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!
Your music teacher expertise
Pop
Jazz
Film/Movie
Country
Classical
Rock
R&B
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1-yr validity
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Learner types for music lessons
ASD
Music for Kids
Music for Adults
Music for Beginners
ADHD
Learning Disabilities
Music for Advanced
Music for Intermediate
Home schooled
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
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 student and tutor worked through challenging rhythmic exercises on the violin, then reviewed fingering conventions and the impact of sharps and flats on pitch. The session concluded with an introduction to proper bow hold technique through a pencil exercise, with practice assignments for both rhythmic accuracy and bow hold.
Bow Hold Technique
Musical Sharps and Flats
Violin Fingering and Notation
Rhythm and Timing in Music
The student and tutor reviewed fundamental violin anatomy, musical notation, tuning techniques, and the concepts of musical clefs and time signatures. The student practiced identifying and playing notes, with homework assigned for further practice on specific exercises and finger positions.
Time Signatures
Musical Notation Symbols
Left Hand Finger Placement
Musical Clefs
The Student and Tutor reviewed fundamental violin anatomy and basic music theory concepts, including rhythm, notation, and musical staff. They practiced simple plucking exercises on the violin and discussed musical terms like 'pizzicato' and 'treble clef'. The Student was assigned to practice specific musical exercises as homework.
Half Steps and Whole Steps
Violin Anatomy and Function
Musical Notation Basics
Time Signatures and Measures
Treble Clef and Note Naming
The student and tutor reviewed fundamental violin techniques, including proper posture, hand positioning, and basic music theory concepts like note values and reading the staff. They practiced tuning the violin and plucking open strings, with the tutor providing detailed instructions on adjusting pegs to achieve correct pitch.
Violin Anatomy and Function
Musical Notation: Notes and Rests
Music Staff and Note Placement
Proper Violin Posture and Holding Technique
Tuning a Violin
Basic Violin Tuning Procedure
Anatomy of a Violin
The Role of the Sound Post
Shoulder Rest and Bow Essentials
Understanding Musical Rhythm
Christina McGarr guided Sally Baek through violin pieces including Brandenburg, Zardus, Meditation, and Bach Partita, focusing on bowing, slurring, and vibrato techniques for Baroque and Russian styles. Christina recommended listening to Itzhak Perlman's performance of "Shakona" for inspiration and assigned practice on new pieces with vibrato. They rescheduled their regular meeting to Saturdays.
Dotted Slurs
Baroque Style
Vibrato
Site Reading
Bowing Techniques
Teaching tools used in music classes
Vocal Warm-Up Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Speech and Vocal Health Apps
Recording Apps
Ear Training Software
Vocal Range App
Resonance App
Looping Software
Interactive music lessons
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Parent feedback
Open Q&A
Music teachers on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.