Music Theory with Richard A.

Richard has participated in over 1000 film scores as studio violinist, and continues to perform as Principal for Danny Elfman,. He is also a composer for concert stage, video games, TV and film. He has been a featured composer at Sundance. Richard was also chosen among 12 composers worldwide to participate in the prestigious ASCAP Film Composers’ Workshop, Maintaining a 4.0 GPA, graduating with High Honors, Richard has earned Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Music. He currently works with several violin students teaches composition / theory, and Music Notation students in his studio and online via Skype. His philosophy about teaching involves the concept of an effortless, natural approach mentally and physically to playing the instrument and creating music. When conveying a particular concept to a student, he does not rest until the student truly demonstrates mastery or understanding of the skill. He is patient and affable, and conducts his lessons with good humor.