ShilakowskyArts Music

Study Violin with the Maestro

Become the violinist you want to be

Experienced, patient teacher. Conservatory Educated Musician

Patient & Experienced

Teaching students of all ages

I teach...

Violin students of all levels from beginner to professionals. However, I prefer teaching students who are serious about music, who are truly motivated to excel and are interested in learning advanced performance techniques and attaining a high level of artistry.

Traditional & Creative, modern techniques; improvisation and composition. Classical, Baroque, Romantic, Popular & even Jazz styles.

Viola, Cello & Piano beginner to intermediate.

You will...

increase coordination

learn best posture for producing great sound

For beautiful tone, nimble technique and perfect intonation

Learn my learn comfortable, relaxed posture creating relaxed technique & beautiful sound.

Increase self-confidence and self-image

Improve your state of mind

Increase your proficiency, fluency

Learn advanced performance techniques for more difficult pieces

Improve note reading skills and knowledge of music theory

Learn different styles of music.

Win auditions & competitions

Do you aspire to become a professional violinist?

Your Violin Teacher...

Advanced degrees from both New England Conservatory of Music & Yale University in violin

Taught privately for many years

Former faculty New England Conservatory Preparatory School, coach for BYSO chamber music, and NEC Summer Camp

Former adjunct professor at College of Charleston

Taught in private schools and colleges,

Many years of experience in professional orchestras and other performance organizations.