Suzuki #1, #2, #3 / Ms. J / Ages 7-18 / Beginner-Advance Ongoing Violin Class
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Bowing, finger, and/or scale exercises in addition to a song worked for a performance or the exam. Every day practice of 20-30 mins is required. Music video or audio of the song practiced is recommended to be listen to as much as possible as well.Assessment
I write a written report after every exam or performance, and if I notice any concerns that need to be addressed, I let the parent know as well!Class Experience
Join me for an exciting Suzuki #1, #2 or #3 ongoing violin class for a violin player with good note reading skills and violin posture at a beginner, intermediate, and/or advanced beginner level. This class applies the Suzuki teaching method emphasizing the importance of music listening, repetition, memorization and positive reinforcement in daily practice. Students will learn everything there's to know about violin playing and begin to look and sound more like a violinist who knows what they're doing! "Suzuki method is based on a belief that children learn to play music the same way that they learn to speak their native language through imitation and repetition." ** Students are advised to have some knowledge of beginner music theory and note reading skills. If NOT, I recommend that learners first try my Beginner Violin Essentials violin class and/or Beginner Music Theory: Mastering Musical Fundamentals class. COURSE CONTENT AND TOPICS COVERED: BOOK # 1: BEGINNER SUZUKI 1. Proper Violin Posture 2. Rhythm Builder (Twinkle Twinkle in different variations) 3. Left Hand Note Reading (3 basic fingers and patterns) 4. Scales (A+D+G major) 5. The Right Hand Bowing (staccato, legato string crossings, pizzicato, slurs, hooked bowing) 6. Performance Songs and Repertoire (Lightly Row, Song of the Wind, Minuet No.1, 2, and 3 by Bach) BOOK # 2: INTERMEDIATE SUZUKI 1. Left Hand + More Finger Patterns 2. Rhythm Builder (Long, Long Ago in different variations) 3. Extended 4th Finger 4. Scales (D+A minor and Bb major) 5. The Right Hand Bowing (up bow staccato, string crossings+hooked bowing at a quicker tempo) 6. Performance Songs and Repertoire (Waltz by Brahms, Minuet by Boccherini) BOOK # 3: ADVANCED SUZUKI 1. Left Hand + Advanced Finger Patterns 2. Vibrato 3. Scales (Bb major+G melodic minor) 4. Third Position and Double Stops 5. The Right Hand Bowing (more complex slurs and string crossings on a slur, staccato and string crossings, and the introduction of double stop execution) 6. Performance Songs and Repertoire (Minuet by Bach, Humoresque by Dvorak, Bourree by Bach) MATERIALS REQUIRED: a) Violin of proper size with finger markings b) Rosin for the bow c) Violin Tuner (battery or a free APP) d) Suzuki Violin Book 1 or Suzuki Violin Book 2 or Suzuki Violin Book 3 CLASS ROUTINE: ~ Scale warmups at different rhythms to help stretch left hand finger patterns ~ Review and help with music theory (if needed) ~ Listening to video and/or audio clips of classical songs to help improve listening skills and tonalization ~ Repetition and memorization enforced to help learners reach their maximum potential ~ Performance exams of every song TEACHING STYLE: > Through videos and many demonstrations, I teach Suzuki violin technique in fun and creative ways easy for learners to comprehend and apply in their practice > A lot of practice as well as learner's involvement in the class is constantly enforced through many repetitions, examples, questions asked and open conversations > I like to pursue an ongoing student/teacher interaction to help every learner stay fully engaged in the material that they're learning as well as have an awesome experience > Good communication and a clear understanding of words and numbers are very important so that the learner applies them into their daily violin practice with confidence Let's learn to play violin like a pro! Julijana
Learning Goals
Students will learn and improve on left hand fingering (all 4 fingers), different bowing styles and techniques (staccato, legato string crossings, pizzicato, slurs, hooked bowing), different scale types (D, A, G, Bb Major), 1st and 3rd finger positions, introduction to double stops, rhythm and different bow speeds, note reading and music theory as well as dynamics.
Other Details
Supply List
1. Violin of proper size with shoulder rest, rosin and finger markings 2. Music stand and violin tuner 3. Metronome 4. Suzuki Violin Book #1, or Book #2, or Book #3
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have teaching and coaching experience in violin and Suzuki teaching violin style for more than 15 years. I'm a classical violin player and member of a community orchestra for more than 20 years. I work with children and adults of all ages and violin stage as well as teach students with disabilities.
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$28
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-18