Curriculum
Having been trained using the Suzuki method books, I teach primarily using Suzuki for violin and viola students. I supplement the Suzuki books with various etude and technique books, such as Essential Elements, Wohlfahrt, Kreutzer, Bach etudes, and/or scale books. Depending on the student's skill level, the technique books may focus on a certain skill, such as shifting, double-stops, or a bow technique.
For piano students, I start beginners with the Alfred series, and then progress to John Thompson. Typically, piano students will follow the same format that violin and viola students do -- using a technique book to supplement a performance book.
I am working to incorporate a theory lesson into each weekly lesson. Whether that's through scales, or a theory book, I think music theory is something that every musician should have a basic understanding of. Theory will help each student to become a more well-rounded musician and allow them to pick up on new concepts and instruments much more quickly.
For piano students, I start beginners with the Alfred series, and then progress to John Thompson. Typically, piano students will follow the same format that violin and viola students do -- using a technique book to supplement a performance book.
I am working to incorporate a theory lesson into each weekly lesson. Whether that's through scales, or a theory book, I think music theory is something that every musician should have a basic understanding of. Theory will help each student to become a more well-rounded musician and allow them to pick up on new concepts and instruments much more quickly.
Sheet Music
Music is supposed to be fun. And therefore, I have found some movie music and pop music for students to work on during the summer or whenever they have free time. Sometimes knowing the piece and recognizing it make for a much easier learning environment and give us a break from the hard, but valuable, classical music that we use for much of the year.
And viola students, I'm working on getting more music for you :)
And viola students, I'm working on getting more music for you :)
Violin
Christmas |
Movie
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Pop |
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Viola
Christmas
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Movie
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Pop
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Piano
Christmas |
Movie
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Pop
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