Strings: Cellist Julian Schwarz on the Whimsical Passion of Lalo’s Concerto in D Minor
The work is brilliantly written from a cellistic perspective, as it showcases the deepest register as well as the brightest. It is idiomatic, and fits well in the hand—most likely due to the fact that Lalo was himself both a cellist and violinist.
21CM: Surviving the First Decade
The odds of getting an ensemble off the ground can feel like those of launching a new restaurant. Most groups disband within a few short years for reasons that are often similar: Establishing a name in an already crowded market is tough, and the administrative burdens that come with it can make even the most organized group want to crawl into a hole. As the Israeli Chamber Project prepares to celebrate its tenth anniversary, we look back at what brought us here, at the challenges we faced and the lessons we learned along the way.
Blogcritics: Concert Review - Israeli Chamber Project (NYC, 8 April 2017)
Mozart, Richard Strauss, and 20th-century composer Jean Françaix were on the menu Friday night at the Baruch Performing Arts Center as three members of the Israeli Chamber Project and guest violist Paul Neubauer served a repast of virtuosity and variety.
Violin Channel Guest Blog: Cellist Julian Schwarz - ‘The Art of Playing in a Duo’
In a VC-exclusive blog, American cellist Julian Schwarz talks us through the importance of finding that special someone to share your music-making experiences with.
Strings Artist Blog: Cellist Julian Schwarz Discusses Is Talent Inherited?
It is true, that there are moments in music when one cannot simply deny the existence of something special––something undeniable, and sometimes inexplicable. And there was a certain moment in [cellist, Julian Schwarz's] life when the case for inherited musicality made an extremely compelling case.
Violin Channel: Julian Schwarz Guest Blogs about Schoenfeld International String Competition
With the 2016 Schoenfeld International String Competition underway this week in Harbin, China, VC recently caught up with a number of former prize winners to get a better understanding of their time at the competition – and the career-changing opportunities the biennial event has presented. 2013 Cello Division 1st prize winner, Julian Schwarz guest blogs about his eventful experience:
Strings Artist Blog: Julian Schwarz on “Your Cello Sounds Great!”
The old Heifetz story goes that the master would be told frequently after concerts, “Maestro, your Stradivari sounds incredible.” In response, he would open up his case, bring his violin to his ear, shrug, and quip, “I don’t hear anything!” Though this comedic response has become a joke among many prominent soloists, the reality remains the same—there is a fundamental misunderstanding among musicians and music lovers alike as to what produces sound and, by extension, what is to be lauded.
Strings Artist Blog: Julian Schwarz: I Play the Cello. Should my Teacher?
Since I was a child, I have studied cello with cellists. Makes sense, right? A cello teacher knows how to best hold a cello and a cello bow, place his or her fingers on the fingerboard, play in thumb position . . . the list goes on and on. The technical expertise of a cello teacher is undeniable, but what about the music?
Strings Artist Blog: Cellist Julian Schwarz on Destiny—Tied with a Bow
For a string player, a great instrument is only half the equipment battle. A phenomenal bow is the other half, providing finesse, tone, and various articulations.