Viola Lessons Macomb County, MI

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Music

I strive to create the most positive and encouraging environment for my students! Finding the best method to suite the needs of each individual is my foremost goal as a teacher. I believe it is my job to learn about my students and their specific needs and goals, and to tailor my teaching style in order to help them progress at their own pace. Most importantly, I hope my students find joy in learning! Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

Im a passionate, creative and joyful instructor who loves to teach and learn from new students and new experiences. In 2017 I graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Viola Performance from University of Cauca, which is located in Popayn, Colombia, the city where I was born. Right now Im finishing my Viola Masters degree at Western Michigan University. Being a musician has given me the opportunity to travel to many countries and cities around the world like Moscow (Russia), Valencia (Spain), Santa Catarina (Brazil) and Boston (USA)! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Viola, Drums, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Conga, Latin Percussion, Music, Keyboard, Djembe, Acoustic Guitar

For beginning students I always begin with a methods book, I believe that good fundamentals are what makes a good musician, but I also teach ear training methods thereby giving the student the best in both worlds. Once the fundamentals and foundation are efficient, then according to the instrument I move to solo repertoire or experimentation or interpretation. I believe finding a students passion and making the learning experience as educational and enjoyable as possible. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Organ, Synthesizer, Harp, Accordion, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Recorder, Lute, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Shakuhachi, Oboe, Bassoon, English Horn, Conga, Latin Percussion, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I do tailor my music lessons for the individual student. There really is no making a general statement for a specific person. There are, however, some very fundamental aspects of learning music for all people which will definitely include practicing and mastering scales of all type, performing with others, and using the ears to truly listen to intervals and the emotions that are invoked by performing certain keys in specific styles. Read More

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

I have a passion for music, and I play a lot of gigs, and I can see that it inspires students. I work on student's strengths first, to give them a sense of accomplishment. I use audio recording during lessons to make an actual creation that students can share with friends and family. This also helps the student hear what they sound like, and to track their progress from week to week. Read More