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Instruments: Piano Violin
Building my career around very talented Russian and European Violin players, my fundamentals have been very classical but I always keep my lessons very advanced based on my research of changing trends in the music industry. As a young and dynamic performer as well as teacher, my students find my lessons very engaging and fun. Read More
Instruments: Violin Viola
I am a passionate, motivated, and detailed instructor who loves to work with students of all ages, backgrounds, and levels. I am currently completing my bachelor degree for Violin Performance at Rice University's Shepherd School of Music. I absolutely love chamber music and I have had the honor of competing and placing in the prestigious Fischoff Chamber Music Competition in 2019. I have also had many opportunities to perform including alongside the Alexander String Quartet as part of the San Francisco Performances. Read More
Instruments: Violin Viola Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass
The approach to the violin with the orthodox method can be particularly frustrating. The technique is important but equally important is to develop the ability and taste of playing together right away. For this reason, regardless of the styles you want to deepen, I play as much as possible together with the student whether it is classical duets, folk songs or jazz. For the more advanced students a part of the study of the accompaniment is reserved as well as for soloists Calibrating the objectives based on the abilities of the age and the talent of the students is an attention that can avoid frustrations and lead everyone to the common goal of the musicians: to express and continuously improve. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Mandolin Recorder Orchestral Percussion Music
I use various methods, books that will fit the student's needs. For instrumental, I use theory book with written activity that helps the student understand the fundamentals of music. In addition, I use various exercise and performance books that will develop the student's skill and master the instrument. For voice, I teach various vocal exercises and vocal techniques that will develop the student's voice. I have been passionate guiding students across various musical genres, including classical and contemporary, and languages such as English, German, Italian, French, and more. Read More
Instruments: Violin Viola Electric Violin Fiddle
I first discovered my love for teaching during my college years. I maintained a private studio for three years of my time there, and have been instructing privately and in local schools since that time. With a recent teaching history including Cazadero Music Camp, Berkeley High School, West Portal Lutheran School, The Mark Music School, and the Northern California Music and Art Culture Center, I hope to offer you the tools, motivation, and insight to make your learningexperience positive and rewarding. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Ukulele Recorder Music Acoustic Guitar
The skill level of my students range from Beginner to Intermediate. For Piano Students: My beginner students start with the Bastien Piano Basic Method Books. I assess what book level is necessary during our first lesson. Other beginner material I use are: Alfred's Basic Piano Library Lesson Books, Older Beginner Piano Course (For Adult Beginner Students), and Piano Adventures series. Book levels vary per student and some additional material may fall to the responsibility of the students family to purchase. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin
I am an experienced musician who has a passion for music and a passion for teaching. I have performed playing the violin, piano, guitar, viola, bass guitar, and the drums. Even though I play many instruments, I am only interested in teaching piano, violin, and guitar. Outside of being a music teacher, I am currently earning my Master's Degree in Mathematics. I was formerly a high school math teacher, but I want to earn my Master's degree in math so that I could teach math at the college level. Read More
Instruments: Violin Viola
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
Since I was in elementary school, all I could think about was playing music. I wasn't very good at school because of that, I didn't have a motivation for that so as soon as I finished middle school I went to college for music.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
Every instrument is very special in its own way and I wish I have the time to learn to play all of them. So far I have learn how to play Violin, Viola, Piano (I learned in college), Guitar, Drums, Bass, Sax, Trombone.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Playing J. S. Bach is a very relaxed experience for me.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
I would probably be a pilot or a Luthier (instrument maker).
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
I like many, Classical, pop, rock, jazz, folk.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have a Master Degree in Music Performance. Music is my life and I always like learning more stuff about it. The music world is huge and there is so much to learn.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
For me, I have to have a spot where I feel confortable. I set up a chair, music stand, water to drink and enough light to see my music. As every athlete, you always need to stretch before working out, so I have some stretches that I like to do for about 2-5min. Then I start warming up by playing scales and exercises for abou 30min. Then I take a Break for about 2 min before starting with repertoire for about 2 and a half hours, taking brakes as needed.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
I have made hundreds of friends and trips through music, it is always a very special experience and it is always fun!
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Feeling confortable with it and been able to make a good sound out of it.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
Nothing very specific. I used the Suzuki method for public schools for group lessons but I preffer the personalized method.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
As the majority of the Violists (A musician that plays Viola), I have started learning the violin. Then, I was introduced to the Viola by my former teacher and I fell in love with it. It has some of the characteristics from the violin and cello with a more sensitive tone and deeper feeling.
When will I start to see results?
If all the instructions are followed correctly, after each lesson!
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Whereas there is no age for a kid to start training for music, learning an instrument depends of the phisical development of each kid. Also, for me is very important that every student is willing to spend time on learning an instrument. It is not an easy task and someone that does not like it enough will find it even more difficult.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Be patient. Playing an instrument requires hours and hours of practice time. Be smart and know how long your body can handle a practice session (playing with pain is really bad so you should stop inmediately at first sign of it)
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
All musicians have a roll model. We all had/have a phase where we tried to copy another musician's playing. Although one always try to develop a personal way to play music.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My dad and his brother are musicians. They did't study music formally but they made part of their living by playing music. My dad was an elementary school teacher.
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