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Violin with Daniel U.

Saint Petersburg, Florida

5.0
(4)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 3-100
Speaks English
Teaching since 2006
Master of Music

    Learn violin from an experienced professional with over 15+ years of performing and teaching.

    First lesson we will get acquainted with your goals and what you are looking for out of lessons. Then I will assign fun technique building exercises along with goal pieces that we will work on together. Expect to have fun and enjoy music! Each student is unique and comes with different skill sets. I tailor lessons depending on the needs of the students. Problem solving is one of the biggest skills required to play an instrument at a master level. I pride myself on not just teaching the notes, but giving students to tools to self-asses and problem solve on their own. I like to think that I don't just teach violin or viola, but that I help my students to become competent, well-rounded musicians able to tackle any challenge.

    Instructor details

    Location:
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    3rd Ave S
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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    6 AM-8 PM
    Tuesday
    6 AM-8 PM
    Wednesday
    6 AM-8 PM
    Thursday
    6 AM-8 PM
    Friday
    6 AM-8 PM
    Saturday
    6 AM-8 PM
    Sunday
    6 AM-8 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    45 minutes
    $112
    60 minutes
    $150

    About Daniel U.

    5.0
    (4)
    I began playing the violin at age 7 and I have enjoyed every moment since! I switched to the viola at age 19 and pursued both a bachelor's and master's in Viola Performance from the Cleveland Institute of Music and the New England Conservatory of Music. Music is always a journey and I have been lucky enough to perform in Germany, Denmark, Japan, China, and even in Carnegie Hall! I have been teaching for over 13 years and I have had students go on to play in Carnegie Hall, attend Interlochen Summer Arts Festival, and pursue degrees in music. There is so much joy in music and I try to always help students discover their own voice trough refining technique and constant shifts in perspective to solve problems and move forward. Music should always be fun and ultimately I want to give students the skills to teach themselves and to become their own musical force! Discover your inner musical power, learn to trust your ear, and have fun getting lost in the music! I specialize in, viola, violin, and viola d'amore.
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    4 Reviews
    Theresa
    Teacher's studio
    Great 1st lesson. Daniel was encouraging and made me feel completely at ease. He gave me lots of great advice for improving my practice.
    Posted Nov 30, 2021
    suzanne icely
    Student's home
    Daniel is excellent ! Highly recommended.
    Posted Mar 9, 2020
    Beth
    Teacher's studio
    Daniel was friendly, approachable, and made me very comfortable. He was positive and encouraging and used every minute of the lesson to the max...I learned SO MUCH in just one lesson. You can tell he really wants to you to succeed. I can't wait to see where we will go!
    Posted Jan 8, 2020
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    Experience

    Section Viola

    Sep, 2019 - Present

    Sarasota Orchestra

    Section Viola Sub

    Aug, 2019 - Present

    Miami Ballet

    Assistant Principal Viola

    Jul, 2019 - Present

    Venice Symphony

    Viola Section Sub

    Jan, 2019 - Present

    Jacksonville Symphony

    Viola Section Sub

    Jan, 2019 - Present

    Southwest Florida Symphony

    Principal Viola

    Sep, 2017 - Aug, 2019

    Augusta Symphony

    Teaching Artist

    Oct, 2015 - Mar, 2019

    Allegro Charter School of Music

    Section Viola Sub

    Sep, 2015 - Apr, 2019

    Charleston Symphony

    Strings Teacher

    Sep, 2015 - Jun, 2016

    Pinkney Elementary School

    Strings Teacher

    Sep, 2015 - Feb, 2018

    Black Tie Music Academy

    Assistant Principal Viola

    Sep, 2014 - May, 2015

    Atlantic Symphony

    Conductor

    Sep, 2014 - May, 2015

    Tchaikovsky Orchestra - Josiah Quincy Orchestra Program

    Section Viola

    Sep, 2011 - May, 2012

    Canton Symphony Orchestra

    Section Viola

    Sep, 2011 - May, 2012

    Canton Symphony Orchestra

    Education

    Bachelor of Music

    Sep, 2009 - May, 2012

    Cleveland Institute of Music

    Master of Music

    Sep, 2012 - May, 2014

    New England Conservatory of Music

    Certifications

    Focus in Music Education

    May, 2014

    New England Conservatory of Music

    Through an intensive course of study along side my main focus I was able to take four semesters of music education classes. Here I learned about early childhood development, writing curriculum, teaching music with technology, and community outreach.

    Awards

    Pittsburgh Philharmonic Concerto Competition

    Apr, 2008

    Pittsburgh Philharmonic.

    Keynotes Scholarship Recipient.

    May, 2013

    The Keynotes Scholarship Foundation

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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