About
I have a Master's degree from the Juilliard School, where I studied with some of the greatest pedagogues in the field. As a performer, I have many years of experience with Classical, Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Folk performance and composition. I am passionate about teaching and am methodical and dedicated. I take students of all ages and levels of experience. Besides teaching privately, I have given masterclasses in Toronto, Las Vegas, and Tel Aviv.
Everybody can play music, and I enjoy seeing people learn to make it themselves and be changed by it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
From the foundations of technique to musical fluency and interpretation, I guide my students through the process of building freedom and confidence as well-rounded musicians. Mastering the instrument physically is as important as having a personal, emotional connection to the music we play, and understanding the workings of musical communication allows us to create those magical moments for ourselves and our listeners. Through my studies with renowned pedagogues such as Areta Zhulla and Joel Krosnick of the Juilliard Quartet, chamber music guru Merry Peckham, and world-renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman, I've developed a unique method for acquiring both effortless technique and the tools to make sense of any piece of music. I believe that every student can make incredible leaps in their musical ability as they discover their own powers of examination, exploration, and determination.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Master's degree from the Juilliard School and 2 decades of experience as a performer.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I have rates for 30 minutes, 45 minutes, and 60 minutes. I am happy to have a trial lesson for a reduced price. My fee is standard for a professional teaching artist with a Master's from Juilliard.
How did you get started teaching?
My parents are teachers, my mentors are teachers, my colleagues teach...it's an essential part of my work as a musician!
What types of students have you worked with?
High-school, Elementary, College.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Playing a concert with a friend, it's a great feeling when you get in the zone with someone you know well.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Trust the process, studying music is invigorating and challenging, it's a long term investment but a worthy one!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What is your goal as a musician? Are there pieces or songs you would love to be able to play? Is there a musician out there that you admire?