Heather Hawken

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Hi, I'm Heather! I’m a freelance viola player, UK based and I mainly put out chatty “how to” style videos on all kinds of stuff that comes up as a profession...

Latest Videos

I have an announcement It’s not bad! But we need to talk…

Let's talk FINANCES... How I manage my MONEY

Freelance Jobs for Musicians

Money saving tips for musicians

How to Manage Nerves & Performance Anxiety

Is there a place for classical musicians in popelectric bands Where to start

Protecting Your Mental Health & Owning Your Time

Musician Equipment Items worth the investment

How to Practice a Piece of Music When You're Burnt Out

How to Get Out of a Musical Rut Practical practice tips

How to Start Your Music Career From the Very Beginning

10 things that WILL make you a better musician That have nothing to do with your instrument

Answering Google's Most Asked Musician Edition

Classical Concerts What to wear, who's who & when to clap!

Taking Care of Your Instrument Violins, violas & cellos

Jobs as a musician The pros and cons

Pro-musician reacts Lewis Capaldi's cancelled shows

Is Being A Musician Even Worth It

Tips To Improve Your Practice (why your practice sucks)

Realities of Being a Private Music Teacher

PROS & CONS OF MUSIC TEACHING

MOST MUSICIANS NEVER REALISE THIS

WHEN IT JUST WON'T HAPPEN - Coping with Failed Practice Sessions

MY GIG HORROR STORIES

WHY IS PLAYING THE VIOLAVIOLIN SO HARD

HOW TO NETWORK WITH OTHER MUSICIANS

6 STAGES OF BEING A PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN

VIOLIN VS VIOLA - What's the difference

KNOWING THIS CHANGED MY CAREER

BOOKING A WEDDING STRING QUARTET What you need to know...