Teaching Philosophy

An educator is a person dedicated to assisting students in achieving their academic goals. As a violin teacher, I subscribe to the belief that everyone has the potential to learn the violin, regardless of innate talent. My passion for teaching drives me to devote my utmost attention and effort towards my students' improvement. The cornerstone of violin instruction is establishing a solid technical foundation. This involves teaching students to be cognizant of their body mechanics, including the roles of joints, muscles, and tendons. Through scales, etudes, and other technical exercises, students enhance their abilities, explore different tone colors, and master vibrato, which in turn, enables musical expression. Beyond technical skills and repertoire, I emphasize the importance of effective practice methods. Given the limited physical improvement possible during a one-hour lesson, significant progress can be made through mental engagement and understanding. By adopting efficient practice strategies, students can make the most of their individual practice time. Encouraging students to develop their own practice techniques fosters deeper musical exploration and understanding. I also advocate for students to seize every performance opportunity. The art of playing the violin is inherently performative, and regular performance experience builds confidence for successful concert outings. I stress the value of studio classes and performing in front of peers as a means of accelerating improvement through focused preparation. Listening to music related to their studies is another critical aspect of my teaching approach. Exposure to solo and ensemble repertoire accelerates learning, deepens harmonic understanding, and enhances performance appreciation. Students who engage deeply with music can imbue their performances with greater lyricism and engagement. Furthermore, I include orchestral excerpts and chamber music coaching in my curriculum. These elements refine technical and musical precision, and offer insights into musical texture and intonation. Witnessing my students' growth and increasing confidence in their violin abilities brings me immense satisfaction. I am committed to their personal development on the violin and view teaching as a noble, lifelong vocation that allows me to share this invaluable artistic legacy with future generations.