Violin Lessons in Van Nest, NY

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola Electric Violin Fiddle Music

My approach is to help the student find their voice, through learning technique, ear training, and theory in different styles of music. I strive to make sure the student feels comfortable and effortless on their instrument, so they can feel confident and limitless. Why Learn Music? Learning music helps improve: • Confidence • Creativity • Time management Skills • Memory • Patience • Sense of Achievement • Stress Relief • Social Life • Most importantly it’s Fun! I teach multiple styles from Classical, to Bluegrass, to Jazz or Pop learn the style that you listen to the most! Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Viola Music

I am Cristina, Violin Piano Music teacher, recording artist and educator. Classical trained from Piano and Violin when I was 5 and switched to viola after high school. I earned Advanced Certificate and Music Performance Master degreed from New York University where I also worked as Adjunct Faculty .Beside teaching I do recording project, such as Original Sound track for film,Netflix and Album and game music when I was studying in school, I had also performed at major music festival such as in Norway, Czech Republic and Korea and having lots of recital. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola Double Bass

I work in partner with students who are enrolled in public school lessons, and incorporate their school's method book (i.e. Essential Elements 2000 or similar), as well as rudimentary exercises and pieces appropriate for their level. I am a strong advocate of Kreutzer etudes, Hrimaly scales, and Suzuki pieces as learning tools. I guide my instruction based around the students' ability, needs, and goals. I believe that learning music is a constant conversation between student, teacher, and any others involved (parents, guardians, siblings, school music teacher), and like to keep communication open with weekly notes and homework assignments recorded in a music notebook. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Electric Violin Fiddle

For beginner students, I use the Essential Elements for strings (books 1 and 2). In conjunction with these books, I select a repertoire that corresponds with their current abilities, and work my way up from there. For adults and more advanced students, I use various technical studies such as Sevcik, Kreutzer, and Rode, and standard Rep using the International editions. Regardless of the age or skill level, I always strive to maintain constant engagement and motivation throughout my lessons, whether online or in person. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Keyboard

I began teaching as a private instructor while in my senior year at the Berklee College of Music. After graduation and a stint in the US army, I began teaching privately in students homes, and in my own studio. I taught composition, arranging, harmony, and piano at the Berklee College of Music for several years. I conducted a jazz seminar in Copenhagen, Denmark which included students from around the world. Read More

Instruments: Violin

My music teaching experience started after I graduated from college. I held private lessons to students who were preparing for auditions, recitals, NYSSMA, college applications, and to people who just simply love playing music. I have taught students ranging from elementary school to retirees. I encourage students to practice every day and help them stay motivated. I also urge my students to participate in recitals and competitions and play in orchestras and string ensembles, which will help them making friends and improve their communication skills. Read More