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Violin

Music has been passion of mine since a very young age, so it was inevitable that it would end up being my career. Naturally, a love for teaching the wonders of music followed suit! I am classically trained professional violinist/violist with over 12 years of teaching (2 years specifically online!) and professional classical playing experience, currently based in Saint Louis, Missouri. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Performance, a Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Music Studies, and Master of Music degree in Music Eduction from Boston University. I am a registered Suzuki teacher for books 1-8, with affiliations in ASTA and the Suzuki Association of the Americas. I am also a certified TEFL teacher through the University of Toronto.

I am always encouraging my students to go above and beyond. My experience includes teaching private and group lessons at my private studio, students' homes, as well as at various private schools, music schools, summer camps and festivals. Advanced students have been awarded spots in All-State competitions, summer festivals and received Talent Scholarships for college as well as admission at highly competitive Conservatories. 

While I am a registered Suzuki violin teacher, I do not teach solely out of a certain method or "by the book"; I choose and mold every lesson depending on specific, strengths, weaknesses, etc. Not all students are the same, and therefore not one method will work for every student! I have attended many teachers workshops in order to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to work with any and all types of students, including those with ADD and FAS.

I am extremely comfortable teaching all ages and levels up to advanced. Use of games, rewards and an incentive system make learning the violin fun and accessible for young children. Older and more advanced students receive a more technical, intensive and advanced approach. Coaching and weekly help on school assigned materials (orchestra/string class music and homework) Classical, Jazz, Gypsy and Fiddle styles are all introduced and studied to give students a rounded technique. Music theory (reading and understanding music) is incorporated in lessons. Repertoire is diverse and exciting. Various approaches for the visual or aural learner. Guaranteed to keep you or your child engaged and interested!


Specialties 
-Suzuki Violin/Viola Method
-TEFL
-ESL
-Special Needs 
-Music Theory Tutor
-English Tutoring
-Genres: Classical, fiddle,pop,rock.
Experience teaching violin, viola and English to ages 4-Adults.

Just starting out and want to learn how to play your first song? Start out with Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star! Learning this piece will have you confident playing notes on two strings. 
Tips to play cleanly and sheet music for your reference will be provided. Slow practice will also be covered extensively in class.
Great for students just learning how to put their fingers on the strings. 

Learn to Play Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star!

We loved taking lessons with Jessica! She was kind and supportive. She knows how to work on small details to really heighten playing capability.

Jessica is a great teacher. She is very patient and I like how she has fun and creative ways to teach violin to kids.  She provides great feedback.

Very patient but also makes appropriate corrections. Great feedback on playing. Knows exactly what needs to be improved on just by listening.

Very patient and provides great feedback. Gave practice homework right away which was great! Can tell if tone and notes are being played correctly or not just by listening.

Jessica is great! Very patient, kind and talented.

Jessica is a wonderful teacher. Even though I'm a total beginner and as an adult student, she was so patient and encouraging. I'm looking forward to have more lessons with her in the near future.

Jessica was helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. She was ready to differentiate instruction based on my needs and gave helpful suggestions. I am excited to continue to grow in my musical abilities with Jessica as my instructor!

Jessica has helped my son increase his skills tenfold over the past 2 years. I can’t believe how fast he is moving through his repertoire and how much his technique has improved. He has also done exceedingly well in his auditions. Thank you for all your knowledge and patience!

My 8 year old is just getting started with lessons with Jessica, but she liked her right away.  She's very patient and encouraging, no matter what sounds come from the instrument!   She seems very experienced and happy to share her talent with others.   (my daughter always says about Jessica's playing "her's sounds so pretty!")

Jessica is an amazing instructor! My daughter started with her last year (she was five and just turned 6) and the progress she has made is amazing! Jessica is so patient, kind, and knowledgeable.  We feel so lucky to have her as our daughter’s teacher!

My son loves learning from Mrs. Bailey because she is nice, patient, and knows a lot how to teach children.

I am older with no instrument experience. Jessica was patient and  provided great insight with this first lesson.

Ms Jessica is really great. My daughter is 7 year old and started learning with her since last year. I am really impressed with her progress. We are very much satisfied with this class.

Very patient with a new learner.. :) Small technical hiccups, but was a great lesson overall

Jessica was my daughter’s violin teacher before she moved. We looked for a year to find a new teacher but weren’t satisfied. We were delighted to find Jessica on takelessons. She picked up right we’re she left off and it was wonderful.

Are you wanting to learn viola but feel discouraged by alto clef? This video breaks down why violists use alto clef, how to read it, and tips and tricks to make alto clef more accessible. 

Learn to Play Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star! - Violin Class

Jessica's Violin videos

Reading Viola Music 101

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