Christina McGarr
Dedicated Berklee-educated instructor providing a dynamic music composition and theory experience for all levels, including beginners.
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Christina McGarr
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
About your music teacher
Hi! I'm Christina, a violin instructor and music theory/composition specialist at Wiingy with over 21 years of experience. Equipped with a Bachelor's degree from Berklee College of Music, I highly specialize in a vast array of composition g, writing, and teaching musical genres like Baroque, Jazz, Pop, Contemporary, and R&B. My tailored music lessons cater to all levels, including beginners with little to no experience. I can teach you the basics, all the way down to advanced music theory, as I am a violinist with 21+ years of professional experience with songwriting, performance, and composition. In my personalized music lessons, I did very into Music Composition, Theory, and I am guaranteed to create an engaging, fun environment, which is a safe space for all music learners. I do my best to ensure that every student receives a comprehensive learning experience that gives a true passion for learning and creating beautiful music. Whether you're interested in Blues, Country, Rock, or Pop, I've got you covered! Come with me on this musical experience filled with fun and creativity, where expert teaching meets the joy of developing skills and creating music!
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Country
Hip-Hop
Classical
R&B
Film/Movie
Blues
Jazz
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Music lessons at a glance
My teaching approach is centered. Around personalized tutoring that focuses on sight reading, creative expression, musicality, ear training, and empathy for all students who are interested in music. I special. I specialize in teaching music, violin, song composition, music theory, and even the basics of music for beginners all the way down to advanced learners. To enhance online learning experiences, I utilize a variety of technical tools and applications as well as following a tailored curriculum to meet the diverse needs of over 200 students that I have taught throughout the years. I can guarantee that you will experience fun, create whats in your heart within music, and learn various necessary techniques for success in my class, and that you will learn how to create anything that your heart desires within music. Come with me and embark on a journey to reaching your goals and dreams and music. I can guarantee your full- fledged success in my class!
Boosted confidence in music
Students feel more confident performing and creating music.
Trusted by 95% of parents
Parents observe tangible growth in their child’s musical talent.
Hands-on approach to music learning
Lessons focus on practical playing, technique, and performance.
Types of music lessons
Music Composition
Music Theory
Music for beginners
Music
Music concepts taught by Christina
The Tutor and Student reviewed violin dynamics, including bow technique for soft and loud playing, and musical tempo terms. They practiced scales and specific musical pieces, focusing on articulation, expression, and applying dynamic changes. The lesson concluded with an introduction to musical phrasing and the historical context of classical music, with homework assigned on practicing specific pieces.
Musical Interpretation and Expression
Articulation and Bow Control
Tempo Markings
Bow Technique and Sound Production
Musical Dynamics (Volume)
Student and Tutor familiarized themselves with the parts of the violin and its strings. They practiced identifying various musical instruments by their sound and explored the concepts of major (happy) and minor (sad) musical tones. The session concluded with rhythm exercises, and the Tutor assigned homework including watching a violin tuning video and a new Lindsay Sterling music video for inspiration, along with planning to use the violin book in the next session.
Violin Anatomy: Your Instrument's Key Parts
The Violin's Four Strings: G
D
A
E & Tuning
Musical Expression: Major (Happy) and Minor (Sad) Sounds
Active Listening: Identifying Instruments and Melodies
Violin Technique: Plucking (Pizzicato)
The tutor and student worked on developing dynamic range and expressiveness on the violin. They practiced scales and pieces, focusing on techniques for playing loud (forte) and soft (piano) through bow pressure, arm weight, and bow placement. The student was also encouraged to incorporate emotional expression into their playing.
Bow Control and Expression
The Violin as an Instrument
Practice Strategies and Well-being
Musical Dynamics
The session focused on identifying musical instruments and their families through interactive quizzes and audio examples. The student practiced recognizing instrument sounds, classifying them into categories like strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion, and reviewed basic violin string identification. The tutor also provided guidance on violin care and tuning.
Instrument Families
Violin Care and Tuning
Rhythm and Clapping
Instrument Timbre (Sound Quality)
The tutor and student reviewed violin scales and fingerboard exercises, focusing on bow technique and rosin application. They then worked on specific musical pieces, including excerpts from 'The Little Mermaid' and classical etudes like 'Minuet 2', introducing concepts like arpeggios. The session also included an ear-training exercise to identify various musical instruments.
Musical Styles: Suzuki vs. Essential Elements
Etude: The Practice Performance Piece
Rhythm and Musical Expression
Arpeggios: Beyond the Scale
The Importance of Rosin
The tutor and student reviewed violin techniques, including bowing, posture, and articulation, through exercises and musical pieces. They worked on specific scales and introduced new repertoire like "Under the Sea" and a Bach concerto, with homework assigned for practice.
Musical Notation: Repeats
Endings
and Codas
Staccato and Spiccato Bowing
String Transitions and Bow Separation
Bow Arm Technique and Elbow Position
Teaching tools used in music classes
Pitch and Tuning Apps
Vocal Warm-Up Apps
Metronome spps
Breathing Support Apps
Recording Apps
Vocal Technique Apps
Ear Training Software
Resonance App
Interactive music lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
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Record lessons
Open Q&A
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