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Kiana June Weber, Violinist & Performer
Interviews

A Library of Technique: An Interview with Kiana June Weber

Shar Music’s own Shruthi Kattumenu sat down for an in-person interview with Kiana June Weber to pick her brain about what it’s like to tour, her history with Shar Music® as a member of Young Strings of America, and how she sees opportunities in string music growing and changing in the future.
Country Roads, Take Us Home: An Interview with The Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic
Interviews

Country Roads, Take Us Home: An Interview with The Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic

After a rousing set at the Saline Celtic Festival, two of the Fiddlers—Cellist Cami Casedy and violinist and Artistic Director Sarah Vaujin—joined me for an interview to ask them about their experiences as players, what they find rewarding about traveling as musicians, and what the future holds for them.
Are Vegan Violins the Way of the Future?
Educational Corner

Are Vegan Violins the Way of the Future?

What options exist for string players who want to expand their appreciation of animals and the planet into a conscious choice when they pick up a violin?
A violin at a wedding, ready to play
Fun & Entertainment

Dearly Beloved: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Playing for Weddings

Have you ever wondered what playing a wedding is like for the musicians themselves? In this article, we interviewed several gigging musicians on their experiences to give you a behind-the-scenes look at Wedding Season.
Neume Chronicles: Unveiling the Hidden Truths of Sheet Music
Educational Corner

Neume Chronicles: Unveiling the Hidden Truths of Sheet Music

Where did the idea for sheet music come from? How were songs taught to singers and musicians in the days before the printing press? Who catalogued music to begin with? The answers lie in the cloistered stone walls of a monastery in Tuscany, Italy all the way back in 1025.
Aaron Dworkin's "The Melody of Parents"
Poetjournalist-in-Residence

Aaron Dworkin's "The Melody of Parents"

A heartfelt tribute that's sure to resonate with readers who have experienced the beauty of a parent's melody.
Five LGBTQ Composers to Add to Your Essential Repertoire
Pop Culture & Lifestyle

Five LGBTQ Composers to Add to Your Essential Repertoire

Join us in celebration of Pride Month as we reflect on the legacy of strength and creativity that these five trailblazing composers have given the classical music community. 
Aaron Dworkin, Poetjournalist in Residence
Poetjournalist-in-Residence

Aaron Dworkin, Poetjournalist in Residence

Shar Music is delighted to announce our first ever official Poetjournalist in Residence, Aaron Dworkin! This Emmy award-winning writer and educator will work with us to create, record, and share a total of 12 original poems throughout his residency, which will directly connect with Shar Music's broader musical mission.
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