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- Violin
- Erhu (Chinese violin)
Violin Tutor | 5+ Years Experience | Specializing in Classical Violin & Performance Skills | For Students to Master Techniques and Excel Confidently.
- Violin
- Erhu (Chinese violin)
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About Curtis
I am a dedicated **Violin tutor with over 6 years of experience**, committed to helping students of all levels—from beginners to advanced learners—develop strong musical and technical skills. Over the years, I have taught 200 to 300 students, guiding them through the fundamentals of violin as well as advanced techniques, ensuring they gain both theoretical understanding and practical performance ability. My mission is to make learning violin engaging, clear, and tailored to each student’s unique musical goals.
My teaching style focuses on personalized learning, adapting lessons to suit different learning speeds, musical backgrounds, and goals. I emphasize a hands-on approach that combines bowing techniques, finger placement, scales, and real-piece practice so students can apply what they learn immediately. This approach not only builds strong technical foundation but also develops rhythm, intonation, and expressive musicality.
In addition to core violin training, I also offer guidance in classical performance, sight-reading, music theory, ear training, and stage preparation, ensuring a holistic learning experience. My unique strength lies in breaking down complex techniques into simple, structured steps while fostering patience, creativity, and confidence in my students.
My dedication lies in helping learners not only play violin but also express emotions through music, enabling them to grow into confident and expressive musicians.
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About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- +2
levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Proficient
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching methodology is built on a foundation of integrity and accountability, ensuring a transparent and trustworthy learning environment where students feel respected, supported, and motivated. I believe that honesty in teaching fosters trust, allowing learners to engage openly, ask questions, and approach violin learning without hesitation, even when techniques feel challenging. Accountability ensures that both tutor and student remain committed to clear learning goals, consistent practice, and measurable musical progress.
I use innovative and practical teaching approaches to make violin learning engaging and relatable. By incorporating real pieces, scales, exercises, and performance-based examples, I connect technical concepts like bowing techniques, finger placement, intonation, and rhythm with real musical expression. This helps students understand not just how to play, but how to bring music to life through the violin.
My approach emphasizes contextual learning so that techniques are retained naturally and applied confidently during practice and performance. Lessons are designed to encourage listening skills, creativity, and independent practice, helping students develop both technical mastery and musical expression.
Beyond core violin training, I also guide students in classical repertoire, sight-reading, music theory, and performance preparation. My goal is to make violin learning structured, enjoyable, and effective for all levels of learners, helping them gain both confidence and long-term mastery of the instrument.
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Rates
Rate
- $27
Pack rates
- 5h: $135
- 10h: $270
online
- $27/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Curtis will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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