As I discussed in my first violin post, I started ABRSM Grade 1 in November 2025 . I discussed in this post how I went from ABRSM Grade 1, to Grade 2, back to Grade 1 . Oh yeah also in that post I said how I was learning: Ecossaise in G Halleluyah Climb Ev’ry Mountain The fourth and final piece that I started learning was: Black Cat Rag Oh, remember ...
Just over three weeks ago, at the end of May, I bought a book, as directed by him. So, it’s a concertino, which is a short, compact concerto. Now, what’s that, you may be wondering… Well, it’s a classical music composition that features a solo instrument (such as a piano or violin) accompanied by a full orchestra. The concert ...
At 39 years old, with just over 100 total hours of ballet training under my belt, I have a confession to make. I want to take the RAD Solo Seal. There. I’ve said it!. If you know anything about the Royal Academy of Dance’s highest vocational award, you’ll probably have one of two reactions. Either: What an inspiring ambition! Or: Has ...
