Violin Lessons in Pinecrest, 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: Piano Voice Violin

I first talk with my students to figure out their goals.  Once a reasonable goal has been agreed upon, I enthusiastically help them jump right into playing their instrument.  By breaking up portions of the lesson with review of simpler pieces, I encourage my students to play fun and simpler things as well, so that they do not beocme frustrated.  I always bring my positive attitude to each lesson, and have the students write down what to work on after each lesson. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello

I will help foster excitement with the music styles that the student wants and tailer my teaching using what is preferred.  I do not take the lazy way of teaching straight out of a book cover to cover.   Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola

I was soloist in Zorba under the baton of Miki Theodorakis (The composer of Zorba) in Xanten, Germany. At the same time, I was amusic teacher at the State Music School of the First Degree in Poland, where I instructed students on violin, harmony, and solfege Later in my career, I performed for Royal Caribbean International Cruise Line, which included teaching piano classes for the Royal Caribbean Academy. I have been taught violin and piano privately for 20 years. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass

For beginning students in any genre, I begin with learning songs. Classical, jazz, bluegrass, and rock are more easily understood when you spend time playing the music with someone else. Repertoire is chosen with the understanding that fundamentals are key to life long participation and students find positive success when they are able to then share a completed work with their friends and family (think holiday get-togethers!) For young intermediate to advanced players, the philosophy of building one's repertoire continues with the added focus on musical understanding. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola

I have almost 15 years experience tutoring Viola, Violin and Piano. I have taught at Manuel Saumel elementary music school and Amadeo Roldan Music High School back in my native Havana, Cuba.  I am always looking for new ways to engage the student with interactive games, and taking advantages of technology . In South Florida I have Taught at The Conservatory School of North Palm Beach, a public k-8 school, Teacher at Spanish River Christian School Violin afterschool program and  Orchestra Conductor at John Leonard High School, teaching students from different ages, backgrounds and musical levels. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Double Bass Music

I use the Belwin Mills and String Builder books, also Klengel Technical Studies as well as Harvey S Whistler Position Books. Selected repertoire as the student advances. For beginning adults I try to determine exactly what they are wanting to achieve by starting an instrument at this point in life. For the beginner I determine what kind of talent they have and how to proceed with lessons. Learning an instrument is hard - and practice time at home is essential and must be consistent to progress. Read More