Patricia Petersen/Amari

Patricia Petersen/Amari

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About

I have played professionally (RI Philharmonic and others) for many years. I have been teaching students aged from about 6 to 70 and attended many workshops and clinics during and since getting my Masters degree. I taught in the NKingstown school system for over 20 years (now retired).

I keep current with professional organizations.

I enjoy working with students, especially solving their problems and watching their progress. I also really like playing chamber music (both violin and viola)


Highlights

Serves North Kingstown , RI

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Erica L.

Pat Petersen is an excellent violin and viola teacher. My daughter has taken lessons with her regularly for over six years and has progressed very well as a player under Pats instruction. She now also teaches viola to my younger son. Both of my children thrive musically under her guidance and strive to do their best and to meet her high (yet reasonable) expectations. Overall, shes good natured, caring, and professional. We feel very lucky to have found her as a teacher!
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October 12, 2017

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Eleanor E.

I feel very lucky to have Mrs. Petersen as my viola teacher. She is incredibly professional, patient, and enthusiastic. I have been taking lessons with her every week for 9 years now, and would not change a thing. Because of her guidance, I have been able to succeed in groups such as the Rhode Island Philharmonic Youth Symphony, the junior and senior All-State Orchestras, and the New England Conservatory Youth Symphony. She has had a significant impact on my life, and inspires me every day to become both a better violist and a better person.
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March 10, 2017

Frequently asked questions

I start with some rote work to begin getting a good tone and positions (both hands); older students will work with reading music almost from the beginning.  I use a variety of materials - mostly pieces.

I  have a Masters degree in Music Performance from URI and a RI Teacher's certificate in Music.  I have attended workshops in Suzuki, Rolland, Kato Havas, and Kodaly.

I have played a lot of chamber music, including attending the weeklong workshops sponsored by the Manhattan String Quartet.

Basically I charge $30/30 min. lesson and $45/45 min. lesson.  Most students come once/week.

I like working with people.  I had some excellent mentors.

While teaching in the public schools I started students in 4th or 5th grade on their 1st instrument - every ability level!  In my private studio I have had students begin in 2nd or 3rd grade and as old as late 60's.

Last year I played in performances of the Mendelssohn Octet and Quartet School Concerts sponsored by Musica Dolce and the Kingston Chamber Music Festival.  

Meet the teacher to see if your  personalities mesh. Also, talk to other students/parents.

What do I wish to accomplish?  Am I able to practice regularly?


Services offered

Violin