I teach violin and viola lessons to people of all ages, online or in person. I play full time as a soloist in the Opera Orchestra National Montpellier, and I studied viola at The Juilliard School in New York City where I took several pedagogy courses, as well as the Universitat der Kunste Berlin. I teach mainly in English, but also speak French and German. I want to share my love of music with as many people as I can, and invite you to book a trial violin or viola lesson with me through my contact page!
Whether you are a complete beginner, returning to the instrument, or looking to prepare for professional level auditions, I would be happy to meet you for a lesson! I work with people of all ages and backgrounds, and I teach every individual based on their unique experience and goals. I take my experience as a professional musician directly into my lessons, presenting many of the same strategies I use for my own performance to my students. I grew up learning through the Suzuki method, so I teach with an emphasis on developing a good ear as well as good instrumental technique. I teach mainly classical repertoire, but if you are interested in learning other styles, contact me and we can discuss your individual request. I can also offer a focus on playing in orchestra or chamber groups. For example, our lessons can focus on repertoire development, sight reading, orchestral excerpts, auditions, or strategies for ensemble playing. I also teach with an emphasis on the psychological elements of performance, performance anxiety, and reliable practice methods.
Beginner or returning students can expect a flexible approach depending on your musical background and learning preferences.
Intermediate or advanced students can expect a focus on how to take the technique you already have and use it to improve your phrasing or learn more difficult repertoire.
CREDENTIALS
I graduated with a masters degree in Viola Performance from The Juilliard School in New York City, and studied at the Universität der Künste Berlin with the former Berlin Philharmonic principal viola Wilfried Strehle. I have developed my teaching approach through professional pedagogy programs and teaching fellowships and a decade of private teaching experience.
PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
I am a violist second solo in the Opera Orchestra National Montpellier, and have performed with ensembles including the Kammerakademie Potsdam, Anhaltische Philharmonie Dessau, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Verbier Festival Orchestra, Charleston Symphony, the Boston Philharmonic, and the New World Symphony.
BACKGROUND
I am a life long musician; I started playing violin at age 5, learning through the Suzuki method, and viola at 16. While earning my Bachelors degree in Biopsychology at Tufts University in Boston, I fell in love with classical music through orchestral performance, and decided to pursue a career as an orchestral musician instead. Nothing brings me greater joy than to see the growth of my students as musicians and people.
SCHEDULING
I offer regular time slots for lessons, but also offer flexible/irregular lesson scheduling and a flexible change and cancellation policy. No matter your lifestyle and schedule, we can schedule our lessons around your needs.
RATES
Please see MusicTeacher.com for more details and my rates.