1-on-1 Violin or Viola Lessons - 45 Min
During our private lessons, students will learn valuable skills when playing their instrument. We will work on intonation, tone, rhythm, musicality, and performance techniques using a variety of method books and songs.
Marissa Amphay
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(8)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed45 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Homework will consist of daily practicing.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 12
Beginner - Advanced Level
What will be taught? - How to successfully make a beautiful sound on the violin/viola What topics will be covered? - This is dependent on the level of your student. Below are examples of what we would learn if your student is a beginner. - note reading - rhythm - intonation - steady beat - pizzicato and arco How will this class be structured? - Tuning - Warm-up - Technique exercises - Focused song How will I teach? - Students are expected to practice between our weekly lessons. I like to listen to what the student has practiced fully, before we dive deep into the different music that we will be working on. I will teach using examples of my own playing. Whats my teaching style? - I like to use a variety of methods when teaching beginner and intermediate violin/viola students. I use exercises from the Essential Elements method books, as well as pieces from Solos for Young Violinists. I am always open to working on pieces outside of the repertoire that I personally own. How much will learners get to interact with me? - Lessons will be one on one where we will play back and forth. Students will be able to demonstrate what they are learning every week.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of either the violin or viola.Students will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the difference between pizzicato and arco.
Other Details
Supply List
Materials that are needed for one-on-one violin/viola lessons - An instrument that you either own or are renting, fitted to the correct size of the learner. - A bow that matches the size of the instrument - Shoulder Rest - Rosin - cleaning rag - Music stand (If you need guidance on how to find a good quality instrument, Shar Music is a great place to start - sharmusic.com. Unfortunately, Amazon is not the best place to purchase an instrument) For complete and early beginners - - Essential Elements book 1 - I Can Read Music Volume One: Violin/Viola - Suzuki Violin/Viola Vol. 1 For Intermediate Students - Above the First Position for Violin - Suzuki Violin Vol. 2 or - Introducing the Positions for Viola Vol. 1 Third and Half Positions - Suzuki Viola Vol. 2 Each student is different and learns at their own pace. Identifying what level your student is at can be difficult. I like to use our first lesson as a way to gauge where they are at and what we will be working on.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2024
5.0
8reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
I have a Honors Bachlor's in Music Education with a focus in violin. I started learning piano at the age of five, and began learning the violin in the 6th grade. While working toward my degree, I also took private lessons for the viola, cello, and double bass. During my time at the university, I was given the opportunity to participate in the full orchestra on campus, performing a wide variety of classical music. Currently, I am performing in a community orchestra in my town where we perform four performances a year, as well as in person teaching a local music school. I do have 3 years of experience in public school teaching at the elementary level, teaching general music. Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$50
per sessionMeets on demand
45 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-18
