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ATTENTION: STRING PLAYERS WHO WANT TO PLAY NON-CLASSICAL STYLES…
Finally… Fiddling, Jazz, Rock, Pop, Funk & More is Within Your Reach!
Imagine… Having the Time of Your Life Playing the Music You Love!
Join the Free Groove Challenge And Start Jamming Today!
Finally… Fiddling, Jazz, Rock, Pop, Funk & More is Within Your Reach!
Imagine… Having the Time of Your Life Playing the Music You Love!
Join the Free Groove Challenge And Start Jamming Today!
Want to Play Rock, Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop & More?
In this challenge you will get UNLIMITED ACCESS to Tracy Silverman's Strum Bowing Groove Academy for 30 Days
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THE CHALLENGE!
The Future of String Playing
You'll discover a wider palette of string playing that allows you to play the non-classical music you love on your string instrument.
- Lean how to play rock, jazz, fiddle, funk, hip hop and more on strings.
- Discover the Groovon, the smallest particle of the groove, which is the common thread of all grooves in all genres.
- Learn why mastering non-classical styles is one of the best decisions for your music and for your career.
Grooving On Strings
Dive into the rhythmic heart of the groove, and let your string instrument become your key to unlocking groove and rhythm in any genre.
- Explore essential techniques that unlock the potential of string instruments to groove in rock, blues, jazz, bluegrass, latin, reggae, and beyond.
- Uncover the secret to making every tune groove by learning how to use the rhythmic subdivision - the energy behind every unforgettable track.
- Understand how integrating groove into your playing can transform your approach to music, even classical music, making you a more versatile and sought-after musician.
The Secret To Great Rhythm
Unlock The Secret to Great Rhythm and revolutionize your approach to music, turning every performance into an irresistible rhythmic experience.
- Master the techniques that infuse your playing with a solid, infectious rhythm, regardless of genre.
- Learn about ghost notes and how this essential technique is so transformative in groove and non-classical playing.
- Discover how embracing diverse rhythmic patterns can elevate your musicality, making you a more dynamic, adaptable and more complete musician.
GPS For Strings
Navigate the rhythms of any song with ease using "GPS for Strings," also known as the Groove Proficiency System, your comprehensive guide to unlocking the groove within. It's your magic formula for navigating your way to any groove, in any style.
- Absorb the essence of any groove with our 4-step method: "Hum it, Strum it, Say it, Play it" - a transformative approach to internalizing rhythm.
- Develop the skill to hear and replicate the groove of any song, enhancing your musical ear and your ability to express rhythm on your string instrument.
- Transition seamlessly from hearing it in your head to expressing it on your instrument, bringing new life to your playing.
The Secret to the Chop
Discover "The Secret to the Chop," the key to infusing your string playing with dynamic percussive elements that mimic the backbeat of a snare drum or the pick noise of a guitar.
- Master the technique of the Chop to add a rhythmic punch to your playing, bringing the energy of a full band to your string instrument.
- Explore how to incorporate this powerful percussive technique into various musical styles, enhancing your versatility and expressiveness.
- Unlock the potential of your string instrument to act as both melody and rhythm section, transforming your approach to solo and ensemble performances.
MEET YOUR HOST
TRACY SILVERMAN
Tracy Silverman is a world-renowned violinist and composer, celebrated for his groundbreaking work in developing the six-string electric violin and his innovative approach to string playing. His Tiny Desk concert and Carnegie Hall appearances have made him a legend in the string community.
As a leading proponent of contemporary music, Silverman has collaborated with major orchestras and artists, including John Adams, Gustavo Dudamel and many others, pushing the boundaries of classical and modern music.
His educational contributions, particularly the Strum Bowing Method, have made significant impacts on string pedagogy, inspiring musicians worldwide to explore new genres and techniques.
The Strum Bowing Challenge guides you every step of the way!
It's time to stop wishing and TAKE ACTION!
It’s Time To Take The
STRUM BOWING GROOVE CHALLENGE!
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STRUM BOWING...
Dear fellow string player
Are you a classical player who wishes you could play the pop and contemporary music you love?
Sure, Beethoven, Bach & Brahms are wonderful, but how about the other B's?
Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars?
And what about Black Sabbath, B.B. King and Billie Holiday?
Or The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen and the Bee Gees?
There is a lot of great music out there besides what they taught me at Juilliard!
If you, like me, love playing your instrument you probably also love all kinds of music. Not just classical, but rock, jazz, fiddle and more.
But if someone asked you to play a jazz tune, you might have to say "I don't really know how to play jazz."
And it's intimidating to see TikToks and Instagram reels of incredible string players who have mastered those styles, but when you pick up your bow to try them, it doesn't sound (or feel) natural!
I know how that feels because I've been there myself!
I spent years figuring it out. I like to joke that it took me years to forget everything they taught me at Juilliard.
When all is said and done, you just want to have some fun on your instrument playing the music you enjoy listening to, music that is relevant to you and your friends and part of the musical culture that we live in, not just from hundreds of years ago.
Oh, and the icing on the cake would be if you could see results in as little as one week!
If this sounds at all like you, then I'd like to invite you to take...
The Strum Bowing Groove Challenge!
The Strum Bowing Groove Challenge makes it easy for you to learn a battle-tested technique that enables you to play groove-based music in all genres. Rock, Pop, Fiddle, Jazz, Hip-Hop, EDM, Latin, you name it!
If you want to finally be able to jam along with your favorite tunes, then join the challenge today!
Tracy Silverman
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Your Challenge Questions Answered!
What is the Strum Bowing Groove Challenge?
The Strum Bowing Groove Challenge is a free, comprehensive program designed to introduce musicians to the techniques of Strum Bowing, helping them expand their musical vocabulary across various styles like rock, jazz, and classical music. Led by Tracy Silverman, this challenge is structured to enhance your string playing skills through innovative methods.
Does it Matter When I start?
No, you can start at any time. Students are all at different lessons in the course, depending on when they started. We will guide you through the lessons, a few a week, but you are encouraged to keep moving forward as fast as you like--the more lessons you complete, the more likely you are to win the $20 Gift Certificates.
How do the prizes work in the Strum Bowing Challenge?
Throughout the Strum Bowing Challenge, we keep track of the number of lessons each participant completes. At the end of each week, we publish a leaderboard showcasing the progress of all participants involved. The top musician on the leaderboard — the one who has completed the most lessons — is awarded the gift certificate as recognition for their hard work and dedication. This system is designed to motivate you and encourage some friendly competition within the community, making the learning process even more exciting and rewarding. Prizes are intended to enable you to further enhance your musical journey, so stay tuned each week to see who's on top of the leaderboard and find out what you could win!
Who can participate in the Strum Bowing Challenge?
Musicians of all levels who play string instruments are welcome to join the Strum Bowing Groove Challenge. Whether you're a beginner looking to explore new playing styles or an experienced player aiming to refine your technique, this challenge has something for everyone.
Do I need a specific type of string instrument to participate?
No, the Strum Bowing Challenge is designed for all string instruments. While examples may focus on the violin, the techniques and principles can be applied to viola, cello, bass, and other bowed stringed instruments. Electrics and acoustics, if it has strings and a bow, you're good to go!
Do I need a subscription to participate in the Strum Bowing Groove Challenge?
Yes, participation in the Strum Bowing Challenge requires an active subscription to the Strum Bowing Groove Academy, which is $9 per month. However, when you sign up for the challenge, you'll receive a free 30-day trial of the subscription, giving you full access to the challenge and all the video courses, books, play-alongs in the Strum Bowing Groove Academy digital library. You can cancel your subscription at any time during the trial if you decide it's not for you, making it a risk-free opportunity to explore everything the Strum Bowing Groove Academy has to offer.