About
I studied music in both Moscow, Russia and Atlanta, GA, and I have had many different teachers. I also experienced a variety pedogogical approaches, varying from the strict Russian academic approach to the fun and interactive American approach. This experience has enabled me to develop my own unique teaching philosophy that is educational, interesting, and fun to both the student and the teacher. And don't worry, I don't have an accent, so you will not have a problem understanding what I say. But I can teach you in Russian, if you want!
I really enjoy meeting new students and starting to understand what way they learn best. My strong belief is that all students can learn, and it is the joint effort of the teacher and the student to figure out what way of teaching works best for the student. I really enjoy finding and applying that unique and individual apporoach to every student, and the funnest part is seeing the results!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First, I tell the student or the student's parents that they should rent a violin, if they don't have one. The size of the violin depends on the age of the student. I can recommend the best size of violin for the student, and where to rent it from. After that, the process really depends on the student, but for a typical elementary school age student that starts from zero knowledge of violin, I would start with the basics. The basics would include, but would not be limited to: proper violin posture, music notes/terms, tempo, and simple musical pieces.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been taught the violin since the age of 6. I started my music education in Moscow in one of the best music schools (Music School in the name of Prokofiev). After my family moved to America, I have been taught by the famous professor Vakhob Khashimov. Professor Khashimov is a graduate of Moscow Conservatory and the father and the first teacher of Nadir Khashimov, a world-renowned violinist. I study Violin Performance at Georgia State University School of Music. I play and have played with the Georgia State University, Atlanta Sinfonia, and Dekalb Symphony Orchestra.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nadir_Khashimov
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $40 per lesson, which lasts for 60 minutes.
I charge $30 per lesson, which lasts for 45 minutes.
Extra $5 if I have to drive for more than 5 miles.
How did you get started teaching?
My violin professor a couple of years ago, Vakhob Khadshimov who has been taught by one of the most renowned violin professors in history (Yuri Yankilevich, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuri_Yankelevich) told me that I am ready to have my own students.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have students that all differ in age.
I have been teaching a 6-year-old student for more than 2 years (His mom's reference number, Mrs. Ebrams - (323)-806-3111).
I have been teaching an 11-year-old student for more than 2 years (His father's reference number, Mr. Lembeck - (404-668-4580).