Workshop/Clinic I:  "The Power of Strings"
Martha Mooke, Electric 5-string Violist/Composer/Progressive Recording Artist, presents a demo/concert of electric string instruments, electronics (effects processors, amps, other equipment), and new approaches to playing including extended techniques.  Participation by players and non-players alike is encouraged.   Individual or group coachings and masterclasses are also available. 

Note: This clinic can be geared towards students of any grade and ability, teachers who want to learn and work with these instruments and equipment, amateurs and professionals of any level and for non-musicians for an unique perspective in new music appreciation.

Workshop/Clinic II: "Zen and the Art of Conceptual Improvisation"

Follow Martha Mooke, Electric 5-string Violist/Composer/Progressive Recording Artist, through the underexplored territory of feeling and playing music from the inside out.   This session is just the thing for those who are inhibited about playing "off the page".    No need to worry about playing the "wrong" notes!  Bring your instruments and an open mind. 

Group or individual sessions available for all levels of players.  This is an opportunity for concert/symphonic players to express a creative instinct that they may not yet have explored.   Unique vehicle for players of all levels to begin the compositional process through improvisation.

Workshop/Clinic III: "Violas on the Verge"

Violists have risen from the inner voices of chamber and orchestral music to strut their stuff as cutting edge soloists, composers and improvisors.  Join some of the leading figures in the emancipation of the viola as they discuss careers, demonstrate their unique styles and offer insight into the next generation of viola players.  (click here if you or someone you know is a VIOLIST ON THE VERGE!!!)

Workshop/Clinic IV: "Playing with 5 (strings that is!)

From "E to C" or "A to F", electric or acoustic, Five-string viola pioneer Martha Mooke explores the seduction of the extra strings(s) and the emergence of a new repertoire playable by violinists and violists alike.

Workshop/Clinic V: "Writing for 21st Century Strings: New techniques, electronics and improvisation"
Description:  This is a unique opportunity for composers and string players to interact with Yamaha Artist/Clinician Martha Mooke as she discusses and demonstrates new techniques, integration of electronics and improvisation in the rapidly growing field of electric and alternative approaches to string playing.  

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Workshops and Clinics (selected listing):

Beijing 2008 International Congress on Women in Music

American String Teachers Association National Conference

Music Educators National Conference

NY State School Music Association Annual Conference

NJ String Teachers Conference/ASTA

Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic 

International Association of Jazz Educators Conference

Rockland County Music Teachers Association

Fresh Air Fund

Colleges & Universities (Hartt School of Music, Lehman College, SUNY Albany, Purchase College)

Elementary - High School (Ardsley H.S., Nyack Middle School, Chatham Schools, Morristown Middle School)