Violin, Viola & Voice

Violin, Viola & Voice

5.0Exceptional(12 reviews)
Offers online services
Offers online services

About

I work to customize the lessons to fit the learning style of the student. If one way doesn't work, I will rework my approach till I find one that suits the learning style of that specific student. Even if there are multiple students in a family, each student is an individual and deserves to be treated as such. Working this way enables my students to grow and reach their goals as musicians and as individuals, growing in both their skills/techniques and self confidence. My end goal with each and every student is that they grow so much that they can eventually function in the music world on their own.

I am a professional performing violinist/violist/vocalist with more three decades of private lesson and classroom string teaching experience. Violin/viola/voice students from beginning to advanced are welcome. I specialize in preparing students in to develop their abilities to successfully audition for their school orchestras, Regional/State Solo & Ensemble Contest, All State/All Northwest Honor Performance Groups, and Youth Symphonies. I also teach the student who simply wants to learn "...just for fun...". Usually, to make it easier for consistent, continuous lessons, I teach students in their homes, however, online lessons on FaceTime, Skype or Zoom are available - especially during the pandemic. Each online lesson is followed with detailed personalized notes to assist each student in their practices.

Watching my students grow, learn then achieve performing a skill by playing or singing something that they thought they could never do. The light and fire that ignites inside of them is unlike anything else!!!


Highlights

Hired 6 times
1 employee
39 years in business
Serves Seattle , WA
Offers online services

Payment methods

Cash, Zelle

Details

Musical styles

I can make recommendations, Classical, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Country, Opera, Musical theater, Gospel

Years experience

Student has no formal training, Student has no formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Able to read music

Student can read music, Student cannot read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

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jo L.

I think she is a good fit for instructing my daughter
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July 26, 2023

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Gazelle J.

Ms. Wendy was very patient to me and an excellent Teacher.
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December 30, 2021
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Corey B.

Wendy is the best. If you want a personal experience then Wendy is for you! She has the masterful teaching skills of concepts that will help you become the best musician possible. Wendy approaches all students based on where they are, and helps them reach their goals! I am proud to be able to call her my Friend, Mentor, and Colleague!
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September 23, 2020

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Kari G.

Wendy is extremely knowledgeable about music and well versed in helping kids learn and grow with their music.
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September 15, 2020

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Rachel C.

Starting out in my early high school years, I was extremely reluctant to take voice lessons from Wendy Lee, who I only knew of as an acquaintance of my mothers. But I kept it up until I graduated and Wendy has become not only one of the best mentors in my life, but role model whose kindness and dedication will stay with me forever. She is a teacher who helps you develop both your strengths and areas of improvement, and most importantly, she believes in people growing into their best selves. Wendy Lee is a force to be reckoned with and an inspiration in all walks of life.
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September 12, 2020

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Scott A.

I have had the pleasure of working with Wendy Lee in the public school setting for 19 years. Wendy Lee has tremendous knowledge and performance skills on violin, viola, and voice and knows what it takes to be a professional musician. She takes students where they currently are and sets up individual plans for improving their strengths as well as filling in the weaknesses to create a well rounded musician who can read and understand music notation fluently as well as perform with great skill. Wendy has the patience and demeanor to start students under 5 years old. She also has the chops to challenge students up to college age, adapting the curriculum to the student. She is wonderful in balancing the learning with the fun-factor, and encourages each student to learn to the best of their ability. As a student, or parent of a student, you will be amazed at how much Wendy molds not only a talented musician, but the best human qualities of that student. Her many years as a lesson teacher and music coach have produced numerous players who have won their regional Solo or Ensemble contests and gone on to compete at the state level. As a fellow Music Educator, I highly recommend Wendy Lee as a private lesson teacher for your child.
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September 11, 2020

Frequently asked questions

Whether or not the student has played or sung before, I spend a few minutes talking with them to find out something about them.  Why they want to learn, what their short term goals are and their long term goals. This helps to put the new students more at ease.

If they have played or sung before I ask them sing or play for me so that I can begin to assess where they are skill wise. Then I can make some notes and find an appropriate place for us to begin working together. I will talk about a few of my observations and in the process we will have already begun to work together on their first lesson.  From this, I can work up their first assignment and voila, we have a starting point to grow from.

University level violin/viola performance training. 
Two decades of extensive private vocal training.
Various pedagogical workshops and seminars.
Professional gigging musician.

Over 3 decades of teaching/coaching experience 

$35 - 30 minutes 

$53 - 45 minutes 

$70 - 60 minutes 

I was a performance major who was asked to help a non-string playing friend learn how to play a string instrument while they were studying to be a music teacher. The professor was impressed with what I did and was asked to help others.  I discovered that I enjoyed it and when I was asked to take on a student I found that I really loved doing it. From that my private studio grew.

Because of the success of my students, I was asked to consider also working in the classroom.  Started in one school district and stayed there for 2 years helping the students improve.  I worked in my next district for over 20 years, being totally responsible for the second year class the final 6 years that I worked there.

All types of students, including those with learning disabilities and physical challenges. From age 4 or 5 to senior adults.

Last school year I had the pleasure of working with a string ensemble to help them prepare for their regional solo, and ensemble competition.  This group of nine string players came from a high school that had not had a competitive ensemble for contest in nearly a decade.  They wanted to work together to create an ensemble that was not only good, but capable of winning their region's contest and thus qualifying for the state finals. These students worked tirelessly week in and week out individually and together from the beginning of November till their performance the following February.

We worked together as they learned to master the techniques and styles necessary to conquer their piece.  This also included learning how to effectively communicate as a high quality peforming ensemble, as well as how to know when to bring out your part and when to be supportive along with why. They also worked on their beliefs in themselves and each other as time came to present their finished product.  These students worked tirelessly and thoroughly as they approached the day of their performance.

All of the time, repetition, determination and months of rehearsals paid off as this ensemble of nine unseated the defending region champs to earn a spot to participate in the state finals!! Unfortunately with COVID-19 the state finals were canceled, BUT this large ensemble from the school that hadn't been in contention had achieved the goal that each member wanted - a birth to the state finals, and I couldn't be more proud of them!!

Take the time to find the teacher who is the best fit for you!!  Think outside of the box, but listen to your inner voice.  
Good luck!!

What your goals are - short term and long term? What do you see yourself doing?

Are you willing to try to do something different than the way that you have done it before to help you improve, or are you set in your ways?


Services offered

Singing
Violin