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Expertise
Hello, I am a NYC violinist performing for Broadway shows, symphony orchestras, opera, and sundry theatre/pop tours. I would be happy to answer your questions about anything related to being a performer in the music business. I play both violin and viola professionally, so questions on playing either instrument are welcome. The only thing I am not well informed on is information concerning instruments/bows...those questions are best left to luthiers.
Experience in the area
Professional experience includes a variety of on/off Broadway tours and shows, numerous orchestras, tours with Ray Charles and Ann Murray orchestras, leader of the 20-piece Todd Sullivan Orchestra.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Fine Arts (violin) with honors from Carnegie Mellon University (1999)
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| elizabeth | 11/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much! I am probably ..... |
| Violet | 10/19/09 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | Thank you very much for your help ..... |
| Elise | 10/13/09 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Todd's comment makes sense. Perhaps the answer ..... |
| Melissa | 10/05/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | What a quick response! I will definitely ..... |
| Bill | 10/05/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Todd, thanks. That's very helpful. Best Wishes ..... |
Recent Answers from Todd Sullivan
2009-11-19 teaching violin:
Elizabeth, Here is a link to a book you can use: http://www.amazon.com/Suzuki-Violinist-Teachers-Parents-International/dp/0874876 If you are going to continue teaching young students using this
2009-11-15 pursue music career.:
Yes, but you will absolutely need to get private lessons. Entrance to music school is highly competitive, and only an experienced violinist will be able to guide you correctly. In a few years, it will
2009-11-14 violin prices:
Yes, price is one of the important factors in the quality of a violin's tone, especially at the levels you mention. A $100-$200 violin is a factory-produced student model, whereas a violin at the $5,000
2009-10-29 2 questions:
Hi Emma, 1. I don't know of any pieces for tenor voice and violin, but all you need to do is find something you both would like to do and have it arranged. There are always composition students around
2009-10-18 Fret Tapes:
Hi Violet, If you are going to teach yourself - and it sounds like you are - I recommend learning to play by ear rather than trying to hit spots on the fingerboard. If the tapes are the slightest fraction
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