Viola Lessons Orange County, FL

Instruments: Violin, Viola

For young beginning students, fun and creativity is very important! Consistency is also necessary. Regular, thoughtful practice leads to the mastery of basic concepts and allows students to make progress. I believe in a holistic approach to teaching as body awareness and setup directly influence facility on the instrument and the ability to play with ease and comfort. I want my students to grow and learn as both musicians and people! I want my students to have fun and success with their musical endeavors! Read More

Instruments: Violin, Cello, Viola, Double Bass

I am a performer, & teacher. My goals are to give my students the education they deserve as budding musicians. I see it as a mission to invite people of many backgrounds to learn and enjoy bowed stringed instruments. I attended Valdosta State University where i found myself to be the only bass student for 2 years. It was this that gave me the" grit" needed to survive in the constantly evolving music industry. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Cello, Viola

For any student, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements series. This method book will help teach the basic fundamentals needed to progress on the instrument. For children, I will continue through the method book series while supplementing it with short popular pieces that may be of interest to the student. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep it fun and enjoyable. Read More

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

I am a passionate and well-rounded musician and educator. Most importantly, I LOVE music! I believe it is imperative to foster love and appreciation for music as music is such an important part living life! I have performed with orchestras and other performing ensembles all over the United States and also in Spain, Italy, Hungary, Panama, and Mexico. I have also worked as a church musician, directing handbell choirs, vocal groups and accompanying on both organ and piano. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Viola

I believe it is important that beginning students who do not know how to read music yet stay out of the books at first. Reading music and trying to hold the instrument correctly, having bow control, and paying attention to tone can be overwhelming. The first few lessons will be book free. Once I feel the student is able to read notes, we will begin in Hal Leonard's Essential Elements which also comes with a CD for easy at home practicing. Read More