In this 1-on-1 class, students will receive advanced private instruction on the viola through weekly one-hour lessons. This class is ideal for students who are preparing for RCM exams, auditions for honour orchestras, summer programs, university/college entrance, or anyone looking for more of a challenge in their musical studies.

If you're not sure if this class is right for your child, please feel free to reach out. Alternatively, you can sign up for my other course, "1-on-1 Viola Lessons With a Symphony Musician" which has 30-minute lesson times. From there, we can decide when it's time to increase your child's lesson time to one hour.

The lesson format will vary slightly from student to student, but will typically begin with a scale or warm-up exercise. From there, we will work on a solo piece for the remainder of the lesson.

There will be a strong emphasis on technique and scales in this class, so be prepared to purchase scale and etude books. Families may also be required to purchase additional sheet music for solo repertoire. The specifics will vary from student to student. 

Like beginner students, I will highly encourage advanced students to watch and listen to YouTube recordings of the pieces they are currently studying as part of their daily practice routine. 

I will also welcome students who are looking to take only a few lessons to prepare for an audition, concert, or competition. In these situations, I will focus on dynamics, phrasing, intonation, rhythmic accuracy, and sound production to elevate the overall performance quality. I will also give concrete practice strategies and suggestions for continued work after the lessons are completed.

In my lessons, I encourage students of all ages and levels to be analytical and learn how to be their own teacher. An hour-long lesson goes by in the blink of an eye, so effective practice sessions are essential to retaining the skills taught during lessons.

Please note that in order for me to properly assess a student's viola technique, they will need to keep their camera on for the duration of the lesson. Students do not need to show their face beyond the initial check-in and verification, but their instrument, bow, and hands should be clearly visible in the frame.

I currently have minimum notice for bookings set for 4 days in advance. If you would like to have lessons sooner than that, please message me. 

*NOTE: If you schedule lessons on Wednesdays or Thursdays, I may occasionally have a symphony rehearsal during your lesson time. I know these specific dates ahead of time and already have them blocked off on my calendar so you will not be scheduled or charged for lessons on these dates. I will also give a heads up at least one week in advance so you can plan accordingly. Rescheduling lessons may be possible on these symphony weeks, but NOT guaranteed.