Aron F
Instruments: Piano, Violin
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Folk, Opera, Latin, Salsa, Bossa Nova, Avant-garde
Aron F
Instruments: Piano, Violin
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Folk, Opera, Latin, Salsa, Bossa Nova, Avant-garde
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 5-80
2-12 Artist Research Residency: Cite internationale des arts (2022-23)
Second prize (2nd prize) in composition: American Conservatory of Fontainebleau (2022)
Harriet Hale Woolley Scholarship: Foundation of the United States (2021-22)
Jacobs School of Music Deans Music Scholarship (Indiana University)
Bernhard Heiden Music Composition Scholarship (Indiana University)
I am a classically-trained violinist and composer, with a passion for teaching music to children and adults of all ages and levels. I received my Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from Indiana University, and subsequently received a scholarship to continue my studies in Paris. Over the years, I have contributed to several non-profit and El Sistema-inspired music programs, in both North and South America. My first teaching job was in Colombia, where I taught violin and directed youth orchestras, and I have gone on to teaching a wide range of music classes in Chile, Brazil, New York City, Paris, and in Austin, Texas. I believe strongly in establishing music programs in public school settings, and in the power of a high quality music education.
I began studying the violin at age seven, and shortly thereafter began composing music and studying music theory. I then studied at the Indiana University – Jacobs School of Music, where I studied composition with Claude Baker and Sven-David Sandström, and violin with Federico Agostini. My music ranges from classical, Latin-influenced, to electronic. After graduating, I taught music in South America for over a year. Living in Colombia, I served as a Teaching Artist for La Fundación Nacional Batuta, the ‘National Baton Foundation.’ Batuta supports underprivileged Colombian youth by providing them access to free music education. During my time in Colombia I also volunteered as a Digital Arts Instructor at a Creative Arts Center and wrote an album of music inspired by my new surroundings. I believe music, and other art forms, connect us to something far greater than ourselves. As an educator, I approach each and every student I teach holistically, and enable them to make these deep connections through the music. Creating positive change in the lives of others through teaching is an integral part of my professional work. I follow my passions in life with a strong sense of purpose, and strive to serve others while pursuing them each and every day. In the rapidly changing world we live in, I believe that our professional, personal, emotional, and spiritual growth is intrinsically connected to music, and to how we impact positive change in the lives of others.
For beginning students who are children, I typically start with the Suzuki Method. I introduce the student to basic instrumental technique on their chosen instrument, whether it be violin or piano. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level.
As an educator, my role is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for students to learn and grow. It is important for learning to take place in such an environment so that students are not only free to be themselves, but free to make mistakes. This way, mistakes happen in a safe, forgiving environment where students can learn from them before they have to learn those lessons in the real world. It is of upmost importance that educators prepare students to be highfunctioning members of society when they leave the sheltered environment of school, regardless of what their roles or vocations may be. The biggest gift we can give our students is an education that is student-centered. In order for students to learn, they must be involved in their own education and have a say in what they are learning and how they learn and demonstrate that learning. The best learning happens when it is cooperative and collaborative in nature, letting students learn from each other and become more actively engaged in their learning. I take into account my students’ interests and learning styles as I teach, as well as provide students with multiple means of demonstrating their learning. As a teacher, my goal is to be a facilitator of learning and a mediator of discourse rather than simply telling students what I want them to know. I think I can learn just as much from my students as they can learn from me, so I want to make sure to show them as much respect as they give me, by allowing for a free flow of students’ ideas and interpretations. I do this by allowing students some input in choosing the music that they perform, as well as specific content they want to learn. Music can drive certain emotions and a certain piece can mean something different to each person. I want to validate my students and their feelings about a piece by allowing them to share their personal connections so that students are able to combine their various experiences to create a deeper and broader interpretation of a piece.
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