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Discover the art & science of efficient violin practice.

Taught by GRAMMY-winning soloist James Ehnes

Learn strategies to tackle technical challenges, enrich your tonal repertoire, and realize your unique artistic vision. Watch James Ehnes's new 12-part course "Practice Principles" on tonebase today!

Cross the bridge from practice to remarkable performance.

Perhaps you find yourself entrenched in hours of practice…yet when you perform, the sound you produce betrays your true intentions. Have you wondered how to overcome this, and whether there's more to mastering the violin than an endless series of bow strokes?

Your solution is here. In this 12-part detailed course, global violin sensation James Ehnes will take you from merely "putting in the time" to strategic and efficient practicing, so that each of your sessions becomes a journey of reflection, musical precision, and growth. By the end, you’ll know exactly how to prepare for great performances.

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    Unlock the secrets of mindful, goal-oriented practicing, which will make every minute you spend with your violin count.
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    Learn how to break down hard passages to hone in on sticking points, so you can reconstruct the music with finesse.
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    Discover approaches, hand positions, and other nuances that uniquely work for you…so that you perform in the most meaningful way possible.
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James Ehnes

James Ehnes is a globally recognized violinist whose accomplishments place him among the greatest soloists of our time. His exceptional blend of virtuosity and lyrical depth has made him a favorite amongst celebrated conductors such as Vladimir Ashkenazy, Marin Alsop, and Sir Andrew Davis.

A product of rigorous training, Ehnes began his violin studies at the age of five and later honed his craft at The Juilliard School. Since becoming a professional artist, Ehnes has graced stages across the world, performing with the Boston, Chicago, and Vienna Symphony Orchestras among others. His artistry has earned him the highest accolades, including two GRAMMY awards and two Gramophone Classical Music Awards.

In 2017, Ehnes assumed the role of visiting professor of violin at the Royal Academy of Music. In 2024, he will begin his tenure as professor of practice in violin at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music.  Beyond teaching and solo performances, Ehnes’ musical interests have branched into the formation of the acclaimed Ehnes Quartet and collaborations with the likes of Yuja Wang, Nikolai Lugansky, Jan Vogler, and Yo-Yo Ma.

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Practice Principles

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Essentials of Violin Playing

with Pinchas Zukerman

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Dounis Exercises - A Complete System

with Nancy Zhou

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Right Hand Technique

with Giora Schmidt

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Rimsky-Korsakov & Strauss

with Glenn Dicterow

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The Ergonomics of Violin Playing

with Grigory Kalinovsky

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Dounis Principles of Violin Playing

with Daniel Phillips

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Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64

with Simone Porter

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The Art of Violin Playing

with Adam Han-Gorski

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18 Tips for the Practice Room

with Daniel Kurganov

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Partita No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1004 (Bach)

with Charles Yang

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Kreutzer's 40 Etudes

with Eszter Haffner

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