Viola Lessons in West Village , NY

Instruments: Violin Viola

...Also, I feel that a positive environment that acknowledges accomplishments with positive reinforcement makes for a stable and fun learning environment. My ultimate goal for a student is to foster a life long love of learning and a life long appreciation for the violin/viola and music in general. ... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...If your body is contorted, or you are straining to reach a note, it's a sign that something isn't right! Instead of trying to run through a wall, paying careful attention to how you feel, watching your movement, and slowing down your pace can often lead to insights that have a far more profound impact on your playing than just trying to push through a difficult passage over and over. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Synthesizer Double Bass Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

...I have a vast knowledge of classical and modern works and am comfortable transcribing modern compositions for my students. Music is my life and I teach with an infections optimism for all things music.... Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

...I set different goals for each student. I realize that every student learns at a different pace and has special ways of comprehending the information. I want to push the student to work hard, but would never give them more than they can handle.... 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