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Breaking Strings

Breaking Strings

Written by: Peter Pakhomkin
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 Created by award-winning classical guitarist, Peter Pakhomkin, this podcast features thought-provoking discussions with a variety of creatives. In each episode, we delve deep into the insights and strategies of our guests as they discuss their unique perspectives on the challenges of the arts industry.Peter Pakhomkin Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
Episodes
  • Building Your Practice Routine

    Building Your Practice Routine
    Jul 31 2023

    This is a solo episode where I talk about four essential components that are often overlooked by musicians when they put all of their attention on practicing their repertoire. I go into detail about the differences between warm-ups and technical exercises. I also mention the importance of being a great sight-reader and using comparative listening to develop your most important asset, your ears!

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    15 mins
  • Virtuosity as a Habit

    Virtuosity as a Habit
    Jul 29 2023

    In this solo episode, I talk about the importance of playing very lightly with minimal tension for musicians. This is what will ultimately make you a virtuoso performer. I also share a my converse learning method for getting rid of recurring bad habits in your technique.

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    9 mins
  • A Symphony for the Self-Taught

    A Symphony for the Self-Taught
    Jul 25 2023

    Breaking Strings is back this week and we're talking about the benefits and drawbacks of being a self-taught musician. It's such a stigma in the classical arts realm to avoid the formal training route. I thought I would chime in with my thoughts since I come from both the background of being self-taught and formal classical training.

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    18 mins
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