Violin Lessons in Lauderdale Lakes, FL

Instruments: Violin

My teaching experience dates back to my college days,as I began teaching private lessons 17 years ago,and have been consistently teaching students in my home or students home for the last 17 years.Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule is one of the key points I like to emphasize for students,as it tends to help the students progress and gain a passion for the instrument.I have also found that a combination of classical and modern music can go a long way in helping students enjoy the violin and motivate to practice and continue to learn. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass

I love to teach music and how to play an instrument to any student at any stage in their educational development. I hold two degrees in Instrumental Music Education from both Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA and the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. I have been an active performer throughout my career, participating in several ensembles in New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Florida in a wide variety of music genres including classical, jazz, bluegrass, American folk, and latin. Read More

Instruments: Violin Viola

I believe reading music from early age is very very important. Kind like a wonderful habit, almost like some people always like to read a book. Treating for a sensitive ear also a very important for a future musician or a good listener, Keep the basics exercise is very good for the technique to grow. We should always start with scales, exercise, we have to find beautiful music, famous melodies and traditional violin repertoire, we should try to introduce all kinds styles and all times music to our students Read More

Instruments: Violin

I strike a balance between pushing for skill and making sure a student has fun. That balance rests on communication how invested, listened to, and motivated they feel. To establish that communication, we'll talk each week about progress, concerns, and triumphs. I also try to find the roots of problems. The reason you're squeezing the bow could be the same reason you're playing faster than the metronome, and I'll be the annoying (metaphorical) speed bump making you slow down and relax. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello

My teaching originated in high school when I taught a few beginners the wonderful  basics of the cello.  I've now taught for over 15 years and have brought all students of all levels to new heights.  When teaching, I explain what it is that I do when I play and how to learn this.  Just performing would not allow me to share my insights from years of my musical journey. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola

My principles of pedagogy are based on many years of performing and teaching,I have crafted my own method, especially for children.This method help to train ears while teaching proper posture and technique, which leads to correct concentration and reflection. During my lessons I always demonstrate my playing. The ultimate goal is to perform beautiful music.For older students and adults I am using professional European methods and also the Suzuki method. Read More