Violin Lessons New York

Instruments: Violin, Viola, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Acoustic Guitar

I began teaching at the age of 17 years old and started a strings program with the founder of Akoustikos. I began teaching the Suzuki method and I love to hold group lessons as it encourages and fosters healthy growth. Since then, I have taught all over Pennsylvania and extensively studied different teaching methods to build a flexible program that is best for the student! I also love to transcribe music that student's love because it has many benefits including fun! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola, Electric Violin

Learning in my class takes place in a very friendly atmosphere. When teaching my students, I try to motivate them to achieve their goals every time I advise them to do something. I try to select advice based on the most accessible form of a verbal description of a particular problem. In addition, I always try to show visually any movement that causes difficulty in the student and convey this understanding through a practical basis. Read More

Instruments: Violin

My teaching philosophy centers around the goal of my students developing control of their own learning by becoming independent thinkers, problem solving on their own, and understanding critical methods for effective practice and successful performance. I guide this process by asking questions, offering suggestions, and ultimately steering students towards an ownership of their choices. As a result, they are able to maximize their practice time during the week as they become better analysts of their own playing from both a global and detailed perspective. Read More

Instruments: Violin

I try to develop short and long term goals with each of my students and/or their parents. I think it is very important to couple your knowledge of the instrument with a realistic trajectory of goals for the student so that they have something to focus on each lesson. I give short exercises as homework to refine the skills we learned during our lesson to be practiced for the week. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Cello

My Lesson styles are fun and comfortable. I understand the burden that most kids are under these days and try not to overwhelm them with work while still demanding a consistent practice regimen and progress toward a goal. I talk to my students a lot emphasizing concepts and context over route learning. Read More