Violin Lessons in Coronado, CA

Instruments: Violin

My teaching is heavily influenced with my background and experience with the Suzuki method, particularly pertaining to listening, repetition, and immersion. Music is something to practice as if learning another language, as it is another form of expression! Although I use Suzuki books and repertoire in my lessons, I structure and customize lessons plans, tailoring to each individual student. I also like to have students pick something that they want to learn, whether it be a theme from "Lord of the Rings" or "Hoedown", in order to retain intrinsic motivation. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Double Bass Keyboard

I am a very supportive and caring teacher who is very passionate about music and helping my students reach their musical goals. Ive been studying and performing music for twenty one years, beginning at the Westchester Conservatory of New York and then onto Mannes the New School of Music Precollege honors program. I attended Lawrence University where I received my Bachelor of Music in performance. During my time at Lawrence I studied classical cello, classical and jazz voice, and improvisatory music performance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

For beginning students I use different method books and supplemental resources depending on the instrument being taught. It is important to discover each student's interests and am always searching for creative ways to keep the student engaged and fun, no matter the ability level. Together with the following method books, I create worksheets and use computer games to make llearning more enjoyable. Bastien piano courses; Hal Lenoard piano; Snell piano method; Read More

Instruments: Voice Violin Viola Ukulele Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle

Hello! I'm a versatile musician with a wide variety of skills and experience! I'm a classically trained violinist and singer with a background in musical theater. For the past 10 years I've been performing all over the US, Canada and the UK in a variety of facets. I've played with symphony orchestras, performed off-Broadway, fiddled with country and bluegrass bands, played electric violin with rock bands at iconic venues in NYC and LA including The Bitter End, The Viper Room, the Whisky a Go Go and more. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin

I began teaching private lessons in college as a side job, but due to touring with orchestras I was unable to truly develop my own studio. I also volunteer taught students from low-income families through the Azusa Pacific Conservatory for two years. In the summers of 2010 and 2011, I took over a former teacher's studio of 20+ students while he toured in Europe. I have been working in National Parks for the past 3 years and have always brought my instruments with me. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

I usually beginwith warm-ups, scales, music theory, then continue with reviewing past homework, focusing on posture, rhythm, technique, etc. Lastly, we will sightread and preview the next pieces to be assigned for homework. Pace is set mostly by the student and how much they practice, but I will always nudge the student to improve in musicianship and posture after every lesson, with patience and perseverance. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

I'm a recent graduate of Syracuse University, with a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Industry. I have played both the violin and piano since the age of four. Some of the greatest memories I have can be attributed to my experiences in music. In high school, I was able to tour Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria with my school's symphony orchestra. I have been able to perform with Glenn Frey (founding member of the Eagles) and Jackson Browne. Read More