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Teaching Philosophy

Music education cultivates empathy, dedication, and critical thinking—skills that support students well beyond their time in the music room. Because every learner arrives with unique strengths and experiences, I adapt my instruction to honor who they are and how they grow. We dive deep into practice strategies and celebrate improvement over perfection.

My Experience

I work for the Endangered Instruments Program through Seattle Youth Symphony, leading group viola sectionals in multiple schools throughout Seattle.

In 2025, I began teaching West Seattle Community Orchestra’s Beginning Strings 2 class, where I lead a group of young musicians and prepare them for auditioning for the Debut Orchestra.

I’ve lead numerous sectionals in schools, youth orchestras, and community ensembles, and maintain a private teaching studio in Queen Anne, Seattle.

What to Expect from Weekly Lessons

  1. Foundational technique, from a comfortable set up to fun ways to play scales. We check in every week with posture, left and right hand technique, and how those help us stay loose and create a beautiful sound.

  2. Etudes or study pieces that help us with a specific technique but in a fun way!

  3. Repertoire tailored to the student. I pull pieces from Suzuki and other reputable methods to both challenge yet support the students current level.

  4. Aural training and Improvisation in the form of listening games and mini jam sessions!

  5. Songs of the students choice. I will find or make arrangements of the students favorite pop songs!

  6. Practice Strategies- I love teaching students the HOW of practicing.

  7. A yearly studio recital. A chance for the student to perform what they’ve been working on!

Offerings

  • Wanting to learn but not ready to commit to weekly lessons? Whether you’re struggling to improve an aspect of your technique or you need help creating a good warm up routine that you will actually stick to, we will iron out the details in this 45 minute one-off lesson! Option to schedule future lessons when it’s convenient for YOU. Online or in person. $70

  • Ideal for young beginners who are just getting started. This also includes a trial lesson! Online or in person. $75

  • Ideal for intermediate or advanced players who want consistent instruction and feedback. This also includes a trial lesson to make sure we are a good fit! Online or in person. $90

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