Private Violin/viola Lessons
Liz Sacks
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(60)
In this ongoing course, students will benefit from 1:1 instruction in playing, reading, and learning music on their violin or viola.
Class experience
Students will learn in a one on one format where their needs and skills will drive the direction of the course. Each week will be a progression at the student's own pace and style. Students and parents can expect a tailored course of instruction that is responsive to each student's own strengths and needs. My teaching style is student centered, where what each student loves, what inspires them, and their own unique approach to learning is an important part of creating personalized lesson...
Students will learn how to read music. Students will learn the basics of violin or viola playing including Bow control, Finger positioning, Tone and Pitch, and basic Music Theory and Notation. Students should arrive for class prepared with violin/viola, music book, and pencil, having practiced for the week.
Violinist for 25 years.
Homework Offered
Students will be expected to practice 20-30 minutes 5 days a week in order to master each lesson.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Learned progress is assessed in ongoing performance of assigned material.Grades Offered
Before the first lesson, students and parents may benefit from ensuring the violin is in good condition, with all 4 strings, and tuned. If this is not something you are knowledgeable about, but need to accomplish prior to the first lesson, you can message me for details, and I will gladly assist! Each beginner student will be expected to buy a Suzuki Violin Volume 1 book, or Essential Elements book 1, both are under $10 on Amazon. If you'd like to choose which may fit your student best, we can discuss that during the initial lesson to determine best fit before buying the book, as both methods are very different and both are excellent choices . Students who have previous experience studying violin may bring whatever material they've completed prior to determine their playing skill and needs. Students may be given access to Musicca, and noteflight via screen share. No accounts are required on these resources, but students can benefit from their own free noteflight accounts to create their own compositions. Students will also be given access to practice videos and tools on Youtube
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Violin: Suzuki Volume 1 for Violin Viola: Suzuki Volume 1 for Viola Students will also be given access to youtube links from NC Cadenza Strings, and Jenny Yun to use as practice aids. Students may also be given access to the Musicca online piano by link to assist in tuning and pitch checks.
I teach Violin and Viola, and my teaching style is learner and interest centered. I offer materials that cover classical, folk/fiddle, and pop style of playing, and can work with students to learn familiar and fun music like Disney favorites,...
1-on-1 Lessons
$33
per sessionMeets on demand
25 min
Completed by 200 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-18
