 16,8,17,26 - Arpeggios & Chords I Sergey Ostrovsky( 2 videos)
CHAPTER 16 - Tips for Further Study
Content:
The Vibrato Trainer, developed by Beth Blackerby, is designed to guide students through the entire process of learning vibrato and is engaging when training the muscles in a fun way.
Sergey Ostrovsky guides you through a set of exercises derived from the Kreutzer Etudes, offering a comprehensive warm-up, daily routine, or a path to develop sound and agility in violin playing.
Take your bowing technique to the next level with Zlata's Bow progress program and her vast repertoire of easy-to-follow tips, tricks, and practice to master your bow.
Chapter 1 - What is Vibrato I Zlata Brouwer (1 video)
Chapter 2 - Wrist and Arm Vibrato Set Up I Beth Blackerby (4 videos)
Chapter 3 - Tap to Slides I Beth Blackerby (7 videos)
Chapter 4 - Reducing Range of Motion I Beth Blackerby ( 6 videos)
Chapter 5 - DYI Vibrato Dumper I Beth Blackerby ( 1 video)
Chapter 6 - Adding the Bow I Beth Blackerby ( 4 videos)
Chapter 7 - Bow Basics I Zlata Brouwer ( 1 video)
Chapter 8 - Straight Bowing I Zlata Brouwer (1 video)
Chapter 9 - Classy Bow Control I Zlata Brouwer (1 video)
Chapter 10 - Bow Flow I Zlata Brouwer(1 video)
Chapter 11 - Kreutzer Etude No. 13, Bowing I Sergey Ostrovsky( 3 videos)
Chapter 12 - Kreutzer Etude No. 32, Left Hand & Thumb I Sergey Ostrovsky( 1 video)
Chapter 13 - Kreutzer Etude No. 9, Left Hand I Sergey Ostrovsky( 4 videos)
Chapter 14 - Kreutzer Etude No. 7 & 2, Forte Piano I Sergey Ostrovsky( 1 video)
Chapter 15 - Kreutzer Etude No. 16,8,17,26 - Arpeggios & Chords I Sergey Ostrovsky( 2 videos)