Silex, MO Violin Lessons

My mission, is to create a private and educational environment to students of all ages. One that enriches their senses to music, through reading, writing, ear training, performance and technique.

I'm a certified music teacher offering over ten years experience working with students in both western classical, and Iranian Traditional music. As an experienced Violin teacher I help students to teach themselves the violin, to understood that their playing only improves when they change habits. I have proper knowledge of the violin’s mechanics, general musical and repertoire knowledge, skilled as a player, and strength as a communicator.

I love playing and teaching violin and can't wait to share my passion with you!

I tailor my approach to each student. Some students require more technical work, some require interpretive. Both are fascinating and can be taught with structure and clarity.

Classical, traditional method and Suzuki method. Studied with Dr. John Kendall, founder of the Suzuki method for the United States. Have played with Southern Illinois University orchestra and the St. Louis Symphony exhibition concert. Have performed in Europe, North America and Asia.

I began playing the violin in fourth grade and continued all the way through high school. I spent a lot of time learning the technique of solo playing as well as the balance necessary with the other instruments of the orchestra. I also spent two years in my high school’s chamber orchestra.

My studio is ideal for the study of violin because I can accompany my students on my grand piano.

I am a dedicated teacher and international performer. I have almost ten years of experience teaching students of all levels and over fifteen years of performing around the world in major symphonies (TSO, NYSOS, etc.), music festivals (Banff, Tanglewood, etc), and studios (Sony, RCA, Aftermath, etc.).

Richard is an experienced, young, and compassionate teacher with a true passion for the violin. Now 19 years of age, Richard has been teaching the violin since he was just 15 years old in high school, and he has never lost a student since. In just one lesson, Richard will make you love the violin and excel at it. Richard is currently a student at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a two-time All-State violinist, WVIA Artist of the Year finalist, Penn Chamber Society member, and recipient of the National Orchestra Award.
Richard offers best-price deals, so if the price of his lessons do not fit your budget, please contact him and he will accommodate.
Additionally, Richard also teaches piano. Whether you are interested in violin or piano lessons, Richard will make sure you love playing your instrument for a lifetime to come.