Our rigorous hiring process requires a completed application; an interview with
our professional recruiting specialists; personal and professional reference
checks; and annual criminal background checks for the duration of each teacher's
employment with us.
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I tailor my lessons to make sure the experience is fun and rewarding for everyone. Noone wants to have boring and unproductive lessons. I make sure the student is engaged and comfortable enough with their instrument to show me (and themselves) what they can do. I'm very patient and will accept any questions/concerns/comments from the student, and no matter what the outcome is, I like to keep things on a positive note.
My teaching methods include (but not limited to): Suzuki, Paul Rolland,
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Galamian, traditional, classical, fiddle (celtic, bluegrass, irish, scottish), popular music including Lady Gaga - Cold Play etc., movie music including Pirates of the Carribean, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Disney, etc.
I can show you that learning and playing the violin or viola doesn't have to be hard!
Rowell holds two Master of Music degrees in Violin Performance and Violin Pedagogy as well as a Bachelor of Music degree in Violin Performance from Shenandoah Conservatory of Music located in Winchester, VA. He enjoys encouraging students in taking their instrument to a new level while still enjoying it. The methods he uses will be different from one student to another, as individuals have different ways of learning. Promoting positive reinforcement helps build confidence. "I believe the key to
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a growing musician is a strong foundation."
"I enjoy travelling and meeting new people, especially in different places where they are most comfortable in. That's why I offer my services in the homes of my students. Parents and students are glad that they don't have to leave the comforts of their home to fight traffic trying to get to lessons... but I'm dedicated enough to do that for them just to reap the rewards of what the students will learn and take with them!"
