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Amber Wright
BEST INSTRUCTOR EVER !!!!
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Julia Hopkins
Five stars for Jasmin! I decided to finally learn violin after 60 years. I chose her based on reviews and a recommendation from my local violin shop. She has been amazing!!!! I didn't think playing violin would be as hard as it is, but her passion and patience has made it so much easier to get through the steep learning curve. A couple of times I have thought about giving up but her encouragement and support has helped me continue on. I have finally reached a point where I am confident and my neighbors no longer need to shut their windows when I play. I am so happy I made the decision to bring music into my life. The decision was mine, but I could never have made it happen without the help of Jasmin!!
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Jessica Wooldridge
We have been taking online lessons with Jasmin and so far they are going great! She was recommended to us by the High School's music director to prepare for the freshman music program. She has been working with our son twice a week and his progress has been amazing. His can now play his audition piece flawlessly and with emotion. I can see why she is so highly recommended.
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Karen Miller-Rudhoff
Jasmin is such a joy to work with! We decided to teach the kids an instrument while they were home from school. I asked several parents for a recommendation and Jasmin's name kept coming up. I was concerned she wouldn't be available because of her popularity, but she made time and made us feel like we were her only students. The kids love her and I am seeing a lot of improvement in the short time they have been playing. Jasmin is an amazing teacher and we will be continuing our lessons well after the summer is over.
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Jim Kelso
Jasmin is the best! If you want a reference, contact her and she will give you my number and I would be happy to sing her praises. I have so many good things to say that it would take me hours to type it out.
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Maria
I didn't appreciate Jasmin's talent until we moved. My 10 year old son studied with her for two years. He showed a real aptitude and passion for the violin. He often spoke of wanting to play professionally. When we were transferred to Virginia we found a new teacher so he could continue his passion. Over the next couple months he started losing interest. When I asked why he said that he missed Jasmin. Now that we are back in Chula Vista she is teaching him again and his passion has been renewed. If we have to move again we will continue with her on zoom.
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Justin Condon
Jasmin is fantastic. Originally I tried to teach myself with books and youtube videos. After a year of struggling, I thought I would hire a teacher to help with some basics. Jasmin offered the first class for free so I decided to give it a try. During the first hour she literally made more improvements than I made in the last year. Don't waste your time trying to teach yourself. If I hired her from day one I would be so much further along.
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Gretchen Tofelmeyer
I started playing violin again after 20 years. Jasmin is a fantastic teacher. She is able to tell what mood I'm in and adjust the lesson accordingly. She knows when to push and challenge me and also when slow down and take it easy. What I like best is that I can tell she loves what she does and is always happy to be there. There is no better teacher in San Diego!!!
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Jun Ozawa
Great teacher!!
My daughter started with Jasmin in February before the pandemic. I was concerned my daughter wouldn't do well without an actual person in the room. Boy was I wrong. Somehow Jasmin manages to keep her engaged for the entire hour and her playing has improved dramatically. The best part is now I can take her to her lessons and still wear my slippers.
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Ellie P.
Ms. Jasmine is a great teacher. My friend's mom recommended her so I would be ready for my new high schools symphony. She mostly helped with my intonation and transitions between positions. The best thing she did was change my bow hold. I always had a sore wrist and it hurt if I played for more than an hour. Now my wrist doesn't hurt anymore. Also she is cool and funny
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Melissa Meyers
My girls (9 and 11) love Jasmin. Before moving to San Diego they were taking lessons and hated them. Now that they are with Jasmin they are excited to go to class and even practice at home without being told (if you are a parent you will get what a big deal that is). Its amazing the impact one good teacher can have on a child.
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Chris S.
Ms. Rikard is an amazing instructor. I would give more than five stars if given the option. Her passion for violin is contagious and shows through her instruction. I met with several other instructors before choosing her. After our first lesson, she was so much more engaging than the previous instructors, I immediately committed. I am still taking lessons from her and will continue well into the future. In the short period under her tutelage, my playing has advanced to a level which surpasses other students who have been playing for twice as long. This is despite my total lack of natural talent and what can best be described as intermittent practicing. Her affable nature and the positive environment she provides makes each class a joy and something I look forward to each week. In addition to playing, I have been getting a comprehensive lesson in music theory and gaining a greater appreciation for all music. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking for lessons, regardless of age or skill level. In addition to her obvious skills, both musical and interpersonal, she has been consistently reliable, professional, and flexible.
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Jo-El Tapia
Jasmin has taught me a lot. She was incredibly patient with me. She was encouraging and really helped me bring up my confidence playing the violin.
