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— COURSES & MASTERCLASSES

Master the violin.
From first études to
orchestral auditions.

Structured online video courses, guided repertoire masterclasses, and intensive audition preparation taught by Philadelphia Orchestra violinist Richard Amoroso.
  • Self-paced video lessons with score annotations
  • Video Exchange® personalized video critiques
  • Bi-monthly live Zoom masterclasses & coaching

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— FLAGSHIP AUDITION PROGRAM

Essential Excerpts:
The Complete Audition Masterclass

The exact curriculum Richard Amoroso uses to train concertmasters, section violinists, and conservatory audition finalists. Learn the precise nuances audition committees listen for in the first 60 seconds behind the screen.
  • Beethoven, Brahms, Strauss, Mozart, Schumann & Mendelssohn excerpt breakdowns
  • High-resolution downloadable annotated bowings and fingerings
  • Mock audition rounds with blind judging criteria & feedback
  • Bi-monthly live interactive Zoom masterclass with Richard
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— ALL COURSES & TRACKS

Curriculum for every stage.

Structured study pathways designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional violinists.

AUDITION PREPARATION · 8 WEEKS

The Orchestral Audition Blueprint

Step-by-step framework for winning professional orchestra auditions. Master behind-the-screen psychology, tempo stabilization, rhythm precision, and dynamic projection.

12 Modules · 36 Lessons · Score Parts

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TECHNIQUE & FUNDAMENTALS · SELF-PACED

Left-Hand Mastery: Agility & Intonation

Eliminate left-hand tension and build effortless finger articulation, shifting mechanics, and pitch discernment in high positions with slow-motion analysis.

8 Modules · 28 Lessons · Exercise PDFs

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TONE PRODUCTION · STROKE MECHANICS

The Art of the Bow: Tone & Articulation

From martelé and spiccato to sautillé and cantabile. Learn the Philadelphia Orchestra sound secret: weight distribution, bow speed, and sounding point control.

10 Modules · 32 Lessons · Étude Guides

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ONLINE MENTORSHIP · VIDEO EXCHANGE®

Interactive Violin School

Study Richard’s comprehensive video curriculum anytime. Submit your practice videos and receive personalized video feedback critiques directly from Richard.

100+ Lessons · Video Exchanges · Library

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CONSERVATORY & UNIVERSITY PREP

Institute for College Readiness Intensive

A dedicated mentorship pathway targeting Oberlin, Indiana, Eastman, Berklee, and Richmond. Repertoire selection, prescreening video production, and mock audition panels.

Personal Mentorship · Audition Coaching

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VIRTUOSO ÉTUDES · MASTERCLASS SERIES

Paganini & Kreutzer Étude Masterclass

Deconstruct the 42 Kreutzer Études and select Paganini Caprices. Learn how to transform technical challenges into musical and expressive mastery.

14 Masterclasses · Annotated Editions

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— LEARNING METHODOLOGY

How studying with Richard works.

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HD Video Curriculum

Watch multi-angle video lessons breaking down fingerings, bowing mechanics, and musical phrasing in crystal-clear granular detail.

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Annotated Scores & Audio

Download Richard’s personal orchestra parts with his exact markings, bowings, fingerings, and performance practice notes.

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Video Exchange® Critiques

Record your excerpt or étude, upload it to the studio platform, and receive a customized video critique detailing what to adjust.

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Live Interactive Masterclasses

Join bi-monthly live Zoom sessions with Richard, participate in live Q&As, and benefit from peer coaching in an encouraging environment.

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