Viola Lessons in Tampa, FL

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola

...This is to say that, in my studio, mistakes are part of the process and not necessarily to be frowned upon. Even at a high level of musicianship, I teach my students that the true meaning of music does not lie in the perfection of a performance, but in the communication of a deeper passion that mistakes cannot overshadow. ... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...For beginner students, I start with Hal Leonard's "Essential Elements for Strings" Book 1. This book is not only great for learning the fundamentals of the instrument (such as the names of the parts of the instrument, how to hold the instrument, etc.) but it also the best book I have found to teach beginning students how to read music on the violin and viola. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola

...The process of learning music is very similar to the process of learning language: trial and error is essential, and mapping the meaning of musical tones is a lot like learning to map the meaning of words.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Ukulele Recorder Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Euphonium French Horn Tuba Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon Conga Keyboard

...Every student is different. I love to see my students develop a passion for music. It is also a great tool for self-expression. As they progress, we focus on the strengths and build on them while continuing to work on the weaknesses.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Drums Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...As I previously mentioned above,I show each student as much as they can pick up.I can show a student just about anything they want to learn,but its really about how much they practice at home that determines their ability.If the student practices a lot we move much quicker and it becomes more fun and challenging.Music is endless and you can never stop learning.they are proving more and more every day how music affects your brain.When you just listen to music,you use every part of your brain.Few things do that.When you play music you are using even more of your brain.... Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Violin Viola Electric Violin Fiddle

...I ask students what they most would like to work on or accomplish and help them set realistic goals with skill building exercises to practice. I offer positive affirmation and understand that the joys of music are important beyond a competitive aspects.... Read More