Violin Lessons in Coraopolis, PA

Instruments: Violin Fiddle

For me, my teaching style is very organized, I teach in a very systematic order the different topics to learn from the beginning, and if the student has some knowledge, I start from there, fixing first bad habits. I sing with my students, and I am also very engaged with my students. I am a very friendly teacher and very detailed with my students, I try to give my best always in my lessons, and I encourage my students to do the same, put effort and love into the instrument, and do not be afraid of it. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I am an Internationally recognized pedagogue, and concert violist,, with numerous Master Classes, and soloes both in The Americas, and Europe. I have been a founder member of El Sistema in Venezuela, both as a coach, and as a teacher. An experienced teacher in the USA, have tough for many years at The Viola, and Orchestra Repertoire of Duquesne University in Pittsburgh; and at the Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh at the Viola, and Chamber Music faculty. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola

I started on violin in 4th grade and switched to viola in 6th grade.  I was involved in private lessons, youth orchestras, competitions, City, District, Regional and All State orchestras while I was growing up.  In 1991 I graduated from the State University of New York with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Music.  From there I attended Carnegie Mellon University and received my Music Education Certification in 1995.  I received my Masters in Music in 2000 from the University of Denver. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Violin Flute Piccolo Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

My teaching methods are much different than what I grew up with. I remember at times being so worried to go to my lessons. I want my time with the students to be positive, open and understanding. In terms of books and repertoire, I do love using Hal Leonard for beginners. Once fundamentals are in place we can explore repertoire together so that the student is truly learning music they love and enjoy. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I prefer to teach using the Suzuki books, since I believe it is a well rounded learning of fun music while teaching technique and musical abilities. I expect my students to practice at least 6 times a week. My students are encouraged to practice by ear, to encourage the love for music. If the student is more advanced, they will begin working on Carl Flesch Scales and Wolfhart etudes. I will also hand out music based on the student passion be it movie theme songs, Christian, or Celtic. Read More

Instruments: Violin

Teaching my students to accomplish a goal in as small amount of time as possible may sound backwards, but it works. This does not teach them to cut corners, but rather how to be extremely efficient. I find much more success in students who need to accomplish something on 20 mins of practicing a day, than I do with students have no plan and practice for hours. I will make learning the violin a joy, I will fill students heads with as much knowledge as they can hold, and I will teach you how to make music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Clarinet Ukulele Fiddle Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I am a positive, energetic teacher who is passionate about helping students to foster and shape their talents and passions. I grew up in eastern PA in the Allentown area and went to college at Duquesne University. I graduated in 2019 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education. Performing locally and throughout the world has been one of the greatest experiences as a musician. I have had the opportunity to perform with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House, and at various locations in Germany, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Austria. Read More