
Nancy K. L.

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About Nancy K. L.
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I have been the head instructor of Leggy Fish Music Lessons since 2008. I first studied violin at the age of 6 with Chelain Stevenson from the Phoenix Symphony, studied with various studio teachers, eventually studying with Dr. Phyllis Skoldberg at Arizona State University in my formative childhood years (who studied with the great pedagogue Ivan Galamian). I also started studying viola and started to play the beautiful instrument at the age of 15 and played it in orchestras, often doubling when needed. I also participated in music festivals like Brevard and Tanglewood and studied with Dr. William Tewilliger from the University of South Carolina and Laura Park from the Boston Symphony before receiving a full orchestra scholarship to Arizona State University. I studied classical violin performance there with the late Dr. Frank Spinosa and also studied piano before transferring to Berklee College of Music where I studied jazz and improv music while earning her bachelor's degree in music business. I studied the cello and have played it in several recording sessions and bands.
"It's been an incredible journey for me, touring with bands, playing in orchestras, and collaborating with the most amazing talent in every place I was lucky to live in; Arizona, New York, Massachusetts, and California....which has been my home for the last 10 years! I love sharing my experiences and teaching my students everything I've learned and continue to learn."
I have over 25 years of private teaching experience as a private contractor at many music schools, conservatories, and private studios including the Silverlake Conservatory, the Bloom School of Music, La Canada School of Music, The Joe Ferrante Music Academy and the Green Brooms School of Music to name a few. I also taught in private and public schools including Saint Ignatius Loyola School and with the Midori & Friends program in New York City. I am also an active member of the American String Teachers Association. I am an in-demand classically trained and improvising violinist, violist, and cellist originally from the Wild West. With over 30 years of professional performing experience, I am an active Los Angeles-based session musician, live performing artist, and sought after teacher. I have toured the country with off Broadway musical 'Titanic' the San Francisco gypsy jazz group, 'The George Cole Quintet' and has collaborated with a myriad of talented artists for session work.
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Nancy was excellent. She was no nonsense and to the point in her lessons. We never wasted time and I always left with a little more knowledge under my belt. I’ve moved out of LA and have hired other instructors but none as succinct as Nancy. I definitely got my money’s worth with Nancy. I would return to her for lessons if I returned to LA.

Nancy is a wonderful teacher, my teenage son began with her at the awkward age of 14, new to the violin and a requirement of his new school.
She not only got him playing, but instilled a love of music and of composition. Nancy was also incredibly supportive and encouraging as my son transitioned and has a special place in our hearts

New to LA , I found Leggy Fish Music on my second search for cello teacher. I’m so glad I did. Nancy is great teacher , working with me as some one late to music on basics as well as creative methods.
She creates new and different classes - group , and mash up with different musicians and instruments.
She seems to get the best from all her students.

Nancy Kuo is one of the very best music instructors one could hope to study with. Her instruction is precise and coherent, and geared to what the student needs at the time. She is also fun and light hearted, understanding that we students can sometimes be more critical of ourselves than she would be. Take a chance to enrich your life with music, and study with Nancy. You won't regret it!
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Violin/Viola/Cello Teacher
Jan 2014 - PresentBloom School of Music
I taught private violin, viola, cello and piano lessons to children from beginner through advanced levels in all musical genres. I worked with each student and accessed their individual needs, incorporating a rich curriculum of technique, ear training, note reading, improvisation, and music theory to ensure musical comprehension at the highest level. In addition to logging detailed assignments and concepts, I regularly communicated educational expectations and students’ progress to parents and administrative staff.
Violin/Viola/Cello/Piano Instructor
Jan 2008 - PresentLeggy Fish Music Lessons
I have a passion for music education. She is the head instructor and owner of Leggy Fish Music Lessons offering customized and quality private and group lessons both live and online.
Education
Music Business
Sep 1999 - May 2001Berklee College of Music
Violin Performance
Jan 1996 - Aug 1999Arizona State University
Languages
Mandarin Chinese
Limited Proficiency
Taiwanese
Professional Proficiency
Certifications
Bachelor’s of Music
May 2001Berklee College of Music
Awards
Berklee BEST Scholarship
Aug 1999Berklee College of Music
Full Orchestra Scholarship
Sep 1996Arizona State University
Affiliations
American String Teachers Association
Jan 2015American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers
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