Taught by renowned violist
Dimitri Murrath
Join renowned violist Dimitri Murrath in his course on "Mastering Vibrato," where he explores the scientific and practical aspects of developing a controlled vibrato. The course begins with understanding vibrato as a conditioned reflex, focusing on controlling its speed, continuity, and interaction with bow technique. Murrath then provides a step-by-step guide to unlocking and refining wrist vibrato, equipping you with the tools to enhance your musical expression.
Learning to Control a Reflex
Prof. Dimitri Murrath explores the scientific understanding of vibrato as a conditioned reflex. Murrath delves into both external and internal focus, teaching you how to control the speed and continuity of your vibrato through targeted exercises. He also discusses the relationship between bow speed and vibrato speed, as well as the interaction between bow weight and vibrato, providing a holistic approach to developing a controlled and expressive vibrato.
Wrist Vibrato
In this section, Dimitri Murrath offers a step-by-step guide to unlocking and cultivating a wrist vibrato. Through detailed instruction and gradual progression, you will learn the mechanics of wrist vibrato, from the initial motions to refining and integrating it into your playing. This part of the course is designed to help you develop a fluid, consistent wrist vibrato that enhances your overall musical expression.
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Unlock Course →Belgian American violist Dimitri Murrath is a recipient of the 2014 Avery Fisher Career Grant and first prize at the Primrose International Viola Competition.
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