Viola Lessons Kitsap County, WA

Instruments: Violin, Viola

My students are encouraged to take an active part in setting goals for their learning so that they develop a sense of autonomy early on in their musical careers. I ask all students that are new to me if there is specific music they wish to be able to play, what their "wish list" is for their own personal improvement and what they think they do best/what they most enjoy about violin or music as a whole; Read More

Instruments: Viola

As a viola teacher, my teaching style is characterized by a combination of technical precision, artistic exploration, and personalized mentorship. I believe in nurturing a supportive and encouraging environment where my students can thrive and develop a lifelong love for music. I also strive to inspire creativity and musical expression. I encourage my students to delve into the emotional depths of music and explore different interpretations. Together, we analyze the phrasing, dynamics, and nuances of each piece, aiming to create performances that resonate with both the player and the audience. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Violin, Viola, Electric Violin

My teaching experience is probably not as great as others, but I am working towards it being something fantastic! I started teaching students in my Junior year of high school. They were sixth graders, and I would occasionally work with seventh and eighth graders. In my senior year, I was working with all three grades of middle schoolers and I was working with high schoolers, and giving lessons. My orchestra teacher was always trying to talk me out of being a music teacher but I couldn't. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola, Mandolin, Recorder, Electric Violin, Fiddle

Although I am classically trained and have extensive orchestral experience as a violinist and violist, I was a founding member of an Irish group and several early music ensembles, performed with folk and classical guitarists, and played in a rock and roll nightclub band.I continue to play in many churches and synagogues, do strolling violin work, perform jazz standards, and act as lead violin in an internationally acclaimed big band. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola, Electric Violin, Fiddle

I started student teaching in high school, with no great desire to ever be a teacher, but my teachers said I was going to do the teacher training class, and like a good girl I did as I was told. I enjoyed learning, so learned how to teach for the sake of more learning. It wasn't until after I graduated college and found myself working part time retail, desperate for some means to make ends meet, that I remembered that I could teach. Read More