Listen "Championing the Viola and Modern Classical Music - an interview with acclaimed soloist Brett Deubner"
Episode Synopsis
Laurel Thomsen interviews acclaimed viola soloist Brett Deubner, listening to and discussing choice tracks from his recent albums "Mother Earth" and "Transfiguration," learning about his experience working with composers and debuting new music, and sharing tips for performance confidence, moving past setbacks, and creating a clear viola tone whether as a soloist, in an ensemble, or on recording.
Links from the episode:
Learn more about Brett Deubner and purchase his recordings, please visit https://www.brettdeubner.com
Learn more about Brett's online viola course https://deubnervvs.thinkific.com/
The "Mother Earth" album: https://www.navonarecords.com/catalog/nv6351/
The "Transfiguration" album: https://www.navonarecords.com/catalog/nv6355/
Stanley Grill, the composer of the pieces featured on "Transfiguration": https://www.stangrillcomposer.com/
Judith Markovich, the composer of the "Remember" track: https://www.judithmarkovich.com/
Maurizio Bignone, the composer of the "Mother Earth" track: https://mauriziobignone.com/
Laurel Thomsen's website, including info about her recordings, concerts, and teaching can be found at www.laurelthomsen.com
Please send Laurel an email at [email protected] if you have a violin, viola, fiddle, music biz, or practice related question you’d like answered in the blog or on a podcast, or have a story or insight to share. Also, get in touch if you’d like to inquire about violin, viola, or fiddle coaching or lessons with Laurel via Skype, FaceTime, or Zoom. You're also welcome to post your success story, comments, or suggestions to www.facebook.com/laurelthomsenmusic.
Happy Practicing!
Links from the episode:
Learn more about Brett Deubner and purchase his recordings, please visit https://www.brettdeubner.com
Learn more about Brett's online viola course https://deubnervvs.thinkific.com/
The "Mother Earth" album: https://www.navonarecords.com/catalog/nv6351/
The "Transfiguration" album: https://www.navonarecords.com/catalog/nv6355/
Stanley Grill, the composer of the pieces featured on "Transfiguration": https://www.stangrillcomposer.com/
Judith Markovich, the composer of the "Remember" track: https://www.judithmarkovich.com/
Maurizio Bignone, the composer of the "Mother Earth" track: https://mauriziobignone.com/
Laurel Thomsen's website, including info about her recordings, concerts, and teaching can be found at www.laurelthomsen.com
Please send Laurel an email at [email protected] if you have a violin, viola, fiddle, music biz, or practice related question you’d like answered in the blog or on a podcast, or have a story or insight to share. Also, get in touch if you’d like to inquire about violin, viola, or fiddle coaching or lessons with Laurel via Skype, FaceTime, or Zoom. You're also welcome to post your success story, comments, or suggestions to www.facebook.com/laurelthomsenmusic.
Happy Practicing!
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