Viola Lessons in Mc Kees Rocks , PA

Instruments: Violin Viola Electric Violin

...I was born into a family of musicians where he inherits its largest and most valuable musical influence; disciple from his teacher Ismael Vasquez former student from Ivan Galamian (Russian and French school of violin technique) and later on with Joen Vasquez former student of Margaret Pardee from The Juilliard School in the US and Bruno Giuranna in Italy. -Methods: -Galamian -Mogill scales -Carl Flesch scale system -Repertoire for Violin/Viola . ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Ukulele Recorder Oboe Keyboard

...For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. It is vital that the student has a solid foundation of knowledge before he or she begins learning solo repertoire. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Double Bass

...I eventually gave my first piano recital and I performed the first movement to Beethoven's "Pathetique" sonata. After that, I began to pursue music more seriously and auditioned at a music school.... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...When a student is able, I do encourage some theory as to read music fluently and gain understanding of basic musical concepts. At this age, I also encourage weekly technical exercises (scales, etudes) to improve ability and fluidity of playing.... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...As a teacher, I like to approach challenging passages in a holistic way, addressing basic ideas like pitch and rhythm but also more large-scale concepts such as breathing and posture.... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more.... Read More