Viola Lessons in Brooklyn, NY

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola

...I started to teach privately and give group lessons when I was in college. There I have received extensive training and varied teaching experience through including a required music pedagogy course, Musician as Educator, participating in the outreach program teaching grade 3 to 5 at the Childrens Storefront in East Harlem, NY, and assisting the Manhattan School of Music Pre-College Orchestra for students from grade 3 to 12, where I was responsible for helping students develop individually, leading sectionals, and rehearsing the assigned music. ... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola Electric Violin

...My teaching method combines aspects of the Suzuki method with my own creative exercises and improvisation. I believe that teaching students to invent melodies and rhythms from early in their musical training deepens their ability to hear and perform. ... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...It's not because they're hiding their effort, but rather that they've found the solutions to their problems! When you practice, creating a sense of ease in what you are trying to do is essential.... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...I am easy-going and understanding but I expect all my students to practise from one lesson to the next and I always set clear and realistic goals.... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola Clarinet

...For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola

...Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! I strive to find an individual approach to each student and it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace.... Read More