Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks French, Russian, English
Teaching since 2008
Master’s of Music in Violin Performance
About Aviva C.
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I am a professional violinist and teacher with 20 years of playing, and almost 10 years of teaching experience. This July, I received my Master's degree in violin performance from the Royal College of Music, the #1 performing arts conservatory in Europe and the UK.
I teach violin because it is my passion, because I love music, and because of the joy, confidence, and positive motivation my students experience over the course of their lessons. Every student is unique, and my approach tailors to the needs, questions, and interests of my students. Together, we develop strong technique, healthy posture and hand positions, a great understanding of music theory, quick note-reading and sight-reading skills, and a variety of tools to play beautifully and expressively.
In addition to my education, my teaching draws on extensive experience in orchestras, chamber groups, and as a soloist, across many U.S. states and abroad. I was assistant concertmaster of the Young Musicians Symphony Orchestra in London, won state and national competitions in chamber music, and performed for live broadcast on Chicago's classical radio 98.7 WFMT as well as National Public Radio's program, "From the Top."
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-11 AM
12 PM-2 PM
5 PM-7 PM
Tuesday
7 AM-12:30 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-9 AM
11 AM-4 PM
Thursday
7 AM-11 AM
Friday
7 AM-2 PM
Sunday
7 AM-9 AM
1 PM-4 PM
5 PM-7 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$65
60 minutes
$80
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7 Reviews
Mani
Student's home
Aviva is amazing and very patient. My son started violin with her and he is making good progress. Thank you Aviva!!
Posted Jan 5, 2019
Mark Semisch
Student's home
Aviva is outstanding.
Posted Jan 4, 2019
Mark Finckle
Student's home
Viva Aviva!
I am an adult student that is new to the violin but I do play a number of other instruments.
Aviva is an exceptional instructor. So patient and so proficient. Aviava seems to have an innnate ability to know just when to be "picky" and when to perhaps "let a few mistakes" slide. The result . . . I am making consistent progress and know exactly where to focus my time and attention.
Aviva is a gentle but effective motivator and, as such, I alway look so forward to my weekly lesson - and I am definately inclined to work hard so as to try to "please" my teacher.
I have become all but obsessed with all things violin, and much of that is directly attributable to this delightful and talented maestro!
Please do not hesitate to work with her. I can absolutely promise you that you will be glad you did.
Mark F.
Violin Student
Posted Sep 18, 2018
Experience
Private Violin Teacher
Jan, 2009 - PresentSelf-employed
I have taught private violin lessons for almost 10 years, to students as young as four years old, through college students and adults in their 50’s.
Violin Instructor
Jan, 2017 - May, 2017JCOSS secondary school, London
Visiting violin teacher at a secondary school in Barnet, London.
Violin Teacher and Orchestra Assistant
May, 2014 - Dec, 2015El Sistema pilot program
I volunteered free violin instruction and assistance in orchestra at an El Sistema program. It was run through the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI, for children from underserved areas of the community.
Education
Bachelor’s of Music in Violin Performance
Sep, 2012 - Dec, 2015University of Mchigan
Master’s of Music in Violin Performance
Sep, 2016 - Jul, 2018Royal College of Music
Awards
1st Place
Feb, 2012Rembrandt Chamber Players - Chamber Music Competition
Silver Medal
May, 2012St. Paul String Quartet Competition
1st Place
Feb, 2012Discover National Chamber Music Competition
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
French
Limited Proficiency
Russian
Native Proficiency
Aviva's Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-11 AM
12 PM-2 PM
5 PM-7 PM
Tuesday
7 AM-12:30 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-9 AM
11 AM-4 PM
Thursday
7 AM-11 AM
Friday
7 AM-2 PM
Sunday
7 AM-9 AM
1 PM-4 PM
5 PM-7 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$65
60 minutes
$80
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