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Music Theory with Alexandra S.

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Teaches all skill levels
All ages
Speaks English
Teaching since 2013
Bachelor of Music Education

    Develop your awareness in musical concepts like harmony, melody and rhythm with lessons from a pro.

    Music Theory is an exciting way to explore the inner workings of music. Why do certain harmonies sound good, and others clash? What makes a good melody? Through tutoring in music theory, you will gain an understanding of the underlying rules and strategies used by composers for centuries to make music "work." This knowledge can be applied to your study in any instrument to inform and enhance your performance. I loved exploring music theory in college - so much so that I served as one theory professor's student worker, and a private tutor, for five semesters! Since then, I have loved incorporating theory into my private music lessons, and I plan to pursue a Master's degree in music theory pedagogy in the future.

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    About Alexandra S.

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    I am a Hampton Roads native holding a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Lee University (Cleveland, TN). I am licensed to teach instrumental and vocal music to grades K-12 and have seven years' experience privately teaching students ages 4 to adult. I currently teach elementary Strings classes from grades K-8, and am certified by the Suzuki Association of the Americas in violin method, volumes 1-5. I have been playing the piano since age 5 (classical, jazz, worship), and the violin for 16 years; I am currently a member of Symphonicity orchestra in Virginia Beach. I am primarily an instrumentalist, but also have 10 years' experience in choral singing, and enjoy teaching beginning voice and Ukulele lessons.
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    Experience

    Suzuki Strings Instructor

    Sep, 2016 - Present

    Young Musicians of Virginia

    I teach group classes and private lessons via the Suzuki method, to beginning and intermediate strings students. In addition, I offer private lessons in piano and voice.

    Strings Specialist

    Oct, 2015 - Present

    Hebrew Academy of Tidewater

    I teach beginning violin classes in grades K-1, and strings classes (sometimes including viola and cello) for grades 2-5.

    Private Music Instructor

    Jul, 2015 - Aug, 2018

    Music & Arts

    Private lessons to all ages and varying skill levels in violin, viola, cello, piano, ukulele, and voice.

    Education

    Bachelor of Music Education

    Aug, 2011 - May, 2015

    Lee University

    Certifications

    Educator License: Instrumental Music K-12

    May, 2015

    Tennessee Department of Education

    Violin Method Certification

    Jul, 2018

    Suzuki Association of the Americas

    Certified in Violin Levels 1-3.

    Affiliations

    National Association for Music Education

    Sep, 2012

    National Association for Music Education (NAfME), among the world’s largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers. The Association orchestrates success for millions of students nationwide and has supported music educators at all teaching levels for more than a century. Since 1907, NAfME has worked to ensure that every student has access to a well-balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality program of music instruction taught by qualified teachers.

    Suzuki Association of the Americas

    Jul, 2017

    The Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA) is a coalition of teachers, parents, educators, and others who are interested in making music education available to all children. The SAA provides programs and services to members throughout North and South America.

    Pi Kappa Lambda

    May, 2015

    An American honor society for undergraduate students, graduate students, and professors of music. There are currently 205 active chapters and approximately 64,500 individual members.

    American Choral Directors Association

    Sep, 2013

    Founded in 1959, the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) is a nonprofit music-education organization whose expressed purposes outline the associations dedication to the advancement of choral music. The mission of ACDA is to inspire excellence in choral music through education, performance, composition, and advocacy.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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