Ruslan Khokhlachev
Music Lessons with Specialties from Berklee College of Music
Private lessons - Ruslan Khokhlachev
Bachelors degree
$17
/ 30 min
About your music teacher
With over five years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in music, and a specialization in a wide range of music genres, I am Ruslan Khokhlachev, your expert music tutor. My passion lies in teaching music production, composition, theory, and various other subjects to students of all levels, from beginners to advanced. I excel in genres like Baroque, Blues, Jazz, Rock, and more, offering a diverse learning experience. My personalized teaching methods cater to individual goals, ensuring a fun and enjoyable learning journey. Whether you're into electronic music, classical pieces, or modern pop tunes, I tailor my lessons to suit your preferences. I work with intermediate, kids, adults, and beginners, fostering a supportive environment for growth and creativity. Additionally, I am well-equipped to assist students with special needs, ensuring inclusivity and personalized attention in every session. Embark on a musical adventure with me, where we explore the depths of music theory, unleash creativity in composition, and master the art of live performance. Let's create melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that resonate with your soul. Join me, and let's make music magic together!
Ruslan graduated from Berklee College of Music
Music lessons overview
My teaching style blends performance coaching, creative exploration, and theory integration, focusing on technique and ear training. I specialize in subjects like Music Production, Composition, Songwriting, and DJ skills for diverse audiences, including Kids, Adults, Beginners, and Advanced students. I leverage a range of tech tools like Backing Track Libraries, Recording Apps, and Ear Training Software to create an engaging learning environment both online and offline. By following diverse curricula such as Music Theory, Electronic Music, and Live Performance techniques, I tailor lessons to suit Intermediate to Advanced skill levels. For recital prep, I encourage students to choose songs they love, which I then arrange in a fun style with backing tracks. This hands-on approach helps students understand the practical applications of their learning, transforming complex topics into enjoyable experiences. By focusing on making music enjoyable and relatable, students grasp the essence of music beyond mere scales and exercises, fostering a deeper connection to their craft.
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Music concept taught by Ruslan
Ruslan Khokhlachev guided Izabela Sarnowska through violin exercises focusing on intonation, bow control with slurs, and rhythm, introducing the piece "Minuette" from the Suzuki book. Izabela worked on scales and the new piece, receiving feedback on finger placement, bow technique, and rhythmic accuracy. They planned to finish "Minuette" and learn the G major scale in the next lesson, with Izabela mentioning a potential payment delay due to vacation.
Fingers in Advance
G Major Scale
3/4 Time Signature
Intonation Practice
Slurs Notation
Ruslan coached Mia on violin, focusing on scales, bow technique, and musical phrasing in her current piece. They identified challenging sections for focused practice. Ruslan assigned Chrysler's "Preludium and Allegro" to improve Mia's technique, with the next lesson focusing on the double-stop section.
Connections Between Sections
Phrasing
Scale Practice
Bow Shape and Elbow Position
Chrysler Preludium and Allegro
Trills
Dynamics and Repetition
Ruslan and Izabela worked on rhythm and intonation in this violin lesson. Ruslan used a DAW to visualize rhythm and Izabela practiced a piece and scales, focusing on rhythmic accuracy, finger placement, and smooth string switches. Ruslan advised Izabela to continue practicing the scale, especially the descending line, and mentioned they would discuss sound quality in the next lesson.
Rhythmic Visualization
Stable Notes
Intonation Priority
Descending Scale Finger Placement
Bow Hair Rotation
Firmata and Accompaniment
In this online violin lesson, Ruslan Khokhlachev guided William Bissonnette in refining his vibrato technique, concentrating on shifting from wrist to arm vibrato and improving posture. William practiced scales, double stops, and pieces by Chrysler and Boccherini, focusing on applying arm vibrato, especially in higher positions. Ruslan assigned William to complete the Kreutzer etude, practice double stops, and find scale compilations for further practice.
Vibrato Technique
Posture and Hand Position
Double Stops
Scale Practice
Avoiding Open Strings
Ruslan guided Izabela in a violin lesson, focusing on improving intonation through tuner and open string practice, refining rhythm using a metronome and understanding note values, and ensuring accurate tuning by checking string pairs. Izabela practiced scales and a piece, marking beats to improve timing. Ruslan will send a video example of playing with a metronome and suggested Izabela download the Pro Metronome app.
Metronome Use
Rhythm Subdivisions
Downbeat Emphasis
Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)
Tuning Violins
Ruslan worked with William on refining his violin vibrato, focusing on increasing arm usage and decreasing wrist reliance for better sound and control. They practiced exercises from Chrysler and Crozer, addressing finger positioning, intonation, and stylistic considerations for different musical periods. Ruslan assigned specific exercises from Chrysler for focused vibrato practice and advised William to continue practicing with a wall to improve arm technique.
Vibrato and Intonation
Trills
Bach and Vibrato
Thumb Position
Chrysler Etudes
Arm Vibrato
Types of music lessons
Music Production
Music Composition
Digital Audio Workstation
Mashups
Electronic Music
Music Theory
Free lesson slots
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Student types for music lessons
Intermediate
Kids
Adults
Beginners
Advanced
Interactive music lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
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