The most effective way to work on orchestral repertoire is with a full orchestra. But let’s be honest: most of the time, you’re preparing on your own. And sometimes, you end up missing most of the context, or finding creative solutions to real problems. Explore the most innovative tools available

When practicing at home, is it better to study orchestral excerpts with your headphones or with speakers? Let’s explore the pros and cons and find the best solution for you If you have downloaded the Maponos app and have started trying out the free excerpts, you may have already noticed

Maponos most innovative feature is binaural audio. It allows you to practice an orchestral excerpt as if you were sitting on your orchestra seat, with the addition of excellent audio quality and precise sound perspective. But there is more in Maponos. We believe that everyone must be able to choose

Just like a clock, an orchestra operates effectively when all its components work in unison. Each gear, on its own, cannot move any hands. Yet, if even one piece malfunctions, the hands halt or slow down. The same happens with an orchestra.   An outstanding orchestral performance is the result

The life of a classical musician is marked by hundreds, sometimes thousands of orchestral excerpts. They range from basic to complex and daring pages, like those requested for an important audition, or for a position in an orchestra. Studying an orchestral excerpt is both a challenge and a new beginning.

An audition for a national orchestra. The final exam at the Music Academy. A personal challenge with your instrument. The pure pleasure of playing. No matter the reason you have to studying an orchestral excerpt, it will always require concentration, time, dedication. In an ideal world, that is. Because in