Jake P.
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Hello!
I am currently a freelance violist and strings teacher in the greater Hartford area. I completed a masters degree in viola performance at The Hartt School in December of 2018.
In the past year, I have collaborated with Teaching Artists International in traveling to Peru and Guatemala to observe and teach students immersed in the El Sistema philosophy. El Sistema began in Venezuela as a method of orchestral instruction that carries with it an essential component of social justice and inclusivity.
Teaching is a great opportunity to get to know a young artist. My primary goal as a teacher has always been to help my students develop technical and musical abilities through regular practice and problem solving approaches, while always encouraging a unique musical voice. In our lessons together, we will explore your personal musical interests, and I will also introduce you to an applied technical approach to the viola and violin, which I will cater to your individual technical and musical needs!
I would be more than happy to answer any specific questions you have about my pedagogical approach, and I look forward to hearing from you!
All the best,
-Jake Pietroniro-
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Speaks German -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Reviews (8)
Really looking forward to further lessons. I especially appreciate the numerous technical tips and practice suggestions for ease of play and better sound. Really nice and patient; great teaching personality.
It was a pleasure working with Jake. Looking forward to our next lesson.
Jake was great. Articulate, calm, encouraging. He understood my requests and was quick to asses what action to take. Thanks Jake.
Jake has a keen sense of how to pace lessons, and has a sharp eye & ear for technique. If I had just taught myself through YouTube I might be okay at violin, but the quality would be nowhere near where it is today without Jake's help. These lessons have been a good investment and I look forward to improving even more.
Show MoreJake Pietroniro is an excellent teacher and colleague. I’ve work with him for the last couple years and he has a great ability to tailor lessons to each students individual needs. I highly recommend Jake to any student interested in improving their musical abilities.
Show MoreMy daughter began her first year of violin lessons with Jake at her school when she was in 4th grade . She enjoyed taking lessons with him and remembers discussions they had about the history of the violin. She said he was a good teacher - patient and explained things well. She received a good fundamental background in the violin and that has carried over to her continuing into her second year of lessons.
Show MoreFantastic teacher! I worked with Jake at the Incredible Children's Art Network (formerly of Santa Barbara, CA) and had watched Jake build positive healthy relationships with each of our students. He focused on establishing a safe learning environment and individualizing lessons for students with various needs.
His easy going temperament, open mind, and professional mindset made him easy to work with as a colleague.
I worked with Jake at the Incredible Children's Art Network. Jake has a dedication to students' learning, great adaptability and flexibility with different learners, and a willingness to embrace feedback to better his teaching. He forms meaningful relationships with his students and uses his expertise to help their musical development.
Parents: He's responsible, respectful, and genuinely cares for your child's musical development. At the Incredible Children's Art Network, he worked extensively with first-year, beginning violin students (ages 7-9).
Private students: Jake is an accomplished performer, great communicator, and can help you grow musically, while making violin/viola fun.
Experience
Instructor of Viola and Violin
Aug 2018 - PresentSummit Studios
Instructor of Viola and Violin
Aug 2017 - PresentDownright Music
Work Desk Assistant
Aug 2017 - PresentThe Hartt School Performance Library
Instructor of Viola and Violin
Jul 2017 - PresentSharps and Flats
Teaching Artist
Aug 2015 - Jun 2016The Incredible Children's Art Network
iCAN is an el-sistema based after school program located in Santa Barbara, CA. Some of my responsibilities included individual instruction of violin, viola, and cello, group lessons, and the leading of student ensembles.
Strings Teacher
Aug 2015 - Jun 2016Santa Barbara Symphony
I ran after school group violin lessons in the Santa Barbara and Goleta areas. For many of my students, this group lesson was their first experience with playing violin, so my responsibilities included setting each student up comfortably, and teaching the very basics of technique.
Education
Masters in Music, emphasis Viola Performance
Jan 2017 - Dec 2018The Hartt School
Bachelor of Arts in Music, emphasis Viola Performance
Jul 2011 - Jun 2015The University of California at Santa Barbara
Languages
German
Limited Proficiency
Awards
1st Prize
Mar 2017The Hartt School Annual Chamber Music Competition
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