Viola Lessons Southwest

Instruments: Violin, Viola

Its very important to me that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I want all of my students to be successful and develop a passion for music! I always want my students to feel comfortable so I play along with my students to help build confidence. I always acknowledge the hard work they are doing and set realistic expectations for practice and performance! The more motivated and inspired my students are the more they will want to practice! Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

She can proudly say she has ex-students teaching music in various school districts. Just tell her your music goals and she can get you there! Marcela has a pretty eclectic background and she brings that to the table. Besides her training in classical music, she has participated in several groups with various musical styles like rock, theater musicals, celtic, latino, blues. She has recorded for Ruben Blades, and performed with major pop latin singers. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar, Harp, Recorder, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I start by gathering information about a student's goals and inspirations, and prior knowledge/experience. From there, we develop a plan for warmup exercises, technical exercises, literature, sight-reading, ear-training and listening excerpts to be studied. I determine whether the student needs to begin learning primarily by ear or using some kind of written notation. We find a schedule that will work with both of us. Most students have a regular weekly time, but some students need a variable time due to their individual schedule so we work that out in advance. Read More

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

I'm a lifelong violinist and music teacher and I love watching my students learn, as the lessons you learn from music stick with you for the rest of your life. I love turning music theory and ear training into understandable concepts and attainable goals for my students. I'm a classically trained musician and I graduated from Oklahoma State with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. In the last five years of my life I have picked up work in the popular music world, and have branched out in style. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

I teach in my comfortable studio located in MANOA. Easy to reach with private parking. This is a home business therefore your lessons will be specially tailored according your needs and your goals. In general what I offer is focused on 3 major points: 1) Extensive experience teaching students from age 4 to professional adults, with a focus on sound quality and proper technique. 2) Individualized and creative approach nurtures each student's inner musician to develop them into the best violinist they can be. 3) Fun and caring teaching methods that instill in all students a love of music and an appreciation of their special connection to it. Read More