Viola Lessons Northeast

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Trumpet, Trombone, Flute, Drums, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Double Bass, Tuba

I've been teaching since my undergrad studies at Mansfield University. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola, Electric Violin

My teaching experience dates back to my middle college years, as I began teaching private lessons part time approximately 10 years ago, and have been consistently teaching students in my home studio for the last 7 years. Encouraging regular practice consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for younger students, as it tends to help the student progress and gain a passion for the instrument. My students encouraged to enter competitions and recitals, as well as work on composing their own material,so they can feel about their accomplishments and stay motivated to learn. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Viola, Drums, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Conga, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I draw inspiration largely from my Rudolf Steiner-inspired pre-college education and my Carl Orff-inspired higher education. Waldorf/Steiner education "emphasizes the role of imagination in learning, striving to integrate holistically the intellectual, practical, and artistic development of pupils" while the Orff Approach "combines music, movement, drama, and speech into lessons that are similar to child's world of play." Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola, Saxophone, Clarinet

I attended high school in Miami, FL. I had the honor of being awarded first chair in the Florida All-State orchestra for 3 consecutive years. I went back to Rochester, NY where I attended college at the University of Rochester, and continued pursuing my musical studies at Eastman School of Music. I worked for over 20 years as a computer engineer. In 2017, I retired from my engineering job to pursue music full time. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Music, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Music is a discipline that requires the practical application of multiple core education subjects including Mathematics, History, Language Arts, and Science. Practicing and performing music helps students develop and expand their teamwork and communication skills and teaches students how to constructively self-critique as they progress towards their goals. Music also gives students the opportunity to express themselves and form lasting connections with other musicians. I love sharing my passion for music with my students. Read More