Episodes

I was thrilled to speak with Author/Suzuki teacher Christine Goodner from The Suzuki Triangle Blog/ Time to Practice Podcast! Click HERE for full episode! If you haven’t yet, I highly recommend checking out Christine’s incredible resources for teachers and parents of musicians! I took one of her online courses a year ago, and it was incredible!… Read More...

Ashley and sisters for Halloween After the dramatic turn of events from the last chapter, the quartet reconvenes at the coffeeshop: Café Chocolat. Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

Check out the list and descriptions of my favorite Halloween songs from my previous blog post! The Violin: A Devilish Instrument Don’t forget to buy your Christmas gift for the cynical musician in your life!!!! LOL. Don’t Pull My Strings by RescotCreative Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

This chapter was inspired by my mother’s real life collegiate concert. Apparently, it took place at midnight on Halloween. The conductor rose out of a coffin dressed as Dracula!!! Mom and 3 of her sisters Here she is featured with three of her sisters. All four of them have been my teacher at some point in my life!… Read More...

Franklin Curtis While violinists may often portray angelic voices, this isn’t always the case. Consider Niccolo Paganini, the infamous Romantic era rock star who allegedly sold his soul to the devil! Or Satan himself when he takes on Johnny in “The Devil Went Down to Georgia.” Fortunately Johnny wins! In this week’s Fiction Fridays, I focus on my villain, violinist Franklin Curtis.… Read More...

Ahhh, Franklin… More on him in next week’s post! Check out his featured design on my Merch store! All purchases help fund the cost of labor, editing, cover designs, and marketing involved in publication. Help me write book 2 in the series! Merch Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

After all the excitement of launch, it has taken me a little while to reset, but it’s time to return to some of our favorite composers! Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) is the most well-known composer of the Baroque period, and one of the most famous composers of all time! He played many roles throughout his life, including composer, church organist, husband, and father to twenty children!… Read More...

It’s October!!! Are you in the mood for some spooky classical music? This week’s sponsor is my new Merch store on Zazzle!! Musician Character Shirts by RescotCreative “Bach” from the Grave Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

I was thrilled to have my family on the show to celebrate my new book, along with our amazing host Lindsey P. Brackett! Thanks to all of you who came and participated. I have been blown away by all of your love and support! For more information about our family music business, check out Uptown Violins!… Read More...

When I’ve asked people their favorite scene from the book, this one tops the charts! It also happens to be my favorite as well… Tonight, meet the real life Strings of Sisterhood! Click Here to attend on Facebook! My family, the real Strings of Sisterhood Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

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Historical or Contemporary Fiction? Classical or Pop Music? Traditional or Contemporary Worship? Conservative or Liberal? This debate is centuries old, and pops up in almost every field.Where do you fall on the spectrum? And is there room for a middle ground? Join me in celebrating book launch for A Change in Tune!… Read More...

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Do you want to be a performer or a teacher? Or both? The same applies to a scholar, a teacher, or both? Reading for next week: Chapter 5 text Chapter 5 Audio Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

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Have you ever wondered the difference? It’s not the instrument; it’s the way you play it. Check out this video to see how! Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

Have you ever thought about the intersection of the arts? Do they all stem from a common place? I was thrilled to philosophize about the nature of music with writer and podcaster John Biethan on his podcast What Has My Attention. I hope you enjoy it! Your host John Biethan, President of Heard Not Seen Media, Inc.… Read More...

Grab a coffee and join me for a chat! Episode sponsored by the kind brides and grooms who have hired strings this summer! Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

When the fiddler takes the stage… Chapter 3 Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

Grab a coffee or hot chocolate at the local Cafe Chocolat, the French bistro near Belton University! Chapter 2 Listening: Pachelbel’s Cannon in D (Baroque wedding piece) Comedic Rendition of Pachelbel’s Cannon in D: the 17th Century 1 hit wonder I couldn’t resist including this, even though as a violinist I still enjoy the song!… Read More...

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I’m so excited to share a sneak preview with you all of my upcoming release: A Change in Tune! I hope you like it, and I can’t wait to hear your feedback. Enjoy! Chapter 1 Featured Listening for this Chapter: Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D Major Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...

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Here is: A Change in the Winds: audio version. I apologize that I did not include the podcast version in my earlier post! Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Print … Read More...