2017-01-19 16:43
Hey Guys! Another Day, Another Vlog! In this video, join me to grills some steaks and cook dinner, then afterwards we juice some cranberries, strawberries, and pomegranates! Noth… Read More
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A blog about playing the Viola - Orchestra, Gigs & Auditions.
2017-01-17 18:01
Welcome back to another daily vlog! Today, we hit the driving range for some golf practice, cook some oven baked pork chops, and then head down to Venice for a Venice Symphony Musician… Read More
2017-01-16 16:41
Every been a bit overdressed for a situation?? :) Welcome back for another daily vlog! In this video, we head down to an exclusive country club in Naples, FL to play a quartet gig, and… Read More
2017-01-12 19:29
Hey there! Welcome back to another daily vlog! In this video, we work on some bowings for the Venice Symphony viola section, make some supergrains mixture with grilled chicken, a… Read More
2017-01-09 19:26
Hey Hey! How are you all today? Ready for another Escapade? In this video it is time to take down the Christmas Decorations, go perform the third and last (matinee) concert with… Read More
2016-12-08 18:23
Welcome back to the next vlog episode! Join me at work to meet my new desk dinosaur, find out exactly what "Florida snow" is, spend some time with me having a conversation with myself… Read More
2016-12-07 16:24
A big thanks to all of you out there who have been watching the vlog videos! We hit 100 subscribers - which for some channels is not very many, but I'm proud to have hit this milestone… Read More
2016-12-05 17:50
This vlog edition involved absolute random shots compiled from over the weekend! I visited the Sarasota Bay front again during my lunch-break on Friday, then we went to a few antique s… Read More
2016-12-02 19:04
More rehearsals!! A crazy thick fog rolls in off the Sarasota bay while I'm at the performance hall - check it out with me! They even had to shut down the Skyway Bridge in St. Pete bec… Read More
2016-12-02 14:32
In this vlog, I have kind of a crazy day driving back and forth from work for two masterworks rehearsals with the Sarasota Orchestra, then take a trip down to Venice to rehearse for a Christ… Read More
2016-12-01 14:09
Join me in this vlog adventure as we head over to Lido Beach in Sarasota on my lunchbreak, then head home and cook some BBQ ribs in the oven!Subscribe for Upcoming Videos!Previous Video: TUR… Read More
2016-11-29 16:39
Join me for just another "normal" day at work and then head on home to have some homemade Turkey and Wild Rice soup! I came down with a little cold/cough - so nothing helps more than s… Read More
2016-11-28 20:43
Join me in this vlog as we decorate the house for Christmas! Trim the tree, and put up wreaths outdoors - it's definitely beginning to feel like the holidays! What is your favorite part of t… Read More
2016-11-18 18:28
Join me to check out the new concert hall for the Venice Symphony that just opened last season! Then we head on home and cook some really good pizza (screamin' Sicilian Bessie's revenge)!Sub… Read More
2016-11-16 14:10
Join me for part two of a two part vlog on the trip to Fort Myers, FL to perform the first Masterworks Series concert with the Southwest Florida Symphony. Part two includes some behind… Read More
2016-11-14 20:22
Join me for the first in a two part vlog on the trip to Fort Myers, FL to perform the first Masterworks Series concert with the Southwest Florida Symphony. Part One includes the rehear… Read More
2016-11-10 18:18
We found ourselves newly in possession of an antique Grandfather Clock from the 1800's - we move it into the house and start getting it set up in a temporary place. Then join me to gri… Read More
2016-11-09 19:13
Welcome back! Join me in this vlog for some daily life adventures - whole foods, some fun sodas, a fast drive home from work and travel to the Safety Harbor Spa & Resort with me for a wo… Read More
2016-11-07 20:10
Concerts, concerts, concerts (and golf!!) Who doesn't love the weekend? I had three performances with the Sarasota Orchestra this weekend, along with a wedding on Anna Maria Island, an… Read More
2016-11-04 18:13
Ever want to see what it looks like backstage at one of those large performing arts halls? Come with me on this vlog and you'll get a sneak peak! We also make a quick trip home t… Read More
2016-11-02 19:56
The symphony, orchestra, and chamber music season started with a huge bang this week - join me in this vlog as I jump right into rehearsals with the Sarasota Orchestra for the Opening Master… Read More
2016-11-01 20:24
Join me as we finish up cooking our Sauerbraten, make some German Potato Salad, and Red Cabbage for a yummy Dinner!! (also, check out how well the new grass out front is doing!)German Potato… Read More
2016-10-31 16:58
We had a blast at TreeUmph in Bradenton, FL - come along for the adventure!! We made it all the way through the 5 courses including the most challenging Lead & Summit (#4 & #5)… Read More
2016-10-28 19:25
Join me getting ready for work, and then stop by the bay with me on my lunch break to enjoy the beautiful weather here in Sarasota!Subscribe for Upcoming Videos!Previous Video: COUNTRY CLUB… Read More
2016-10-27 19:15
In this vlog, come along with me as we drive to Venice, FL (Plantation Country Club) to perform an hour long string quartet concert after a symphony dinner! Also, for lunch we head ove… Read More
2016-10-25 17:57
Meat Pickled for 4 days?!? It's Fall, and technically still October - so lets make some Octoberfest Food! In this Vlog, make some Sourbraten (pickled beef roast) with me! Don't forget… Read More
2016-10-24 19:59
Looks like the Symphony and Gig season is back in full swing! In this vlog, we drive to Clearwater on Friday night for a full orchestra concert (Musical Paradigm Event), and then Satur… Read More
2016-10-20 21:12
Join me in this vlog as we start Bow-Tie Wednesdays! Bow-Ties are fun to wear, so why not bring this old school style back once a week?Subscribe on YouTube for Upcoming Videos!Previous Video… Read More
2016-10-17 14:41
Come to the driving range and hit some golf balls with us! Then, we spend some time in the afternoon polishing up the antique brass candle sconces that we found at an antique store. &n&hell…Read More
2016-10-14 17:07
In this vlog, join me as we view some video and time-lapses of downtown Sarasota and the bay from on top of the Ringling Bridge! Then, check out the new grass we had put in at the house, and… Read More
2016-10-12 18:54
Join me in this Vlog as we explore Luke Wood park in Sarasota - a park that is right next to a busy road - but remains unnoticed by most people, and contains the Mable Ringling Fountain. &nb&hell…Read More
2016-10-10 20:30
Join me as in this Vlog as I re-watched the beginning of the Harry Potter series of Movies, and decided to come up with an "adult" drink based on Albus Dumbledore & his love for the mugg… Read More
2016-10-07 16:27
Hurricane Matthew comes near Florida, and we get a look at the wind and storm clouds blowing in over the West Coast of Florida (Sarasota/Bradenton). Will it loop around and come back a… Read More
2016-10-06 15:15
The BEST way to open and eat a pomegranate - the easy way! Join me in this vlog as I show you how, and then we use the arils to make pomegranate juice!Subscribe on YouTube for Upcoming… Read More
2016-10-05 20:46
Five Four Club Review and Unboxing of the latest package! I've been receiving Five Four packages for over a year now - check out my haul from them and join me as I review what they have sent… Read More
2016-10-04 21:44
Join me on another workday vlog with some views of Sarasota, and we talk a bit about changing to a more healthy eating habit! Oatmeal for breakfast, Protein Shake for lunch, plenty of water… Read More
2016-10-03 20:50
It's the 25th Vlog!! Thanks for taking time to watch! I look forward to making more videos - reaching this small milestone is exciting! Take a view of Lido beach, we do some yard work… Read More
2016-09-30 18:27
Join me as we try and grill some chicken before the storm starts, drive home in the rain, and see a beautiful sunset time-lapse! say goodnight with the Chocolate Labs!! "Don't give up... Goo… Read More
2016-09-28 20:39
In this short edition of the vlog, we take a look at some off the beaten path stuff in downtown Sarasota, and talk a bit about positivity in these vlogs!Subscribe for Upcoming Videos!Previou… Read More
2016-09-26 23:47
Come with us as we drive over the Skyway Bridge to visit the shops on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, FL; then check out an absolutely crazy lightning storm rolling in!Subscribe for Upcomi… Read More
2016-09-26 18:28
Adventure Time!! Go for a boat adventure with us in Florida! We spend a great day out on the boat with family, and then come home, cook some dinner, and watch the storm clouds roll in!… Read More
2016-09-23 17:10
Happy First Day of Fall! In this vlog, we go to Panera for lunch, make some hot pressed sandwiches, and do a little night swimming!Subscribe for Upcoming Videos!Previous Video: WALKING… Read More
2016-09-21 19:38
Visit St. Armand's Circle in Sarasota, Florida with me in this vlog - one of the areas most popular destinations for shopping, restaurants & entertainment! A fun place to spend a lunch b… Read More
2016-09-20 21:11
In this vlog we make salads & pasta, spend some time at work, and then visit the forgotten remnants of Fort Juan Ortiz in downtown Sarasota - this is one of those places that people driv… Read More
2016-09-19 20:37
Join me for some Sight-Reading fun with some friends from the Palm Strings Quartet as we get together to play through some music in this Vlog!Subscribe for upcoming videos on my YouTube Chan… Read More
2016-09-19 20:34
Join me for a wedding gig at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Sarasota over the weekend, as well as a look at the Unconditional Surrender Statue. We also take a quick trip to Lowes, where… Read More
2012-08-28 23:34
Well, my audition is over..... For now. I played this past Saturday, and was happy with how it went. Sure, it could have gone much better, and it will at my next audition. I felt really good… Read More
2012-08-21 13:40
Well, the week of the audition is finally here. I haven't been very good about posting about my progress in the past couple of weeks. Things have gotten a bit busy :) I aud… Read More
2012-07-28 00:28
Sometimes stepping away for a few days can be a good thing. Mind you, I still played my viola, but Wednesday night I had an orchestra rehearsal and last night I had to practice some other mu… Read More
2012-07-25 15:46
Well, today officially marks the ONE MONTH count down until the audition... will I have enough time to prepare? I plan on it!! I'm determined to have a good audition experience (… Read More
2012-07-25 13:19
I won't have any new recordings for you today or tomorrow, I have decided to take a few days to really do some slow practicing. Starting last night, I worked VERY slowly on about half… Read More
2012-07-23 14:33
As part of the process in prepping for the Kennedy Center Audition, I will be recording every excerpt each Sunday night leading up to the audition. I'm nearing the point of having one… Read More
2012-07-19 17:27
Well, I just received in the mail this afternoon an invite to the audition! I guess I can go ahead and disclose what the audition is for now! The Kennedy Center is holding auditi… Read More
2012-07-19 14:38
Throughout this first period of practicing for the audition, I have been constantly working on trying to find a way to produce a crisper, cleaner, clearer sound. I think I may have str… Read More
2012-07-18 15:31
A wise teacher had a saying everytime I left rehearsal to drive home, or whenever I was going to take an audition. The last thing he would say to me was "Be Careful Crossing Strings" (… Read More
2012-07-18 15:31
A wise teacher had a saying everytime I left rehearsal to drive home, or whenever I was going to take an audition. The last thing he would say to me was "Be Careful Crossing Strings" (… Read More
2012-07-17 13:55
I've decided that since the goal of these blog posts leading up to taking an audition is to follow progress, I will post a few more "Starting-Point" recordings today. These were record… Read More
2012-07-17 13:55
I've decided that since the goal of these blog posts leading up to taking an audition is to follow progress, I will post a few more "Starting-Point" recordings today. These were record… Read More
2012-07-16 13:52
Well, I'm at the stage now where I should be hearing today or tomorrow whether I got an audition spot or not based on my resume. Practicing is going well - I did a lot of work over the… Read More
2012-07-13 14:01
I worked quite a bit last night on the excerpt from Coppelia "La paix". What a beautiful moment for solo viola in the ballet! This excerpt involves quite a bit of work in and aro… Read More
2012-07-13 14:01
I worked quite a bit last night on the excerpt from Coppelia "La paix". What a beautiful moment for solo viola in the ballet! This excerpt involves quite a bit of work in and aro… Read More
2012-07-12 19:42
One of the worst parts about taking an audition has got to be the waiting process. Step one - Send in resume, and WAITThis is the part that happens with almost every audition... waitin… Read More
2012-07-06 14:57
Practice time: 3.5 hoursLast night was day one of prepping for the audition! I've found that a good way to begin learning excerpts that I have not ever performed (especially fast ones)… Read More
2012-07-05 22:01
Part of the reason for starting this blog a few years ago was to post about orchestral auditions. Since I haven't done much of that to point, I have decided to initiate a daily blog posting… Read More
2012-06-01 18:16
Every now and then in a performer's career, an opportunity arises to play a piece of music unlike any other. A piece of music that they have been waiting for an opportunity to perform… Read More
2012-05-22 13:47
I just found the review online from our Arts Naples Chamber Orchestra concert last week - what a fun concert that was to play - 3 beautiful grand pianos on stage with a full chamber orchestr… Read More
2012-05-21 15:05
Well, here we go again.... It might be time to go back to that lovely process of prepping excerpts, getting the concerto polished up... and stepping out on to stage for a whole lovely 2 minu… Read More
2012-05-21 14:37
The Palm Strings Quartet has a new web home! Check out our new web page - still in development!http://palmstringsquartet.instantencore.com/web/home.aspx Read More
2011-12-16 18:26
I've made it... I think... though another very busy holiday season!! Although Christmas isn't for another week and a bit, the last holiday concerts are taking place this weekend! … Read More
2011-12-08 16:19
What a wonderful feeling every time December rolls around. Believe it or not, there is actually a chill in the air today here in Florida. Perfect weather for the Venice Symphony'… Read More
2011-11-30 15:39
Hello out there!!! November is coming to a close, and with it, the start of the holiday season of concerts. Quite a few this year - and I'm really looking forward to playing some… Read More
2011-11-22 14:47
Last night marked the first "Run Through" rehearsal for the Sun City Chamber Players February concert. The main idea was just to read through the music and get an idea and feeling for… Read More
2011-11-22 14:35
Last night marked the first "Run Through" rehearsal for the Sun City Chamber Players February concert. The main idea was just to read through the music and get an idea and feeling for… Read More
2011-11-15 19:51
This past weekend was great! I had a marvelous time performing in the SWFLSO Pops 1 Concert - An American Songbook! Although some audience members thought that the sound (mics) w… Read More
2011-11-07 15:31
Yup, its true, believe it or not, the season for concerts and gigs is officially in full swing. Hard to believe everything got so busy all at once.This weekend's Masterworks concert wi… Read More
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