Violin Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Piano, Violin

It's rewarding to see a student's face light up in understanding or triumph when the music clicks. In working towards that, I help create plans and goals that the student would be able to achieve, especially with personal practice. I make sure the student can meet their long-term goals by breaking it down week by week. If there is a way to provide excitement, whether it be by finding a piece of music they really want to play or a relevant game they found, I will be sure to help support those elements in my preparations. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Violin

I use probably more of the Faber series than any other, but also use Bastien and Alfred piano books. I sometimes recommend all four,(Lesson, Theory, Tecnique, Performance) but often just use two - Lesson and Theory. Most kids can handle 3 songs a week, but sometimes only 2. I move methodically through the books, making sure they understand thoroughly an idea before moving too quickly ahead. I draw from many resources for recital songs -- especially if they are showing an interest in classical music. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

My philosophy of teaching is that it needs to come from a place of love and patience. I am not a drill sergeant and believe that such teaching is counterproductive to the progression of the individual musician. I believe that each person progresses at their own pace and time. I am here to help my students meet their own goals. I do this by teaching to the specific needs of each student. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

I begin lessons using tradititonal method books, from Belwin String Builder to Maia Bang, to Strictly Strings. We focus on establishing foundations and building a repertoire which the student truly enjoys. I have also compiled many unique studies that truly build essential abilities and allow for an interesting and unique approach. Scales, etudes, essential repertoire are covered and anything that each student wishes to learn and play for individual fulfillment, is covered. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Fiddle, Music

Almost all of my experience as a musician has been as a performer of music and as a student of music. The process of collaborative music making at heart is teaching and learning. I enjoy learning my part, and take responsibility for guiding others when appropriate, with the goal of a good experience and stirring performance. I have had only a few private paying music students, and I have not taught music in a classroom setting. Read More