Episode 102 – Dr. Benjamin Whitcomb: Performer, Pedagogue, and Prolific Author

In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, we welcome the esteemed Dr. Benjamin Whitcomb, Professor of Cello and Music Theory at the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. Dr. Whitcomb shares insights from his extensive career as a performer, educator, and author. With accolades for his teaching, research, and service, Dr. Whitcomb offers a wealth of knowledge on effective practice techniques, musical interpretation, and the evolving world of string pedagogy.

Join us as we discuss his influential publications, including The Advancing String Player’s Handbook series and his work on cello and bass fingerings, as well as his more recent contributions like the Compendium of Chords and the Guide to Practicing the Popper Etudes. We also delve into his involvement with the American String Teachers Association and his initiatives at UW-Whitewater that enrich the musical and academic community.

Whether you’re a teacher, performer, or student, this conversation is packed with practical advice and inspiration from one of the field’s most dedicated advocates. Don’t miss this engaging and informative episode!

— Links to his books on Amazon —

The Advancing Cellist's Handbook: A Guide to Practicing and Playing the Cello https://amzn.to/3ERi8d1

Compendium of Chords for the Cello https://amzn.to/4mc2kT4

A Guide to Practicing David Popper’s ‘Hohe Schule’ Etudes  https://amzn.to/42LL3s4

Compendium of Chords for the Viola https://amzn.to/42Rtjvy

Compendium of Chords for the Violin  https://amzn.to/3EGIVsw

The Advancing Bassist's Handbook: A Guide to Practicing and Playing the Bass  https://amzn.to/4dhctty

— Audio CDs —

Bloch, Muczynski and Reger: 20th Century Music for Unaccompanied Cello https://amzn.to/3RRdi2n

J.S. Bach: Cello Suites 1, 3 & 5; D. Gabrielli: Ricercars 1, 3 & 5 https://amzn.to/44tS2XY

Bloch, Britten, Cassadó and Hindemith - Music for 20th Century Cello, Vol. 2 https://amzn.to/4iOJxKj

— LINKS —

www.YouHadMeAtCello.com

www.benjaminwhitcomb.com

www.youtube.com/channel/UC8vurOMoq-CfdZIEvmF6bnQ

https://www.facebook.com/CelloDoctorWhitcomb

https://www.instagram.com/cellodrwhitcomb/

https://twitter.com/CelloDrWhitcomb

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-whitcomb-8922a349/

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