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What sound do you look for in a violin ?

QUESTION Have you ever looked for that elusive sound which you would like to produce from an instrument? For me, it is the ability to express oneself with energy and yet with tone. Well, I have found that instrument. INSTRUMENT … Continue reading

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What are the ingredients for a good gig ? – Part 2 – The Set(s) of Music/ Songs

A question that is always asked is ,’ What are the ingredients for a good gig ?’ The first part talked about the story. Part two talks about the sets of music/ songs for the gig. When in the audience … Continue reading

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What is AMR ?

Sometimes the questioin is asked, ‘What is AMR ?’ This is Audio Movement Restriction. Audio Movement Restriction means that the movement of a musician is restricted as a result of the need to play close to an instrument microphone. I … Continue reading

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What is the unknown way to create special moments and memories ?

Over the last few weeks, there have been a few special moments and memories. How have these been created ? Through teamwork. Over the last past weeks, some fabulous events have taken place including the Kilmore Celtic Festival, Portarlington National … Continue reading

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What are the ingredients for a good gig ? – Part 1 – The Story

What are the ingredients forĀ  a good gig ? There are a few different ingredients. This blog will focus on the story. The story provides the opportunity to take the audience on a musical journey, with a bit of narration … Continue reading

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Who Gives You Noodles and Noodles of Inspiration ?

We all encounter people throughout life who give us inspiration ? Who gives you noodles and noodles of inspiration. Over the weekend, I was playing with a band called Taliska at the Portarlington National Celtic Festival in Victoria. Taliska has … Continue reading

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