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Written for the violinist who longs to leave the confines of the written page, Improvising Violin is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of successful string improvisation. With clear, step-by-step explanations and instructions, acclaimed teacher and performer Lieberman breaks down all of the components necessary to master improvisation in jazz, blues, swing, folk, rock and new age styles, offering dozens of helpful tips on theory and technique along the way. Preface by Darol Anger.
NOTE: Even if you play viola or cello, this book is chock full of techniques and exercises you can apply to your own development!
Lieberman's book contains a wealth of information and is a gem of organization.
—AMERICAN MUSIC TEACHER
For the fiddler who doesn't like to stay with the notes, Julie Lyonn Lieberman has put together what seems like the ultimate collection of information about improvisation on the violin.
—SUBURBIA TODAY, GANNET
A comprehensive examination of violin improvisation styles in blues, swing, jazz, rock and fusion.
—DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE
I want to thank you for the special contribution you made to a very successful workshop. I especially appreciated the excellent performance you did on Sunday evening. Just great! Bravo and Brava!! I particularly appreciate your knowledge of musical styles from around the globe, your ability to demonstrate them authentically, and your effectiveness in sharing them with an audience. The presentations on Monday were excellent as well, with meaningful handouts and good connections with the participants. Thank you for a great kick-off for the week!
– Dorothy Straub, Director, Eastern Strings Workshop at Villanova
Her words were as wise as her teaching style was warm, with plentiful laughter and insights that kept the mood light and productive …
– Greg Olwell, Editor, STRINGS MAGAZINE
Julie Lyonn Lieberman can help you incorporate new approaches into your curriculum better than anyone I know.
– Roberta Guaspari Tzavaras, Artistic Director, Opus 118, Harlem Center for Strings
My students have learned so much from your residency at our school. Thank you for opening their ears and minds to the music of the world!
– Beth Hankins, The Lakewood Project, Lakewood, Ohio
Julie, this Facebook is a miracle, because, of musical pedagogues, you are a Titaness, and I can’t believe I am speaking to someone of such talent who has authored books and thoughts that have guided me so profoundly in my entire life outlook … not just musically.
-Carol Osborne Carriere