Evan ElsleyViolin Technique for Diploma Exams by a Diploma Examiner, University Violin Lecturer, Adjudicator & Performer. Book Teaser Pages  | |
Evan ElsleyViolin Technique for Diploma Exams by a Diploma Examiner, University Violin Lecturer, Adjudicator & Performer. Book Teaser Pages |  |
Evan ElsleyViolin Technique for Diploma Exams by a Diploma Examiner, University Violin Lecturer, Adjudicator & Performer. Book Teaser Pages |  |
| Diploma Examiner | University Violin Lecturer | Eisteddfod Adjudicator | Talent Research | Performer |
 | LESSONS / MASTERCLASSESViolin Diplomas / Grades / ScholarshipsDo you practice without progress?It is a well known secret amongst violin examiners, that most violin candidates will not progress beyond Seventh Grade. A small group of candidates, however, will rapidly achieve a Licentiate Diploma within just eight years of study.In the exam room, there are five core technical differences between these two groups. The book "Violin Diploma Technique. Principles of Talent" defines these technical differences. They are techniques of the mind, that only a small group of violinists can capture intuitively. Once explained, however, these techniques are easily recognisable and teachable. They can be applied to any school of violin playing, and are listed below.PRINCIPLES OF TECHNICAL TALENT1) The demands of intonation and co-ordination security are rarely met by diploma candidates. These are captured by using a timeline thinking technique.2) Fast progress through the grade exams requires a mental ability that uses active listening to control muscle memory. Instead, most candidates only think with their fingers. This is a technical development from the Baroque and Classical periods.3) Certificate of Performance requires using the forces of nature with the bow. Instead, most candidates fight the forces of nature, with muscle strength. This is a development of the bow in the late Classical period.4) Associate Diploma requires controlling the changes in directional momentum. Instead, most candidates flail around in fast passages. This is a technical development from early Romanticism.5) Licentiate Diploma requires thinking by exploring the logic of invention and logistics. Instead, most candidates do repetitive practice, and try to take beginner method technique beyond beginner levels. These are required for late Romanticism, C20th.Teaching the mind how to think as a violinist, creates unique technical abilities, that are not achieved by practice alone.Proven ResultsLessons / Masterclasses / The BookSydney / Launceston Violin Studios
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