Viola Lessons Michigan

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Viola, Ukulele, Electric Violin, Fiddle

I'e been playing since I've been a young child and have never been able to see myself do anything else. I am currently playing with the Dearborn Symphony Orchestra as well as the Michigan Philharmonic Symphony. I aspire to play with the Michigan Opera Theater soon and become a studio musician. I have lots of background playing in concerts outside of classical music such as rock, folk, and pop and love teaching such styles. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola, Fiddle, Music

For beginning to intermediate students, I use the Suzuki Method. Each successive piece introduces a new skill, so that the student is always building on learned skills. Dr. Suzuki, the founder of the Suzuki Violin Method, spoke often of the “Suzuki Triangle.” This is an equilateral triangle with Parent, Teacher, and Student in each of the corners. The triangle helps illustrate that each role is equally important. The parent learns the rudimentary skills of the instrument and learns how to work in a positive and nurturing way to be more conducive to their child’s learning. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

For beginning students who are children, I like to use the Suzuki violin method. While they beginning to show progress Ill begin to include F. Mazas Melodios and Progessive Studies and the Wohlfahrt Studies combined with appropriate solo repertoire. For adults, I prefer to find out what their interest is focus on and I guide my instruction acording to this. I also like to include some Alexander Technique exercises to help my students manage their posture and to prevent getting hurt with the instruments position. Read More

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

I typically start my students by learning the basics of the instrument (i.e. how it is made, basic care, how to hold, etc.). For younger students, or those who are not experienced with reading music, I start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. If they are learning their instrument in school as well, I like to work through any music given by their teacher. As my students progress, I like to supplement with music from various methods, or with any songs/pieces that they wish to learn. Read More

Instruments: Viola

Zhen H. is a talented violist among his generation, and he also established an excellent reputation across an unusually varied range of performing the activity. In addition to his solo play, he is regularly a chamber music player in many music festivals. His passion for chamber music continues to find a variety of outlets. In 2019, Zhen H. participated in the Heifetz Institute in Virginia. Zhen performed both solo and chamber music at the festival; the performance built an excellent reputation. Read More