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April 23, 2023 By Elizabeth Leave a Comment

Tools for Private Music Teachers: My Top 10 Favorites

Filed Under: Teaching Music, Tech for Musicians Tagged With: Apps, canva, forscore, ipad, teaching, teaching music, tech for musicians

There are so many great tools for private music teachers; from invoicing apps to teaching resources. Today I'm sharing 10 of my personal favorites that I use just about every day that I teach! WATCH THE VIDEO Today's post contains affiliate links and referral links. If … [Read more...] about Tools for Private Music Teachers: My Top 10 Favorites

April 9, 2023 By Elizabeth Leave a Comment

PlayScore 2 – Sheet Music Scanning App

Filed Under: Tech for Musicians Tagged With: Apps, ipad, tech for musicians

Today I’m reviewing a new-to-me app, PlayScore 2: this is a sheet music scanner with features that can benefit students and teachers! I’m excited to start using this new app in my studio for both my own uses, and as a tool for students. WATCH THE VIDEO This article … [Read more...] about PlayScore 2 – Sheet Music Scanning App

February 5, 2023 By Elizabeth Leave a Comment

Mac Mini M2 Pro 1 Week Later – How I Use it as a Musician

Filed Under: Tech for Musicians Tagged With: Apple, mac mini, tech

Let's check in to see how I'm using my new Mac Mini M2 Pro one week later! I really love this computer, and it's made my workflow a lot faster. WATCH THE VIDEO This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase from one of today's links, I may make a commission. … [Read more...] about Mac Mini M2 Pro 1 Week Later – How I Use it as a Musician

January 29, 2023 By Elizabeth Leave a Comment

I Upgraded my Computer! – Mac Mini M2 Pro, Monitor, and Desk Setup

Filed Under: Lifestyle for Musicians, Tech for Musicians Tagged With: computer, lifestyle, mac mini, tech, tech for musicians

I've been using my 2015 MacBook Pro since I started college, and while I've loved it, it's time for an upgrade! Watch as I setup a new desk, monitor, and my new Mac Mini M2 Pro! Watch the Video Hope you enjoy! :) … [Read more...] about I Upgraded my Computer! – Mac Mini M2 Pro, Monitor, and Desk Setup

November 6, 2022 By Elizabeth Leave a Comment

What’s on my iPad 2022 as a Private Music Teacher/Professional Musician

Filed Under: Tech for Musicians Tagged With: Apps, ipad, tech for musicians

I first made a what's on my iPad video back in 2020 shortly after I bought my iPad Pro. I'd only had it for a few weeks at the time, so I wanted to film a new one sharing what I really use two years later, after using it almost every day! WATCH THE VIDEO Want to learn … [Read more...] about What’s on my iPad 2022 as a Private Music Teacher/Professional Musician

October 2, 2022 By Elizabeth Leave a Comment

Performing from a Tablet in Concert

Filed Under: Tech for Musicians Tagged With: ipad, performing, tech for musicians

Many musicians love practicing music on a tablet, but have fears actually performing from a tablet in concert. Whether the battery dies on stage or a notification alert dings, it can feel a little daunting. I'm here to help dispel your fears and share some helpful tips to … [Read more...] about Performing from a Tablet in Concert

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Elizabeth | Violist, Mentor
So excited to share the new music stand in my stud So excited to share the new music stand in my studio!

If you have any positive sticker recs, please leave them in the comments!

The first sticker I picked out was the @inkermezzo x @violincase collab. I love the look and message of this sticker so much, and I’m always showing my violin students recordings of Hilary Hahn! ❤️
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New video! We’re working on introducing our new New video!

We’re working on introducing our new cat Gazpacho to our instruments! Watch his first reaction to my viola through the link in my bio ❤️
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As we head into the weekend, remember it’s okay As we head into the weekend, remember it’s okay to take a break and live your life. (It’ll help your music making, anyway 😊)
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Why I haven’t been on Instagram much lately: We Why I haven’t been on Instagram much lately:

We adopted the sweetest cat named Gazpacho! He’s 4 years old and he just makes me so happy ❤️

He has his own Instagram, too! Follow his catventures at @therealmachopacho 🐾

I’ll start posting regularly soon, and hopefully there’ll be a new YouTube video up this Sunday,  too!
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New tech video and blog post! Today I’m talking New tech video and blog post!

Today I’m talking about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 line and whether or not these tablets are good for musicians.

Watch the video and read the blog post through my link in bio!
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ICYMI I posted a super detailed blog post all abou ICYMI I posted a super detailed blog post all about practicing in layers and why it’s so helpful!

You can read it through the link in my bio! ❤️
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Want to learn how to practice in layers? Read my n Want to learn how to practice in layers? Read my new blog post through the link in my bio!
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My best tip to overcome the overwhelm? PRACTICE I My best tip to overcome the overwhelm?

PRACTICE IN LAYERS!

Focus on one thing at a time until it feels easy. Then, start adding a second focus. It takes time, but it gives you such a strong foundation. ❤️
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New blog post on Life from the Viola Section! Wit New blog post on Life from the Viola Section!

With the first official day of summer approaching this week, I’m sharing my favorite classical music that reminds me of this time of year ☀️

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Elizabeth | Violist, Mentor
So excited to share the new music stand in my stud So excited to share the new music stand in my studio!

If you have any positive sticker recs, please leave them in the comments!

The first sticker I picked out was the @inkermezzo x @violincase collab. I love the look and message of this sticker so much, and I’m always showing my violin students recordings of Hilary Hahn! ❤️
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#musicteacher #playlikeahuman #onlinemusiclessons #onlinemusicteacher #violinlessons #violalessons #pianolessons #onlineviolinlessons #onlineviolalessons #rvamusic #rvamusicians #rvamusiclessons
New video! We’re working on introducing our new New video!

We’re working on introducing our new cat Gazpacho to our instruments! Watch his first reaction to my viola through the link in my bio ❤️
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#musiccat #musicyoutuber #violist #viola #violagang #violista
As we head into the weekend, remember it’s okay As we head into the weekend, remember it’s okay to take a break and live your life. (It’ll help your music making, anyway 😊)
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#musicmotivation #musician #classicalmusician #musicyoutuber #violagang #classicalmusic #musicianlife #musicianlife #musicianlifestyle
Why I haven’t been on Instagram much lately: We Why I haven’t been on Instagram much lately:

We adopted the sweetest cat named Gazpacho! He’s 4 years old and he just makes me so happy ❤️

He has his own Instagram, too! Follow his catventures at @therealmachopacho 🐾

I’ll start posting regularly soon, and hopefully there’ll be a new YouTube video up this Sunday,  too!
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#newcat #musicyoutuber #lifeupdate #cutecat #catstagram
New tech video and blog post! Today I’m talking New tech video and blog post!

Today I’m talking about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 line and whether or not these tablets are good for musicians.

Watch the video and read the blog post through my link in bio!
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#techformusicians #tabletformusicians #tabletsformusicians #samsunggalaxytabs8 #samsunggalaxytabs8series #ipadformusicians #forscore #mobilesheets
ICYMI I posted a super detailed blog post all abou ICYMI I posted a super detailed blog post all about practicing in layers and why it’s so helpful!

You can read it through the link in my bio! ❤️
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#classicalmusic #classicalmusicians #classicalmusic #practicetip #practicetips #musicstudent #musicteacher #onlinemusiclessons #onlinemusicteacher #onlineviolalessons #onlineviolinlessons #musiclessonsrva #rvamusiclessons
Want to learn how to practice in layers? Read my n Want to learn how to practice in layers? Read my new blog post through the link in my bio!
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#practicetip #practicetips #classicalmusic #classicalmusicians #musicteacher #onlinemusicteacher #onlinemusiclessons #violateacher #violalessons #onlineviolalessons #violinteacher #onlineviolinlessons
My best tip to overcome the overwhelm? PRACTICE I My best tip to overcome the overwhelm?

PRACTICE IN LAYERS!

Focus on one thing at a time until it feels easy. Then, start adding a second focus. It takes time, but it gives you such a strong foundation. ❤️
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#practicetip #howtopractice #violagang #classicalmusician #youngmusician #conservatoryofmusic #onlinemusiclessons #onlineviolalessons #onlineviolinlessons #onlinepianolessons #violateacher #onlineviolateacher #violalessons #musiclessonsrva #rvamusiclessons
New blog post on Life from the Viola Section! Wit New blog post on Life from the Viola Section!

With the first official day of summer approaching this week, I’m sharing my favorite classical music that reminds me of this time of year ☀️

Read through the link in my bio!
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#classicalmusic #classicalmusician #chambermusic #kodaly #shostakovich #mozartstringquartet #mendelssohn #musicblog
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