Viola Lessons in Polish Village , OH

Instruments: Violin Viola

...I believe in the "one thing" lesson. If a student can improve on just one thing in a lesson than that lesson was successful. My past students would probably say I am overall a nice guy but incredibly picky when it comes to perfecting a piece and hold each of my students to a very high standard. ... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...Having many years of experience in performance and, having reached a very high level of playing for myself, I am confident in my ability to teach students a beginning to an advanced level. ... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...I love Mrs. Suzuki's quote:"Every child can".Yes, every student can learn to play an instrument at his or her own pace. But to do so they need to understand the importance of every day practice.I always encourage my students to participate in recitals and concerts, as this is a real opportunity to witness their progress.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Viola Bass Guitar Synthesizer Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Lute Electric Violin Fiddle Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...I save the last few minutes of every lesson for "musical games", which are usually ear training. All of my students, even young children, can name strings, notes, and even chords by ear, all from playing this game.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Viola Ukulele

...I typically start violinists with the Suzuki method books and I start my piano and guitar students with the Alfred and Essential Elements books. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp on fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first performance.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Fiddle Music Keyboard

...At the end of a student's lesson, I always help them write out goals for the next week in a practice journal so that they can look back on their progress while looking forward to mastering other elements of their playing.... Read More