Dive deep and get jazzed about your playing: a chat with violinist and educator Christian Howes

Join Laurel Thomsen and special guest artist and educator, Christian Howes, for a discussion on fostering creativity, the three key factors to consider for great improvisation chops, how creating set parameters for improvisation can open a world of possibilities, and how diving deep into the structures and processes of music can help you get "pumped up" about playing, whether you play Jazz, classical, or bluegrass. Check out Christian's albums, online Creative Strings Academy, workshops, and tour dates, at www.christianhowes.com You can also, find him on Facebook, YouTube, and on Twitter. To learn more about Laurel and her performing, teaching, and writing, please visit www.laurelthomsen.com To check out photos, musings, video links, and get updates about Laurel's educational materials and performances, visit "Laurel Thomsen Music" on Facebook and share your support with a "Like". Want to offer a comment or have a question answered on the podcast? Post to Laurel's Facebook wall or send an email to [email protected]