Violin Lessons in Foxboro, MA

Instruments: Violin Viola

For my beginning students, I typically start with scales, then some technical exercises that usually come from Simon Fischer Basics book, and a short piece that employ one of the scales with the techniques. Once the student understands the fundamentals, I introduce solo repertoire that is considered essential to know for their instrument as well as sight-reading techniques. Once the student becomes more advanced, I show them works that I believe will peak their interest along with pieces that are overlooked such as pieces by women or minority composers. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

My teaching experience dates back about four years, when I started teaching private lessons after finishing my studies at the University of North Texas. I maintained a large studio while also freelancing in the Dallas area. After moving back to New England to attend Boston University, I began working with the Boston Youth Symphony as a teaching assistant. For the past three years, I have been mentoring the string players in BYSO's ensembles and helping them to develop effective rehearsal techniques. Read More

Instruments: Violin

I would approach teaching by making sure the student is comfortable with whatever i am showing them, and trying to adapt to whatever style makes them comfortable if necessary. Setting goals for the end of each lesson is important based on their skill level and how quickly they pick up the information. I will do whatever it takes to make sure the student is getting some sort of value from the lesson, and make every minute count. Read More

Instruments: Violin

I have also delved into disciplined study of chamber music and orchestral playing in the Orchestral Studies class, multiple chamber music groups, and Longys special Orchestra Flex program, a reimagined conservatory orchestra, producing three concerts a semester, featuring works from standard repertoire such as Beethoven, Haydn, and Mozart, to compositions by marginalized composers, such as female composers, Asian composers or Longy students and faculties. My repertoire ranges from Baroque composers such as J. Read More

Instruments: Violin

Ive had students with different ages and characters, and I learned how to treat every single student differently, because they all have different characters and talents. I believe that its my job to motivate them, make the lessons fun and exciting, and give them challenging assignments to bring out the best of their talent. Being a professional performer myself, I know how important a teachers role can be on a students life. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Trumpet Trombone

My methods vary for each instrument so I have given a basic outline of my techniques below: For beginning students who are children I start with the basics, how do you play this funny musical instrument! I have a few different books I turn to based on the student. For beginner adults I have a more technical approach to teaching the basics and will focus on what you really want to learn and get out of your lessons. Read More