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I love helping students who are new to an instrument gain the confidence and skills necessary to pursue it long-term. As a former orchestra teacher, I have a soft spot for strings. My students tend to develop a genuine love for their instrument and desire to continue studying.
About David
I love music. I love playing it, writing it, teaching it, listening to it, even analyzing the theory! I'm a bit (a huge bit) of a music nerd.
I've been playing piano since I was five years old, and guitar since eleven. I have a Bachelor's of Music Education, with classical guitar being my primary instrument. In the past, I have taught middle and high school orchestras, elementary general music, I have been the Executive Director of a non-profit youth orchestra, and I have maintained private students because of my passion for teaching one-on-one. I have a particular knack for getting middle school-aged through adult students excited about new aspects of music.
My passion truly is to share music with others, whether that is through teaching private lessons, teaching in public school settings, composing, or simply bringing a
I've been playing piano since I was five years old, and guitar since eleven. I have a Bachelor's of Music Education, with classical guitar being my primary instrument. In the past, I have taught middle and high school orchestras, elementary general music, I have been the Executive Director of a non-profit youth orchestra, and I have maintained private students because of my passion for teaching one-on-one. I have a particular knack for getting middle school-aged through adult students excited about new aspects of music.
My passion truly is to share music with others, whether that is through teaching private lessons, teaching in public school settings, composing, or simply bringing a
friend to a concert.
Aside from music, I love being outside. Skiing, fly-fishing, and backpacking are some of my favorite things in the world.
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I teach guitar (beginning through advanced), and beginning violin, viola, and cello.
Although classical guitar is my primary strength, I am more than willing to teach any style that a student may want to learn. If you want to learn rock, blues, jazz, etc. I'd be thrilled to teach you that particular genre. To me, style is simply a vehicle to learn over-arching musical ideas and skills.
The most important skill that I can help students develop is reading music. If a student can read music, regardless of current technical ability, ambition, or musical preferences, they will be able to learn more music than I will ever be able to teach them. I make it my serious goal to teach myself out of a job, to give students the tools that they need to go out and learn as much as they possibly can (or want to), so that when our lessons eventually come to an end, they have a solid base from which to grow.
My personal style is fairly laid back. I am a very easy-going individual, but I do expect that my students practice. As long as a student is practicing and putting forth effort, I will bend over backwards to help them.
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I have my own instruments and books. I expect students to have their own instrument and be willing to buy books as well.
*** Specialties ***
Classical Guitar
Aside from music, I love being outside. Skiing, fly-fishing, and backpacking are some of my favorite things in the world.
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I teach guitar (beginning through advanced), and beginning violin, viola, and cello.
Although classical guitar is my primary strength, I am more than willing to teach any style that a student may want to learn. If you want to learn rock, blues, jazz, etc. I'd be thrilled to teach you that particular genre. To me, style is simply a vehicle to learn over-arching musical ideas and skills.
The most important skill that I can help students develop is reading music. If a student can read music, regardless of current technical ability, ambition, or musical preferences, they will be able to learn more music than I will ever be able to teach them. I make it my serious goal to teach myself out of a job, to give students the tools that they need to go out and learn as much as they possibly can (or want to), so that when our lessons eventually come to an end, they have a solid base from which to grow.
My personal style is fairly laid back. I am a very easy-going individual, but I do expect that my students practice. As long as a student is practicing and putting forth effort, I will bend over backwards to help them.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I have my own instruments and books. I expect students to have their own instrument and be willing to buy books as well.
*** Specialties ***
Classical Guitar
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· Cello · In home
· Cello · In studio
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David has been a great guitar teacher for my teenage kid! He was patient with her but he also challenged her to work harder. My kid learned a lot in just a few months, from no experience to being able to play somewhat difficult scales and chords! I believe that Davidâs experiences both as a high school teacher and as a musician help him to be a great guitar teacher.
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David K.
Seattle, WA 98178
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About Jonathan
I have nearly thirty years of experience working with students of all ages, both in private and group settings. I have also taught in Latin America - in Spanish.
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· Violin · In home
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Jonathan G.
Seattle, WA 98105
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About Larissa M.
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Teaching is one of my greatest joys! All ages are welcome to study with me. It is my calling to work with all students' experiences and goals, such as competing in conservatory auditions, playing your favorite songs, or having an interest in the instrument with a completely clean slate.
“Talent” is a widely misunderstood concept. As a teacher, I don't believe talent is born. Talent is an artful skill. This skill is made through practice: concentrated sessions of mindful repetition, silent awareness, and craft. Anyone can learn an instrument with the right mindset and the right instruction.
My lessons are designed to develop the musical potential that every student has by guiding students to produce their most beautiful sound and feel a balanced and natural comfort with their instrument. Students develop a thorough understanding of the relationship between anatomy and sound for optimum technique, and how to practice efficiently and independently. In other words, my students ...
About Larissa
Larissa Mapua is a Filipino-American violist dedicated to sharing her passion for music as a performer, teacher, and music education advocate. Selected by the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, she performed Debussy's String Quartet, Op.10 at the U.S. Capitol for members of the 114th U.S. Congress. She was invited to perform for Fidel V. Ramos, the 12th President of the Philippines, selections from J.S. Bach's Cello Suites, in 2012. She has performed at the Kennedy Center's Millenium Stage, Atlanta Symphony Hall, and on live television for Georgia Public Broadcasting. As an orchestral musician, Ms. Mapua held principal positions at the Brevard Music Center and DePaul University Chamber Orchestra, and assistant principal for Indiana University Jacobs School Symphony and Opera Orchestras. She can be heard with the Bowling Green Phi
lharmonia on volumes of The Voice of the Composer: New Music from Bowling Green on Albany Records. Furthermore, she has performed for the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra and Columbus Indiana Philharmonic. Ms. Mapua has worked with conductors Robert Spano, Donald Runnicles, Carl St. Clair, Mei-Ann Chen, Gilbert Varga, Jung-Ho Pak, and Keith Lockhart.
Her solo engagements include Hindemith's Trauermusik with Michael Alexander conducting at Kennesaw State University in 2010. She has also performed at Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival, the National Music Festival, Brevard Music Center, and Madeline Island Chamber Music. Ms. Mapua has played in master classes for a number of musicians, including Lembi Veskimets, Peter Slowik, Erika Eckert, Phillip Ying, and Sheila Browne. She has worked with members of the Ariel Quartet, the Chiara String Quartet, and the Arianna Quartet. The National Federation of Music Clubs recognized her achievements with the Rose Thomas Smith Award. In 2016, she received her Bachelor of Music degree in viola performance at DePaul University, where she studied with Rami Solomonow and Doyle Armbrust. Additionally, she studied with Matthew Daline and Allyson Fleck. She graduated with her Master of Music degree in performance at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music in 2018. Currently, she studies with Edward Gazouleas.
Her solo engagements include Hindemith's Trauermusik with Michael Alexander conducting at Kennesaw State University in 2010. She has also performed at Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival, the National Music Festival, Brevard Music Center, and Madeline Island Chamber Music. Ms. Mapua has played in master classes for a number of musicians, including Lembi Veskimets, Peter Slowik, Erika Eckert, Phillip Ying, and Sheila Browne. She has worked with members of the Ariel Quartet, the Chiara String Quartet, and the Arianna Quartet. The National Federation of Music Clubs recognized her achievements with the Rose Thomas Smith Award. In 2016, she received her Bachelor of Music degree in viola performance at DePaul University, where she studied with Rami Solomonow and Doyle Armbrust. Additionally, she studied with Matthew Daline and Allyson Fleck. She graduated with her Master of Music degree in performance at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music in 2018. Currently, she studies with Edward Gazouleas.
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· Violin · Online
We have one in person visit a month and 4 on line lessons and it works beautifully!!!
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Larissa M.
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About Yoon Jae L.
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I teach beginner and intermediate viola students helping them develop their bow technique and intonation.
About Yoon Jae
I am a highly-skilled professional musician certified as a certified Steinway education partner with over 14 years of teaching experience. I offer lessons in classical piano, violin, viola, conducting, arranging/orchestration as well as private tutoring in ear training and theory.
My main instrument is piano and I specialize in teaching students who already play the instrument and wish to get a more in-depth experience with piano literature by learning new repertoire and developing their technique. I also teach adult beginners and young beginners whose parents have a dedicated commitment to having their children make music an integral part of their education. For all my students, I emphasize the importance of practicing efficiently and developing critical listening skills. This encourages consistent improvement and whatever your perso
My main instrument is piano and I specialize in teaching students who already play the instrument and wish to get a more in-depth experience with piano literature by learning new repertoire and developing their technique. I also teach adult beginners and young beginners whose parents have a dedicated commitment to having their children make music an integral part of their education. For all my students, I emphasize the importance of practicing efficiently and developing critical listening skills. This encourages consistent improvement and whatever your perso
nal piano goals and skill levels are, I will help you improve and enjoy playing the piano more. I am very patient, encouraging and supportive of your desire to play the piano better. In addition to piano, I teach beginner and intermediate violin and viola students.
I encourage all my students to perform once or twice a year but this is entirely optional and based on the student's comfort level.
I am available and willing to travel to your home for an extra fee as long as public transportation is available.
I encourage all my students to perform once or twice a year but this is entirely optional and based on the student's comfort level.
I am available and willing to travel to your home for an extra fee as long as public transportation is available.
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· Classical Piano · In studio
· Violin · In home
· Piano · In home
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Yoon Jae L.
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About Kyle C.
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I teach basic through intermediate viola using the Essential Elements repertoire and my own personalized string exercises. Group lessons are available but I do not teach Suzuki.
About Kyle
Hello potential students! I have a B.A. in instrumental music education and composition. I have taught private lessons for over 12 years. Teaching private music lessons is my primary job, so I have much experience and wisdom compared to teachers who teach "on the side." Students of all ages stay with me a long time because I am very flexible in my teaching and know how to interact with many personalities and learning styles, producing great results and progress. My specialties are piano, woodwinds, and music technology (i.e. recording and production).
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· Piano · In home
· Piano · In home
· Upright Bass · In studio
Kyle was able to take me from sounding like a lower octave version of Jack Benny (a mid-20th century comedian famous for his howlingly horrid violin playing) to a level where I know how to hold the instrument and the bow, the fingerings, bowing technique, and how to get a very respectable sound from the instrument.
He also installed the strings when I received the new instrument, found a manufacturing flaw in the bridge height that the manufacturer subsequently paid to repair, and diagnosed a resonance issue with the instrument that was corrected with a balance weight on the string below the bridge.
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Kyle C.
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About Krisztina K.
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I've been teaching viola for 7 years. Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to get familiar with the viola and learn basic skills on the instrument and as time goes on you'll be able to play songs and read music. I specialize in classical and modern pop, typically use Hal Leonard and Suzuki books, and have the following tools available for your lessons: piano for accompaniment, music stand. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you!
About Krisztina
Hi, there! My name is Krisztina and I can't wait to meet you! I've been teaching private lessons since 2010. I love helping my students to learn how to play the violin, to be able to play their favorite tunes or helping them preparing for auditions for schools and ensembles. I went to the Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, Hungary and earned my Masters Degree in Music in 2010. I'm a friendly and patient teacher and my teaching style engages student in the learning process also fun, and creative. I look forward helping you to reach your goals!
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Krisztina K.
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About Sarah W.
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Experienced performer and pedagogue of 6 years, students of all ages and levels welcome! Lessons are customized and catered to the needs/goals of each student. Lessons are focused around technique, repertoire, and basic theory to ensure each student develops the strong foundation necessary to achieve their musical goals.
About Sarah
Sarah Wenger is a recent graduate of University of Nebraska-Lincoln; earning her Bachelors of Music in Violin Performance. She has distinguished herself as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral player, as well as having a keen interest in teaching.
Sarah has performed extensively throughout the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Europe, and has served as section violinist of the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra as well as concertmaster of the UNL Symphony Orchestra during her time there. She has studied privately with and worked with internationally recognized performing artists and teachers.
In addition to performing, Sarah has a love for string pedagogy and has been an active instructor in the Kansas City, Lincoln, and Seattle areas. She is currently an elementary strings teacher at Lockwood Elementary, private strings instructor, and ch
Sarah has performed extensively throughout the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Europe, and has served as section violinist of the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra as well as concertmaster of the UNL Symphony Orchestra during her time there. She has studied privately with and worked with internationally recognized performing artists and teachers.
In addition to performing, Sarah has a love for string pedagogy and has been an active instructor in the Kansas City, Lincoln, and Seattle areas. She is currently an elementary strings teacher at Lockwood Elementary, private strings instructor, and ch
amber music coach with the Northshore School District and Seattle Chamber Music Society. She enjoys working with people from all different backgrounds and ages.
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Sarah W.
Mukilteo, WA 98275
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About Micah L.
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Viola teacher seeking students in the beginning/intermediate range! All ages welcome! I design my lessons to match both the expressive and technical goals of my students. I want you to love what you're playing, and see how it's helping you improve you craft. I'll help you develop your technique, theory, ear training, and more all while working on music you enjoy. Let's get started!
About Micah
I am a private music instructor with a background in chamber ensemble. I've been playing the viola for over a decade now, and it's brought me many joys.
My primary point of interest as a teacher is musicality. That is, I've found over the years that most students see the kind of improvement they want when they're learning technique through artistic sensitivity, instead of the other way around. Learning to marry technique and artistry is essential to strong musicianship, and you always learn best when you're working on something you enjoy! In many cases, that can mean learning to enjoy music you otherwise wouldn't through artistic technique.
Personally, I love Romantic and 20th Century era classical music. I am also a fan of Jazz, Blues, Film Composition, and Musical Theater. I'm particularly fond of composers like Britten, Dvorak,
My primary point of interest as a teacher is musicality. That is, I've found over the years that most students see the kind of improvement they want when they're learning technique through artistic sensitivity, instead of the other way around. Learning to marry technique and artistry is essential to strong musicianship, and you always learn best when you're working on something you enjoy! In many cases, that can mean learning to enjoy music you otherwise wouldn't through artistic technique.
Personally, I love Romantic and 20th Century era classical music. I am also a fan of Jazz, Blues, Film Composition, and Musical Theater. I'm particularly fond of composers like Britten, Dvorak,
and Schoenberg.
My passion is teaching, and helping people meet their learning goals. I look forward to meeting you and helping you become a wonderful musician!
My passion is teaching, and helping people meet their learning goals. I look forward to meeting you and helping you become a wonderful musician!
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Micah L.
Tacoma, WA 98406
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About Gerson E.
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Viola is the most magical instrument and it will bring you the most beautiful experiences in life! I'll help you to develop a good technique and also modern sounds and techniques! I'll teach you the helpful tool of sight-read music so you can be an amazing prepared player
About Gerson
The young musician, singer, violinist, violist, and pianist born on December 2, 1992 in Quito, Ecuador. His early musical studies were conducted at the National Conservatory of Music of Ecuador from six years of age, in this institution was part of the Children's Choir who then participated in several competitions at national and international levels getting the top, subsequently was invited to be soloist of the "Polyphonic Choir Children" of the OPAM with whom he traveled to Europe to represent Ecuador in the "Olympics corals Competition, Bremen -Germany" 2004 – 2005.
His college has conducted at the University of the Hemispheres in Quito, where reinforces their knowledge in classical music. Later he continued his studies in COM (College of Music) from the Universidad San Francisco de Quito where he received a solid education in contempo
His college has conducted at the University of the Hemispheres in Quito, where reinforces their knowledge in classical music. Later he continued his studies in COM (College of Music) from the Universidad San Francisco de Quito where he received a solid education in contempo
rary music and a specialization in Jazz, Brazilian music, and improvisation (scat) as a vocalist, he also starts his studies in Violin, Viola, and orchestra. This institution has given the opportunity to continue his studies at Berklee College of Music, Boston United States where he got his Degree in Performance and Professional Music in the year 2017.
Gerson Eguiguren has performed in several countries like Ecuador, Colombia, Mexico, United States, Greece, Germany and France, many concerts as a singer, violist and violinist with several of the most recognized figures in the art world and in major venues in Ecuador and the United States, this experience has generated in him a very important background about different musical styles such as the Latin American music, Indian, Arabic, jazz, Brazilian, Classic, and world music in general.
At the young age of 17 he starts teaching music lessons at the “Franz List Conservatory” and “Fretless Music Academy” where he creates the educational program for kids called “Pintando con la música” (Painting with music) Program that tries to involve kids into the music world through art, developing physical and creative skills and passion for the music studies.
Now located in Boston since August 2014, has participated in several concerts with world-class personalities such as Susana Baca, Bill Whelan, A. R. Rahman, Joyce Moreno, Jacob Collier, Milton Nascimento, Patrick Doyle, Beyoncé’s First Band, Tigran Hamasyan, Toninho Horta Oscar Stagnaro, Pablo Ziegler, Peter Eldridge, Kenny Werner Maysaa Karaa, Bill Mobley, just to name few of them.
Gerson Eguiguren has performed in several countries like Ecuador, Colombia, Mexico, United States, Greece, Germany and France, many concerts as a singer, violist and violinist with several of the most recognized figures in the art world and in major venues in Ecuador and the United States, this experience has generated in him a very important background about different musical styles such as the Latin American music, Indian, Arabic, jazz, Brazilian, Classic, and world music in general.
At the young age of 17 he starts teaching music lessons at the “Franz List Conservatory” and “Fretless Music Academy” where he creates the educational program for kids called “Pintando con la música” (Painting with music) Program that tries to involve kids into the music world through art, developing physical and creative skills and passion for the music studies.
Now located in Boston since August 2014, has participated in several concerts with world-class personalities such as Susana Baca, Bill Whelan, A. R. Rahman, Joyce Moreno, Jacob Collier, Milton Nascimento, Patrick Doyle, Beyoncé’s First Band, Tigran Hamasyan, Toninho Horta Oscar Stagnaro, Pablo Ziegler, Peter Eldridge, Kenny Werner Maysaa Karaa, Bill Mobley, just to name few of them.
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Definitely recommend him to everyone!
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Gerson E.
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