Introducing the Violin Technique method
Comprised of 20 lessons from Professor Michael Frischenschlager
Certainly! Learning the violin through YouTube can be a valuable and accessible resource, offering tutorials on fundamental techniques, scales, and repertoire. Consistent practice and supplementary learning from various resources can enhance your overall experience. Additionally, for a more personalised and guided learning journey, you may also consider taking lessons from a qualified violin teacher.
Never before has there been such a large undertaking to preserve the Viennese Classic Violin technique. This is however more than a legacy project; it is an educational tool. I aim to ensure that learning the violin is accessible to everyone, regardless of their background.
I teach online and in-person in Vienna! Otherwise you can refer to your local university; most music universities or colleges have a list of teachers who are happy to teach privately.
Leopold Mozart originally founded the Viennese Violin Technique in 1756. Through the years it has maintained its reputation and value. Michael Frischenschlager taught the Viennese technique method during his long career at the University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna. Subsequently, Christina Duncan went on to film the series – which was the first in-depth film documentation of the Viennese violin technique.
It is my great pleasure to introduce the online ‘Classic Violin Technique’ video series written and produced by Christina Duncan. I was elated to see the creation of this wonderful series brought to life in the majestic Schönbrunn palace; it was a true privilege to witness my Classical Violin Technique book being so masterfully adapted into short videos.
The videos are accurate representations of my teaching methods and exercises and I wholeheartedly recommend them to the viewers! We are extremely excited to be able to share this education tool with the next generation of young, aspiring violinists. Thank you to Christina Duncan and the whole team for making this possible!
Michael Frischenschlager
Prof.em. DDr.h.c. Michael Frischenschlager
Chancellor Emeritus of the University of Music Performing Arts Vienna
President Emeritus of the International Fritz Kreisler Competition.
About
Canadian violinist Christina Duncan likes making people happy through music. She enjoys giving concerts and creating music for special events.
She has performed in concert halls such as: Vienna Musikverein, Palace Schönbrunn Theater and Konzerthaus Linz. Her festival performances include: International Festival Orpheus, Vienna. Festival Bled, Slovenia. Mozarteum Summer Academy, Salzburg.
Ms. Duncan is currently directing the film adaptation of the book `Classical Violin Technique, a Certain Path to Technical Perfection` by Prof. Michael Frischenschlager.
As a way of sharing her musical journey Christina created music vlogs. The vlogs include classical pieces, Disney covers filmed with aerial drones and coincidentally christmas caroling with Team Canada Hockey Juniors 2020.
A desire to advocate for classical music and music education led her to minor in Music Entrepreneurship at McGill University and obtain a Masters in Cultural Management Masters at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna.
Ms. Duncan is a student of Prof. Micheal Frischenschlager and is pursuing a Masters at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. She holds a Bachelor of Music from McGill University, class of Alex Read and Prof. Denise Lupien.
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