Violin Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Violin

While attending BYU, I conducted the BYU University Orchestra, BYU University String Orchestra, as well as BYU's production of Humperdinck's opera Hnsel und Gretel. Additionally, I collaborated, as conductor, with the composers and performers of the BYU Studio Orchestra. Together, we have been responsible for the scores of BYU film and creative art student projects, including films, documentaries and video games. I am currently obtaining his Doctorate of Musical Arts in Orchestral Conducting with a secondary emphasis in Violin Pedagogy from the University of Utah where I study primarily with Dr. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Recorder, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

For beginning students, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements as I believe it the most comprehensive lesson guide for fundamentals. I do also on occasion utilize the Suzuki method for my string students in addition to EE. Every lesson begins with tuning and scales which helps train the ear and prepare students for the lesson at hand. From there we will go through the pieces as written. Once the student has a grasp of the fundamentals, we will begin to introducing solo pieces such as etudes and other popular music they may be into to keep them engaged. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Keyboard

I approach piano and violin instruction from a foundational, constructive perspective, combined with building rapport and reciprocal clarifying communications. Essentially this means that the student and I interact to build understanding by using the familiar to grasp the unfamiliar. An example is: When teaching hand position, I use the natural position the student already has when the hand is relaxed to build the hand playing position. The student is encouraged to ask questions, to feel free to make mistakes in order to take the risks necessary for true understanding and growth, and to engage in productive discussion leading to personal clarity with regard to their playing. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola, Fiddle

In 2008 Nerea started working in schools through numerous Artist and Residency programs, helping children create their own songs, preparing performances, and combining poetry with music. In 2013 Nerea moved to Dubai where she taught music for 5 years in International, American and British schools. She also performed regularly throughout the region for weddings, corporate events, embassies, business councils, 5 star hotels, etc. Nerea has recently re-located to start a new-life in the beautiful state of Colorado where she teaches and performs regularly Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Recorder, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Oboe, Bassoon, English Horn

I ask all of my students to be prepared for their lessons with a notebook and pencil for lesson notes and assignments. I ask them to bring any materials they have and will often recommend books and supplemental material I have had success with. I believe in writing down notes that help students understand what they are learning, exactly what students should practice, and setting goals for their practice and overall progress. Read More