Abigail M  
Instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola
Styles: Classical

I began teaching private students in high school, and have been consistently teaching students in my studio for the past five years. Many of my students have gone on to be very successful in youth orchestras, school programs, and music conservatories. During my senior year at university, I had the opportunity to serve as a faculty member for my university's pre-college music program. In this role, I represented the university by providing musical instruction to young upper string students. I also served as a tutor for my university's music theory classes, giving instructions and guidance to my fellow students.

Over my years of teaching, I have developed my own method for beginning students that caters to the individual student's needs and learning styles. Once the student has grasped the basic fundamentals, I start to introduce solo repertoire appropriate to their level, as well as focusing on learning proper technique. I believe that a very important part of my role as teacher is to guide the student on the route that they want to go. For example, if their focus is succeeding in auditions and in an orchestral setting, I will organize the lessons with that goal in mind. Likewise, if the student simply wants to learn for the joy of playing, without the pressure and stress of competition, the lessons will go accordingly.