In this course, violinist Oksana Solovieva discusses main considerations of violin playing. Through the lessons we will discover how to look and achieve a good sound, how to develop your vibrato, finding your musical flow and phrasing, or various practical tips to focus your practice and be as efficient as possible.
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Hailing from St. Petersburg, Russia, Oksana Solovieva has garnered international acclaim as both a soloist and concertmaster, participating in renowned festivals such as Verbier, Tanglewood, and Schleswig-Holstein. Collaborating with esteemed conductors including M. Rostropovich, C. Eschenbach, Y. Temirkanov, and V. Gergiev, among others, she has showcased her exceptional talent on the global stage.
With extensive experience as a soloist and chamber musician, Oksana has been an integral member of the Symphonic Orchestra of the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona since 2003. Additionally, she has shared her expertise as a violin and chamber music professor at prestigious institutions such as ESMUC, Liceu Superior Conservatory in Barcelona, and the Superior Conservatory in Zaragoza. Oksana is also sought-after for her masterclasses, with a particular focus on orchestral excerpts.
In 2017, Oksana Solovieva earned a Doctor Degree from the "Rovira i Virgili" University in Tarragona, Spain, with her thesis on "Teaching violin to higher-level students: the analogy and benefits of a vocal approach." Her passion lies in pedagogy and its historical development and future possibilities, fueling her dedication to shaping the next generation of musicians.