Viola Lessons Wake County, NC

Instruments: Violin, Viola

As a teacher I also focus on how we hold the instrument, the violin/viola is a very difficult instrument to hold because it is such an unnatural position for our body. A focus on the proper playing position of the instrument can take a student very far, as they won't have to worry about injury later in life. Performing is a scary thing for all musicians, even those that have been playing for decades. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Trombone, Electric Violin, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching philosophy revolved around the idea that music should be fun and engaging. While many teachers start their students off by learning how to read music, I like to begin with actually playing and familiarizing yourself with the instrument and later translating that information to written music notation. In your first lesson, we will play the instrument and learn a simple tune based on your skill level. I like to take into account the students music preference and learn what specifically they want to get out of private lessons. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Experienced in private and group teaching settings for beginner to advanced level string students for ten years. I am currently the Strings instructor at Haywood Community College in Clyde, NC where I offer beginner to advanced classes for violin, viola, and cello. Although I learned to play strings in a classical background, I welcome all musical styles and techniques! I strive to provide lessons that are suited for each students individual interests and performance goals. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

Ive been performing violin for almost 20 years, teaching for 15 years, and running my violin studio here in NC for the last 6 months. I currently teach for Kidsnotes in Durham, as well as running my own music studio, and I am able to teach children of any age. My specialty lies in identifying the needs of every student, and providing them with the tools, performances, and motivation they need to achieve greater heights! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola, Synthesizer, Electric Violin, Fiddle

I am an energetic, fun-loving instructor with an excellent musical intuition and a passion for motivating students to appreciate the many extra-musical perspectives that music brings to the table. I hold the notion that music can enhance countless other parts of your life, and can lead to a better understanding of the world and people around us. I am also a firm believer in technology as a tool to enhance music, and incorporate it into my work with notation software and performative technology (HCI). Read More