VSM: Music Experts

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/robert/clementi-sonatina-1/ - In this video, Robert gives you a lesson on the first movement of the popular Clementi's Sonatina No. 1.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/william/paul-kantor/ - In this video from one of Prof. Fitzpatrick's video series, William interviews Paul Kantor, the Sally Shepherd Perkins Professor of Violin at the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/william/learning-memorizing-redo/ - In this new video, Prof. Fitzpatrick clarifies a key concept in violin learning.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/robert/the-number-1-most-overlooked-p/ - Most pianists focus entirely on how they press the keys down, but how you lift your fingers and release the sustain pedal is just as critical for tone and stylistic authenticity. In this lesson, Robert Estrin demonstrates how releasing notes slowly creates a lingering, poetic fade, out in Chopin, while an abrupt, clean release captures the rhythmic plectrum like clarity of Bach and the Baroque era.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/robert/note-release/ - In this video, Robert shares the number one technique that is often overlooked on the piano.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/robert/mozart-vs-chopin/ - In this video, Robert discusses the differences between Mozart and Chopin from a piano-playing perspective.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/william/cornelia-heard/ - In this video from one of Prof. Fitzpatrick's video series, William interviews Cornelia L. Heard, an exceptional violin professor who has been a pupil of Ms. DeLay at the Juilliard School of New York, with a wealth of experience to share.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/robert/do-some-people-not-have-to-pra/ - Ever met a musician who claims they "never practice" yet plays complex masterpieces flawlessly? In this video, veteran pianist Robert Estrin exposes one of the classical music world's dirtiest secrets: the myth of the non-practicing genius. Featuring stories of prodigy Evgeny Kissin, competitive Juilliard students, and a jaw-dropping fake "sight-reading" scam, Robert reveals why elite performance always requires hard work, and why you should be proud of your practice hours.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/robert/left-hand/ - In this video, Robert talks about how to deal with your left hand in piano playing.

https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/william/bruce-dukov/ - In this video from one of Prof. Fitzpatrick's video series, William interviews Bruce Dukov, another inspiring violinist who has recorded over 1850 feature motion picture soundtracks, and gives great advice to anyone who wants to start a career in movie recording studios.