Author Archives: miriamtroxler

About miriamtroxler

Miriam Troxler resides in Beaver, Pa, where she runs a private music studio. After graduation from Chatham University, she toured in Europe with the Continental Singers Orchestra as principal cellist. A long time member of Greenville Symphony Orchestra, she is also the founder and musical director of CelloBrationS. Miriam enjoys composing and arranging with several published pieces to date.

Music Camp

Posted on April 25, 2012 by miriamtroxler

Music Camp will take place at Trinity Church from June 11- 15. The theme this year is “Vacation Adventure.” Camp Flyer 2012 For more information, call Lorinda Troxler 724-774-0750.

Posted in music camp | Tagged bass, basson, cello, clarinet, flute, french horn, music education, percussion, piano, piccalo, sax, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin | Leave a comment

Eight pitches, Ten possible fingerings

Posted on April 19, 2012 by miriamtroxler

Vivaldi’s Concerto in G Minor for two cellos is one of the works for Concerto Workshop this year. I have been looking at it with fresh eyes. In the first movement, both solo parts begin with the same two measures. … Continue reading →

Posted in cello duets, concerto workshop, question corner, teaching | Tagged cello, cello duet, concerto, concerto workshop, fingerings, music education, music lessons, Vivaldi, workshop | Leave a comment

At the Beach, Presque Isle

Posted on April 14, 2012 by miriamtroxler

Last Friday we went to Presque Isle. It was a little chilly, but a great day overall. The park was fairly empty of people. Animals on the other hand … In our initial drive through the park, we saw a … Continue reading →

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Save the Date, May 19

Posted on April 9, 2012 by miriamtroxler

May 19th at 2:00 PM is Sara’s Senior Recital. It will be held in the parish hall of Trinity Church in Beaver. Sara will play Bach and Vivaldi. She will be joined by CelloBrationS for part of the program.

Posted in cellobrations, recital | Tagged cello duet, cello music, cello quartet, cellobrations, recital, senior recital | Leave a comment

Phipps Spring Flower Show

Posted on March 31, 2012 by miriamtroxler

Phipps Spring Flower Show is a highlight of gardens around the world. Without leaving Pittsburgh, we were able to visit the Polynesian Islands, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, India, and France. Spring is blooming everywhere.

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Photography Exhibit

Posted on March 28, 2012 by miriamtroxler

The photography exhibit opened at Fellows Riverside Gardens over the weekend. We had a good time looking at the art, as well as the flowers and wildlife in the garden.

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Punxsutawney Phil

Posted on March 20, 2012 by miriamtroxler

Saturday, we were in Punxsutawney, PA. According to tradition, on February 2nd, Punxsutawney Phil appears to forecast the weather. If Phil sees his shadow, there are six more weeks of winter. If Phil does not see his shadow, spring is … Continue reading →

Posted in photography | Tagged groundhog, pa, punxsutawney, punxsutawney phil, travel, weather capital | 1 Comment

2012 Point Contest Results

Posted on March 12, 2012 by miriamtroxler

Strings A Natalia 461 Elizabeth 80 Miah 54 Strings B Conner 125 Ethan 92 Joe 82 Strings C Jonathan 208 Riley 198 Christopher 166 Strings D Kate 313 Christian 244 Megan 240 Strings E Richard 248 Eden 229 Ashley 107 … Continue reading →