Viola Lessons Frio County, TX

Instruments: Violin, Viola

Regardless of the age, I have always felt that every student can make music. Music is a gift for all people and is continuously finding new methods of delivery every day! As a teacher, I adapt to the learning pace of every student I take on as no student is the same as the other. From the beginning of our lessons, I focus on bolstering the weaknesses of the students and polishing the strengths and skills the student already possesses. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Fiddle, Classical Guitar

Every student learns differently and at their own speed, so I make it a priority to adjust my teaching style to fit my students individual needs. As a tactile learner myself, I tend to encourage each student to bring a pencil to their lessons, to mark their music in whatever way helps them, as well as colored pencils to highlight dynamics and articulation. This helps make these concepts visually engaging. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola, Recorder, Fiddle

For beginning students, I start by teaching them how to hold the instrument. Violinists and violists would learn how to pluck, and a beginning recorder student would learn how to blow air correctly into the instrument. I also teach all students correct left hand position. If students do not know how to read music, I teach them how to read the notes using words and phrases they would remember (ex. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

I have been playing violin for more than a decade. I began teaching violin three years ago at the same music school I started my own studies in. I started as a summer chamber councilor and then began teaching students as a private instructor. I use mainly the Suzuki method, and other non-traditional methods. My goal is to have my students progress in their instrument, and not only gain important skills, but also grow to love music! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Viola, Ukulele, Fiddle, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Every student has a different learning style and learns at their own pace. I myself am a tactile kinesthetic learner and tend to teach this way. For example, I enjoy using colored pencils to highlight articulation and dynamics. If a student is younger, I use stickers to help students keep track of where they are in the piece. I tailor my instruction to what each of my students needs and want to learn. Read More