Hollis, NY Viola Lessons

Lessons focus on learning how to play in tune both by developing a strong technique and practicing listening and ear training. Lessons include etudes, pieces, and popular music- all tailored to each students individual needs.

Beginners typically take 60 minute classes once per week at a recurring time. Young children typically take half hour classes and older children, adult musicians and those on a budget typically take 45 minute classes. The most common lesson length to start with is 60 minutes, as the teacher will need to tune your instrument and help you get set up. Some students choose to take lessons twice per week when a concert is coming up, to catch up from a vacation or if they just want to make faster progress.

In class, you will learn new techniques, receive guidance on how to achieve the best sound possible and learn songs that you like and that interest you. You are expected to take this guidance and practice it thoroughly at home until you feel comfortable with it, so that when you are in class next, the teacher can move on to a new concept or skill which builds upon the skill practiced at home. They will only move you forward once you can do the more basic technique.

I can teach up to intermediate violists via the Suzuki method up to about book 7.

This is my profession.

Learn to play folk music or classical. Explore this deep and beautiful instrument!

Whether young or old, raw beginner or experienced player, I am happy to teach you! I am keenly aware to the needs of my students and adjust my teaching based on each individual's musical interests and goals. I have experience preparing grade-school aged students for NYSSMA solo festivals.

I teach beginner and intermediate viola students helping them develop their bow technique and intonation.

Although different from the violin, the mechanics and technique needed to play the viola are very similar. Having spent the last 15 years playing and performing violin, I can help you grow into the musician you'd like to be!. Additionally, I was a NY State certified Music Teacher in the NYC Department of Education, educating students on music history, theory, and violin/viola performance

I've been teaching viola for 7 years. Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to get familiar with the viola and learn basic skills on the instrument and as time goes on you'll be able to play songs and read music. I specialize in classical and modern pop, typically use Hal Leonard and Suzuki books, and have the following tools available for your lessons: piano for accompaniment, music stand. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you!

I'm a viola grad student at Brooklyn College, able to correct technique and stylistic issues, according to musical period. I have 10 years of experience in viola playing.