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Violin with Celia S.

Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 10+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2010
Masters Degree in Music Education

    About Celia S.

    Hello! I began studying the violin at age 12 in my middle school orchestra and has been playing ever since (21 years!). I received my Bachelor’s and Master's Degrees in Music Education from the University of South Florida. I have been teaching professionally in the classroom since 2010, and am currently the Orchestra Director at a local middle school. Currently, I also conduct and teach for the Sarasota Youth Orchestras and am a part of the faculty of the Sarasota Orchestra’s Summer Music Camp (I am also alumni of this program!). I proudly serve as the District Chair for our area for the Florida Orchestra Association, and is an active member of the Florida Music Educators Association. Along with my love of teaching music, I also perform my violin in the area at various events in my community. Because of the vast amount of classical repertoire that's been written for the violin, I mostly focus on these types of pieces with a focus on technique (so you can be the best player possible). However, I there is an awesome amount of literature that is just fun (fiddle, pop, etc.) so I am here to help and teach you with those types on genres as well!

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    Teaching Hours

    Sunday
    7 AM-11 AM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $42
    45 minutes
    $65
    60 minutes
    $84
    90 minutes
    $125
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    Experience

    Strings Adjudicator

    Nov, 2017 - Present

    Florida Orchestra Association

    Adjudicate Solo and Ensemble Musical Performance Assessment events around the state for various districts for the Florida Orchestra Association.

    Orchestra Teacher

    Aug, 2017 - Present

    Rowlett Middle Academy

    Teach Orchestra to middle school students.

    District 11 Chair Person

    Jul, 2017 - Present

    Florida Orchestra Association

    *Volunteer position* Set up and run events (such as Solo and Ensemble Musical Performance Assessment and Concert Musical Performance Assessment) and deal with the bookkeeping for school orchestras for 4 counties. I also serve on the State Board.

    Violin Teacher

    Jan, 2017 - Aug, 2017

    Music Compound

    Taught private violin lessons to children, teens, and adults.

    Orchestra and Chorus Teacher

    Aug, 2010 - May, 2017

    Braden River Middle School

    Taught Orchestra and Chorus to middle school students.

    Conductor/Teacher

    Jun, 2010 - Present

    Sarasota Youth Orchestra

    Conduct and teach Camerata Strings for the Sarasota Youth Orchestras. I also conduct for their summer camp each year and teach violin sectionals.

    Education

    Bachelors Degree in Music Education

    Aug, 2003 - Dec, 2009

    University of South Florida

    Masters Degree in Music Education

    Aug, 2013 - Dec, 2015

    University of South Florida

    Certifications

    Teaching Certificate

    Jun, 2015

    Florida Department of Education

    Awards

    Nominee for Teacher of the Year

    Oct, 2016

    Braden River Middle School

    Affiliations

    Florida Music Educators Association

    Aug, 2010

    The mission of the Florida Music Educators Association (FMEA) is to promote quality, comprehensive music education for all Florida Students as a part of their complete education.

    American String Teachers Association

    Aug, 2015

    The American String Teachers Association, founded more than 60 years ago, is a membership organization for string and orchestra teachers and players, helping them to develop and refine their careers. ASTA's members range from budding student teachers to artist-status performers. The organization provides a vast array of services, including instrument insurance, an award-winning scholarly journal, discounts on publications and resources, annual professional development opportunities, and access to collegial network of colleagues throughout the string profession.

    Florida Orchestra Association

    Aug, 2010

    FOA Mission: Provide support and training for members in teaching, leadership, and advocacy. Empower members through mentoring and continuing education. Empower members through mentoring and continuing education.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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