Itzhak Perlman on Vibrato

[mrgarner]

I feel like you are speaking directly to me in your videos.  To think an accomplished violinist such as yourself takes the time to post videos to help others.  I am in awe of you.  I am a senior who has just retired and have taken up the violin.  The violin is an instrument where you can create a ballet even if you can't dance.  I thank you sir for helping others with your expertise.

[danielleeastmond]

Wow!  It is very heartening to see someone of your stature being so generous and kind with your time and wisdom. You are not only a great violinist and teacher, but you are also a great human being.  Thank you.

[barbaraweselakfranch]

I like very much video of Maestro Itzhak Perlman my favorite violinist 🎻🌹

[cmwen]

I was listening to one of Perlman's music on my ipod then I switched to YouTube to listen to it, BUT THEN I found this Perlman teaching me music? Me?? I feel like I am privileged!!! I cannot believe that I can have access to SUCH knowledge so easily and for Thank MERCI!!!

[OrlandoAponte]

This master doesn't have to share his tips with us, but he does. What a great guy

[dylanzwick]

"I personally find that vibrato is the most underused tool for music making."

Spoken like a true romantic!

[schuylerwalling]

What an amazing gift these videos are! Thank you Mr. Perlman.

[Swampster]

This is a lesson that everyone that plays a stringed instrument - and not just the violin - should learn. Vibrato is a wonderful form of expression. On a violin the vibrato may be a movement that it in line with the strings, on a classical guitar it is the same, on an electric guitar typically the strings are moved sideways but the idea is the same. It's a fantastic tool to add character to whatever you're playing.


Play with passion and enjoy.


Thank you Itzhak for the lesson!

[wildfeather]

Inspired by your rendition of Thais' Meditation I am beginning the violin at age sixty four. As a singer songwriter for many years with the guitar I feel that the violin opens up a whole new world of expression. I love this instrument! I just want you to know how deeply touched I feel by what you bring to music and I pray the the Lord will give you the strength and peace you need to continue many years touching and blessing lives as you have mine. Hope to see you in Schenectady in March.

[utopiandesign]

Mr. Perlman, once again, touché on a technical and artistic tool that all musicians should put to exercise (including singers) :^) As you so well know there is too often a mismatch of the vibrato to the character of the music. Thank you sir for the musical tools that keep it fresh to the ear as it is written, "Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise."

[carlosecabezas]

Thank you Mr. Perlman. You know that many of people will improve their playing just by listen and follow your tips on videos. Your knowledge is a gift from God thank you for share it. God bless you!!

Greetings from a Colombian violinist in Topeka, Kansas.

[ohlalaale]

Mr Perlman...it feels so great, both to see and hear you play. It´s magic how it goes right through your heart. Then also...when hearing you play, I just wanna sell my violin on ebay. It´s just a piece of wood in my hands.

[jamesrockford]

You are the best.. Thank you for your musical contributions.

[lindamorgan]

Thanks you Mr Perlman one of these days I will learn to do vibrato. BTW you have the sweetest smile it makes me smile all the time inside and out. Thanks for that also

[UlaTinsley]

Thank you for sharing/ teaching online... I admire your work so much! You are a truly blessed and gifted violinist! Huge respect, Mr. Perlman. Shalom

[analfreitas]

I'm such a huge fan Mr. Perlman!!! Best wishes from Brazil.

[bjoefm]

Thank you for taking the time to make a informative upload. I have been a working musician for over 40 years and have recently taken up the violin, ironically I never looked at the violin as a instrument that would suit me, as a younger man, I have found it to be a refreshingly rewarding instrument capable of giving me more expression than my own instrument of career, I can certainly see how a man can make it a life and choice career more rewarding than a person could perceive, I will certainly keep vigil on your uploads, again thanks very much

[rayoll]

I play guitar and this applies beautifully. thank you sir..

[SpringHuang]

grateful and delighted to see this video of Perlman himself teaching :D

[trb]

What a joy to stumble upon this...to be able to have even a small piece of advice from such a world-class violinist is amazing!!! Thank you!