Violin with Ruth F.

I began studying the violin at the age of 4 with the assistant concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra. I studied violin though my junior year of college at Temple University, when I switched to the viola. I have extensive knowledge and proficiency on both instruments and have been teaching for 33 years. I teach all levels from beginning to advanced, preschool through mature adult . I have been told that I have a gift for teaching young children. I enjoy teaching! I get a great deal of satisfaction from watching a student master a concept, whether that student is 5, or 55; the thrill is the same! I tailor my lessons to each student's ability, personality, and time commitment. I set realistic and attainable goals and am very easy to work with. I use an interactive approach; I do not dictate what must be done. I value input from the students and their parents/caregivers and regularly review progress and needs. I welcome communications via email and phone. I am a member of the Pennsylvania Ballet Orchestra, Delaware Symphony Orchestra, and Opera Delaware. I substitute with The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Opera Philadelphia, and The Philly Pops. In addition, I am the violist for the Broadway at the Kimmel series.