Andrew T. — Violin Teacher — Richmond, Vancouver

I graduated with a Bachelor of Music (Performance) from The Vancouver Academy of Music. I have taught for seventeen years and currently teach at several music schools, and maintain a private studio. with over 20 years of teaching, I have taken advantage of many opportunities to develop my teaching abilities. I have been fortunate enough to educate a diverse group of students. I have taught children with disabilities from attention deficit disorder,Tourette’s syndrome, and autism. It is so rewarding to witness student’s development of concentration, creativity, and self confidence.

As a teacher, my main goal is to inspire and motivate students to do their best. I am able to instill a sense of music appreciation while at the same time teach students about the technical aspects of music and the violin. I am keenly aware of the importance of communication, conveying information and skills in a supportive, respectful and diverse manner. I encourage my students to balance foundational techniques, accuracy and musicality in everyday playing. By utilizing these effective methods, I am able to reach out to each student, introduce new concepts and foster a fun learning environment. Learning music helps students find their self-expression through different music genres they choose to play. It develops their musicianship, self-confidence and overall appreciation. As a result, it helps students blossom into well-rounded individuals. I am passionate about teaching students of all ages, with a variety of abilities and goals. Through my passion of teaching, I bring a fun yet inspiring atmosphere into the lesson.