Marina F  
Instruments: Piano, Cello
Styles: Classical

My teaching dates back to my high school years. I started as the only freshmen in the high school string orchestra and even made it as the assistant principal. As a sophomore, I was the youngest principal the orchestra had seen. At that point, I was teaching not only the younger, elementary school students but also the middle school and even other high school students privately. Starting into my junior year, I became a conductor for the elementary and middle school orchestras thus expanding my private studio as well. Since then I have been teaching at the American Preparatory Academies in Salt Lake County to continue this spread of music. I find theory and technique essential for proper musicianship and outstanding performance. I always encourage my students to perform whenever possible and to strive for greatness--it is my job to help them achieve it!

My teaching philosophy is that anyone can learn. Any dreams or goals a student may have, it is my job to make them happen! For beginners, I teach using the Suzuki method. I find that they can be very helpful and that many kids enjoy the songs within them. For intermediate and advanced students, I use a combination of the Suzuki books, chamber music, and outside works. I find learning how to work with other musicians and how two parts might fit together is as essential as learning theory and technique itself. I try to tailor lesson plans and music to work on depending on the student's abilities, interests, and goals and make sure that those goals are achieved!