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Blerina Foto

Take lessons focused on building a rich, expressive tone and accurate rhythmic phrasing on the violin

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Private lessons - Blerina Foto

Bachelors degree

$34

$30

/ hour

About your violin teacher

I'm Blerina Foto, a dedicated violin tutor with a Bachelor's degree and over a decade of experience in providing top-notch lessons. My expertise lies in violin instruction, covering a wide range of subjects from classical to modern music. I specialize in various aspects of violin playing, including bow techniques, ear training, music theory, posture, and reading music. With a focus on personalized learning, I tailor my lessons to suit students of all levels, be it school, college, or adult/professional musicians. My teaching approach emphasizes interactive and engaging sessions to ensure optimal learning outcomes. I believe in honing each student's skills through individual attention and hands-on practice. Together, we will explore the intricacies of violin playing, from scales and arpeggios to vibrato and intonation, fostering a deep understanding of music. Embark on a musical journey with me, where we will delve into the rich world of violin repertoire and enhance your playing abilities. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, I am here to guide you towards reaching your full potential. Let's make music together and unlock your true talent in violin playing!

Blerina graduated from University of Arts, Tirana, Albania

Blerina graduated from University of Arts, Tirana, Albania
Blerina graduated from University of Arts, Tirana, Albania

Violin lessons overview

As a violin tutor specializing in a wide array of subjects including classical, jazz, electric, and more, I offer engaging and personalized lessons to students of all levels. My teaching style focuses on ear training, creativity, sight-reading, empathy, and technique enhancement. I utilize various tech tools such as DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual violin apps to make online learning interactive and effective. Following diverse curricula like A-Levels, AP Program, and IB among others, I cater to a broad audience of 50+ students, including those in school, college, adults, and professionals. My strength lies in adapting to individual needs, creating a supportive environment, and tailoring lessons to enhance technical skills and overall musical proficiency. With me, expect a nurturing approach to help you excel in your violin journey.

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Friendly and helpful violin teacher

Creates a positive and supportive learning space

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Helps students prepare for orchestra auditions

Many students have earned seats in school and regional ensembles

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Supportive violin teacher across levels

Students report 95% satisfaction in learning pace and feedback

Your violin teacher specialities

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Bow Techniques

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Provincial-specific curriculum (CA)

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Sight Reading

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Violin Repertoire

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Scales and Arpeggios

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Reading Music & Sight-Reading

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Finger Placement and Scales

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Rhythm and Timing

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Violin concept taught by Blerina

Nathan learned 1 day ago

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Blerina Foto tutored Cherryl Hendrix on violin, focusing on improving shifting technique, bow control, and finger placement. Cherryl practiced scales and a piece on page 31, with Blerina providing corrections and demonstrations. Cherryl was assigned to practice the discussed sections of the piece and scales before the next lesson.

Hand Position

Intonation in Third Position

Bow Control

Shifting Technique

Finger Placement

Practicing in Sections

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MAUREEN learned 1 day ago

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Blerina Foto led Maureen Henry in a violin lesson that covered vibrato exercises, shifting to the third position, A flat major scales, and work on the piece "Prayer." Maureen focused on intonation, finger placement, and bow technique, with Blerina providing corrections and demonstrations. They discussed practicing finger exercises and scheduled the next lesson for the following Wednesday.

Vibrato

Bow Division

Third Position Finger Placement

Intonation Awareness

Shifting Technique

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Tyrisha learned 3 days ago

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Blerina Foto guided Isaac Frias in a violin lesson that covered finger placement, bow control, rhythm accuracy, and intonation. Isaac practiced scales, "Ode to Joy", "Lightly Row", and pieces from Essential Elements, focusing on correcting finger positions and improving rhythm, especially in 3/4 time. Blerina assigned pieces 101, 102, and the G major scale for further practice, emphasizing the use of a metronome.

Finger Placement and Half Steps

Three-Beat Notes in 3/4 Time

Bow Direction Awareness

Focus and Recovery

Shifting and Finger Independence

G String Challenges

Sharps Order

Metronome Use

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Nathan learned 3 days ago

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Blerina Foto led Cherryl Hendrix in a violin lesson that covered C and D major scales, etude number 31 in C major, and a piece in D major. The session focused on improving finger placement, rhythm, and shifting techniques. Blerina will send Cherryl a video demonstrating correct finger positions for the D major piece, and Cherryl is to practice the assigned scales and etudes, focusing on specific corrections.

G Natural vs. G Sharp

Finger Placement

Shifting Technique

C Major Etude

D Major Scale

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Kal learned 6 days ago

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Blerina Foto coached Kal Dwivedi on violin technique, focusing on finger placement, hand tension, and bow control to improve his current piece. They worked on scales and specific sections, and Blerina introduced new pieces, "Amazing Grace" and Vivaldi's "Winter," for future lessons. Kal will explore beginner pieces on Blerina's website and start with "Amazing Grace" next time.

Piece Selection

Finger Placement

Bow Technique

Rhythm and Tempo

Note Length

Hand Tension

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Phoebe learned 6 days ago

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In a lesson with Blerina and Adriana, the focus was on improving Adriana's violin technique, including bow control, finger placement for the D major scale, and rhythmic accuracy using a metronome. They worked on pieces like "Pepperoni Pizza" and exercises from pages 20, numbers 70, 72 and 73. Blerina suggested using finger tapes to aid Adriana's finger placement and offered to record some of the pieces for Adriana to use as a reference.

Finger Independence

Bow Direction

Wrist Position

Finger Placement

Arm Height

Rhythm Practice with Metronome

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Types of violin lessons

Violin

Violin

Classical Violin

Classical Violin

Jazz Violin

Jazz Violin

Electric Violin

Electric Violin

Acoustic Violin

Acoustic Violin

Baroque Violin

Baroque Violin

Free lesson slots

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Teaching tools used in violin classes

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Virtual Violin Apps

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Orchestral Accompaniments

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

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Looping Software

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Violin Tuner Apps

Student types for violin lessons

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Violin for kids

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Violin for adults

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Violin for beginners

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Violin for advanced

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All levels

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ADHD

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Home schooled

Interactive violin lessons

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Note taking

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

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Weekend lessons

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