Music

Violin

Mel P.

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Teaches online

Teaches all skill levels

Age: 5+

Speaks English

Teaching since 1968

Music Education

2 Repeated Students

Learn from Classical to Rock, Blues to Country, Irish fiddle to Jazz. Learn to by note or by ear !

Classical, traditional method and Suzuki method. Studied with Dr. John Kendall, founder of the Suzuki method for the United States. Have played with Southern Illinois University orchestra and the St. Louis Symphony exhibition concert. Have performed in Europe, North America and Asia.

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Brittany Dail Drive

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Main St.

Student's Home

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Teaching Hours

Monday

7 AM-1:15 PM

2 PM-2:30 PM

5:30 PM-6 PM

Tuesday

2 PM-2:30 PM

6 PM-7 PM

Wednesday

7 AM-11 AM

12 PM-12:45 PM

2 PM-2:30 PM

5:30 PM-7 PM

Thursday

7 AM-8 AM

9 AM-12 PM

5:15 PM-7 PM

Friday

7 AM-12:30 PM

4 PM-6:30 PM

Saturday

7 AM-10 AM

11:30 AM-4:30 PM

Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

Pricing

30 minutes

$29

45 minutes

$44

60 minutes

$59

About Mel P.

4.9

(61)

I have tons of experience and formal university training in music education. I have taught music in public, private and parochial schools through the years. But I have focused on private lessons mostly with my own business. I know how to take the complex and make it simple and fun! There are very good reasons my students rise to the top. Experience makes a difference, and I have more professional teaching experience than 99% of other instructors. Learning the best way, helps you learn faster and have fun while you succeed!

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98%

4.9

61 Reviews

Erik

Online

There are not enough stars to properly award Mr. Mel for his hard work and passion for his craft. Our son required a bit of extra guidance during his lessons, and Mr Mel would consistently think on the fly and successfully impart training. I cannot recommend him enough.

Posted Feb 10, 2024

Jim

Student's home

Takes time to make sure “I got it

Posted Feb 4, 2024

Jim

Student's home

Takes time to make sure “I got it

Posted Feb 4, 2024

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Experience

Musician

Jan, 2004 - Present

Own Business

Solo music performer on stringed instruments. Played concerts in North America, Europe, and Asia. Has been on radio and television nationally and internationally. Studio Musician for national recording artists in Billboard Magazines "Top 100".

Education

Music Education

Aug, 1970 - Jun, 1973

Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville

Certifications

Music Education

Jun, 1973

Southern Illinois University, Edwdardsville

Major in Music Education, Strings emphasis. Violin Scholarship. Studied under Dr. John Kendall and Dr. Kent Perry. Music Theory Eastman School of Music (NY) Member of Suzuki Association of the Americas Member of Mid America Music Association Member of American String Teachers Association Member of Missouri String Teachers Association

Awards

EMMY award

Aug, 1977

The National Academy of Television Arts

Affiliations

American String Teachers Association

Mar, 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.