Lakatos Strings Instructor
About
Quality instructions in VIOLIN, VIOLA, CELLO, and DOUBLE BASS! Students will be thoroughly taught to maximize their musical growth.
Music Conservatory graduate from Manhattan, I have abundant knowledge of various styles of teaching. Each student is different and I adapt to their best learning abilities to ensure the finest outcome, based on their individual learning abilities. Lessons are fun, engaging and allow students to progress. I teach students as young as age 5 to adults. All levels are welcome!
What I enjoy most about my work, are my students! Every student brings their own personal quality, style and personalities. I enjoy getting to know each student through this, which builds a great student-teacher relationship while maximizing musical knowledge.
Highlights
Photos and videos
No reviews (yet)
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Fit this student with the appropriate instrument size, start with a fundamental book. Teach string names, instrument basics and start with plucking, if a beginner. If a student had prior playing experience, I have them bring their books for their first lesson, ask them to perform a short piece, so I can evaluate their strengths and areas to improve, and find appropriate methods to assist with progression.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Orchestra Director for 13 years in school setting. Private teaching for 17 years. Graduate of Manhattan School of Music. Performs with Orchestras, wedding, social events.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
30 minutes- $45, 45 minutes- $55, 60 minutes- $70
How did you get started teaching?
I come from a musical family and my parents, who were professional violinists and pianists, opened up their own music school. My father, started all five of us siblings on violin, and later, some of us switched to cello (myself), piano or the viola. Two of my siblings stayed with the violin. After graduating from the music conservatory, I found my passion for teaching, and wanted to pass on my knowledge and experiences, in the hopes that perhaps, they may find that love and excitement. It is not by mistake that I have been teaching for 20 years.
What types of students have you worked with?
All sorts, including students with arm disabilities and hand configurations, ADHD, autism, and dyslexia
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Performing at Carnegie Hall, Meeting and having a master class with Mislav Rostropovich