Private 1:1 Violin Lessons With a Professional Symphony Musician!
Private Violin Lessons for All Skill Levels with a Professional Symphony Musician!
Marlena Nova
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(58)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will consist of individual practice at home throughout the week with the help of a parent, caregiver, or older sibling if necessary. For beginners I recommend a minimum of 15 minutes of violin practice per day. For intermediate-advanced students a minimum of 30 minutes per day is recommended.Assessment
Learner process is assessed by observing their engagement in the class, and their progress on the instrument. There is no official letter grades assigned. Instead I will offer consistent and ongoing feedback to the student that is helpful, supportive and practical. Students are encouraged to write notes and set practice goals for the week. Parents will be kept up to date on the progress of the lessons, and sent any materials necessary for the student's practice that week.Grading
includedClass Experience
This is a private class for learners of any age and experience level to start or continue violin lessons. Students do not require any previous experience with the violin or music lessons- only a genuine interest and willingness to learn. I assess the individual needs and interests of each student, and design a structured course that will both challenge and encourage them. Lessons are first and foremost FUN- they will make the learner want to come back! I can teach learners Classical pieces, Pop songs, or their favourite Movie/TV theme songs. Though I am classically trained, I welcome a wide range of musical interests in my studio, and encourage improvisation and musical autonomy. I use fun interactive games to teach tonal and rhythmic awareness, and embrace music theory, active listening and mindfulness as an integrated part of the curriculum. Students are encouraged to use their natural creativity and curiosity to facilitate their learning. The priority will be on the cultivating the joy of music making! This course is also suitable for and welcome to violists of all levels.
Learning Goals
Together we will develop and support your passion for music, and the ability to focus and creatively problem solve. We will use the Suzuki Violin School as the basis for our lessons, learning such songs as Twinkle Little Star, Lightly Row and Minuet 1 among others. I also welcome students to request songs that they like from other genres such as film scores, pop or rock songs. For example, a student of mine recently learned "My Heart Will Go On" from the Titanic. The curriculum will vary depending on the age and level of the student, but the general learning objectives will remain the same- to gain an appreciation for music and conquer progress goals week after week.
At first our lessons will be about...
♫ Proper Playing Position
♫ Holding the Violin and Bow
♫ The Roles of the Right and Left Hands
♫ The Names of the Violin and Bow Parts and Their Functions (ex. Tailpiece, Fine Tuners)
♫ Open Strings
♫ Playing With Our First and Second Fingers
♫ Recognizing Basic Rhythms
♫ How to Tune Your Violin
♫ Learning "Hot Cross Buns" and "Twinkle Little Star"
After 1-2 months of lessons our learning objectives may look more like...
♫Learning Basic Songs From Suzuki Violin Vol. 1, or other Independent Methods
♫ Performing For Others
♫ Developing a Beautiful Sound
♫ Musical Phrasing
♫ Note Reading
♫ Mindful Practice
♫ Active Listening
♫ Tonal Awareness
♫ Introduction to Improvisation
Other Details
Supply List
♫ A Notebook ♫ Pencil with Eraser ♫ Violin with Supplies (bow, case, rosin, tuner) ♫ Suzuki Violin School Vol. 1
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Suzuki Violin Method Book 1
Joined October, 2020
4.8
58reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Ottawa
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Ottawa
♫ Masters of Music from the University of Ottawa
♫ Over 20 Years Playing Experience
♫ Over 10 Years Teaching Experience
♫ Played Professionally with the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra, National Academy Orchestra and Thunder Bay Symphony OrchestraReviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$35
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Completed by 61 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-18
