Doris G.

Beginners should expect to be introduced to the violin on how to handle with care, Maintanence, and how to hold. We will go over posture and techniques such as bowing, plucking, tuning and harmonizing, as well as finger placement and fine tuning your ear. At the end of the 4 week lessons, you will be able to play for your family and loved ones! Expect homework to include practice for finger work, scales, and how to read music worksheets from Suzuki book 1. Intermediate students should expect scale familiarity, 1st and 3rd position transitions, vibrato, with different playing styles and techniques. Expect to strengthen confidence with bow control training while experimenting with different genres of sound. Finding your own preference of sound as well as finding a favorite concerto to perform for friends and family at the end of our 4 week lessons!