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Shar Music® Poetry: Aaron Dworkin's "Road Map"
"Trying, again, to bring imagery to play – so that people may have that image flash in their mind... that sense of cementing in stone a guide, an interpreter, to then bring music to life."
Freedom, Hip Hop, and Saints – Celebrating Women's History Month
From Nicki Minaj covers to 12th century saints – to neglected sisters, flowing fountains, and invented languages – this blog has it all.
Conversation and Inspiration with Jordan Hamilton
“Be comfortable being uncomfortable. Keep messing up, keep figuring it out. That’s what I would say to young students. Really lean into that uncomfort."
Shar Music® Speaks with Joy Black – Classical Musician, Hip-Hop Artist, and Electric Violinist (and More)
We talk with “hip-hop violinist” Joy Black about conspiracy theories (“Aliens exist!”), smelling like a peach-scented candle, covering “The Thong Song,” the bridge between classical music and hip-hop, and more!
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Shar Music® Poetry: Aaron Dworkin's "Road Map"
"Trying, again, to bring imagery to play – so that people may have that image flash in their mind... that sense of cementing in stone a guide, an interpreter, to then bring music to life."
What is the Best String Instrument For Me?
With so many string instruments out there, it can he hard to decide which to learn! Let's take a look at the violin family: violin, viola, cello, and bass.
Exciting Changes Ahead: Your Hassle-Free Transition to Our New Website
We are thrilled to announce some exciting changes to your existing Shar account that will elevate your shopping experience with us! As we continue to grow as a company, we understand that not everyone feels comfortable technological changes, so we want to assure you that we have taken every step to make the transition to our new website as easy and seamless as possible. In this article, we will guide you through the process to make sure you can continue shopping without hassle.
Freedom, Hip Hop, and Saints – Celebrating Women's History Month
From Nicki Minaj covers to 12th century saints – to neglected sisters, flowing fountains, and invented languages – this blog has it all.
Conversation and Inspiration with Jordan Hamilton
“Be comfortable being uncomfortable. Keep messing up, keep figuring it out. That’s what I would say to young students. Really lean into that uncomfort."
Shar Music® Speaks with Joy Black – Classical Musician, Hip-Hop Artist, and Electric Violinist (and More)
We talk with “hip-hop violinist” Joy Black about conspiracy theories (“Aliens exist!”), smelling like a peach-scented candle, covering “The Thong Song,” the bridge between classical music and hip-hop, and more!
Shar Music® Poetry: Aaron Dworkin's "Vibrations"
"It really came out of that same place, which is what I wanted to do with my violin as well: to share and speak to the issues, emotions, and sense of self."
Shar Music® Poetry: Aaron Dworkin's "rePLAY"
"It sends an empire of pride/ from my heart/ to their shoulder."
Welcoming Our Poet-in-Residence: Aaron Dworkin
"For this work, I started with the memory of myself."
The Ultimate Shar Music® Gift Blog (Of Gifts! Selected by Our Staff)
We wanted to use the word "gift" a lot in the title. Here are our well-thought-out staff gift choices, plus one not thought-out one.
The Top 5 Audition Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
These five mistakes in an orchestral audition will DESTROY you. You’re going to fail, fail, fail. (No – that’s not true. And we’ll cover how to handle thoughts like that in under the top mistake: “Nerves.”)
Famous Songs to Learn on Cello This Summer
These five classic pop songs and soundtrack themes, both modern and vintage, are just the thing for your summer cello gigs.
Pop Songs To Learn on Your Violin This Summer
A set of great pop songs, old and new, for beginning and intermediate violinists to learn.
Music with a Growth Mindset: Celia Zhang of Village Youth Conservatory
Violinist and teacher Celia Zhang, on her work at Village Youth Conservatory and her experiences in music.
Remembering Evelyn Avsharian
Some details on the author of the long-beloved Children's Music Series.
Nine Essential Pieces of Violin Sheet Music To Learn
A list of seminal pieces of violin music for developing intermediate or advanced violinists.
Do I Need a Shoulder Rest For My Violin?
Some violinists and violists think that a shoulder rest is an absolute must; others insist it's not only unnecessary, but detrimental. So, who's right?
Is Violin Hard To Learn?: A Conversation with Kiana June Weber
A discussion with the renowned fiddler Kiana June Weber (Gaelic Storm, 'Come From Away') on that eternal beginner question: is it hard to learn the violin?