https://youtu.be/zD4nkh9S_Rw This week I transcribed one of Tim Kliphuis’ versions of It Had to Be You completely by ear both his way of playing and phrasing the theme and his improvisation and use of lines and licks. I worked through it section by section, first at 50% speed, then 75%, and finally at the original 100% tempo, simply listening and playing along. I notice that this process is getting faster and more natural every time. The ear starts recognising faster and faster phrases, accents, note choices and jazz vocabulary more and more quickly. I can only recommend to do this, transcribe, transcribe, transcribe by ear 🌞

Do you think it's possible to really improvise in the moment? Look at my opinion in the video AND Tell me in the comments!👇 Penses-tu que c'est possible d'être Dans la vraie improvisation? Regarde ce que j'en pense Dans la vidéo et réponds en commentaire!👇

For VIP members : During this special joint session, we will combine ghost notes, rhythm and violin technique through Ludovico Einaudi’s Experience. Ann and Mathilde will both be present from beginning to end, with their coaching fully coordinated throughout the session. 🕘 Join us on August 10, from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.! 🎻 10 août — une Double Clinic unique et exceptionnelle avec Ann & Mathilde ! Pour les membres VIP : Lors de cette séance spéciale donnée ensemble, nous combinerons ghost notes, rythme et technique du violon à travers Experience de Ludovico Einaudi. Ann et Mathilde seront toutes les deux présentes du début à la fin, avec un coaching entièrement coordonné tout au long de la séance. 🕘 Bienvenue le 10 août, de 21 h à 22 h 30 !

How do you go about learning a new tune on your own? Do you read first, listen first, arpeggiate first? impro first? What would be the best way?