Maya Litmanovich
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Maya Litmanovich
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Maya - Violin teacher
I’m Maya Litmanovich a dedicated violist and violinist with over 12 years of experience playing and 3+ teaching, currently studying at HKU Utrechts Conservatorium. My musical journey began at age 6 with private lessons and continued at the Special Music School of the Kaufman Music Center in New York City, where I received rigorous training in both performance and music theory. I have participated in many music festivals across the globe, including the Killington Music Festival (2018–2019), the Académie Internationale de Musique in Paris, France (2022), and the Crescendo Summer Music Festival in Tokaj, Hungary (2023). I have also performed in a variety of ensemble settings, most recently serving as a freelance orchestral musician and youth orchestra ringer in the Netherlands. In addition to my performance credentials, I have organized and performed in numerous benefit concerts, supporting causes such as breast cancer awareness and Ukrainian relief efforts. Whether on stage or in the classroom, I bring a deep musicality, a thoughtful approach to teaching, and a global perspective to all that I do.
Maya graduated from Special Music School High School


Expertise of the violin teacher
Bow Techniques
Reading Music & Sight-Reading
Scales and Arpeggios
Ear training
Posture and Hand Position
Music theory
Sight Reading
AI modules
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Violin lessons overview
I’m a passionate violin and viola teacher who focuses on musicality, artistic development, and the powerful connection between the mind, body, and music. With over a decade of playing experience and training from some of the world’s leading music institutions, I bring a holistic, intuitive approach to every lesson. I believe that music is not just something we play—it’s something we feel and embody. When the body is aligned and the mind is calm and engaged, everything becomes possible. My teaching emphasizes posture, physical awareness, and emotional expression as keys to unlocking musical potential. In my lessons, I strive to create a space where students not only develop technical skills, but also discover their own artistic voice. I want my students to explore why they play, not just how, and to grow into musicians who are confident, sensitive, and expressive. For me, the ultimate goal is to help each student find freedom, joy, and meaning in their music.
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Classical Violin
Electric Violin
Acoustic Violin
Baroque Violin
Student Violin

Violin concepts taught by Maya
Student and Tutor focused on Violin repertoire, primarily working on the "Christmas Concerto" to improve note identification and accuracy. They introduced a specific practice method involving slow play and vocalizing each note. Homework was assigned to apply this method to the "Christmas Concerto," and the "Largo" piece was briefly reviewed.
Conscious Note Identification & Verbalization
The "Active Practice" Mindset
Bridging Sheet Music to Fingerboard Internalization
Strategic Practice Techniques & Tools
Student and Tutor focused on practicing violin scales, addressing bow connection, intonation, and rhythmic consistency across different numbers of notes per bow. They also reviewed a section of the Largo piece, discussing timing and technical details. The session concluded with plans for a follow-up practice session, where the Student is expected to provide the musical scores for the Largo piece.
Developing Connected Bow Strokes & Direction
Counting Strategies for Multi-Note Bowings
Intonation Awareness and Refinement
Overcoming the 'Curse of Three' Bow Strokes
Metronome Use for Scale Development
Musicality in Scale Practice
The Student and Tutor focused on violin practice, addressing challenges with instrument tuning, music reading, and bow technique. They worked through scales and excerpts from the Student's orchestra repertoire, including pieces by Corelli and Dvořák. The Tutor provided strategies for improving note recognition and rhythmic accuracy, and they confirmed the next session for Monday.
Scales and Physical Preparedness
The Critical Role of Instrument Tuning
Effective Music Reading Strategies
Developing Bow Control for Sustained Tones
Enharmonic Equivalents: E♭ vs D♯
Student and Tutor had a violin lesson focusing on technique and repertoire. They practiced scales to improve intonation and reduce tension, using visualization techniques. The session also involved working on the piece "Ashoken Farewell," addressing rhythm, ornaments, and double stops, with a specific homework assignment to practice open-string double stops and to bring earplugs for a future practice experiment.
Mindful Relaxation & Imagery in Practice
Foundational Scales: Intonation & Rhythmic Precision
Essential Double Stop Technique
Repertoire Refinement: 'Ashoken Farewell'
Strategic & Mindful Practice Approaches
The Student and Tutor practiced violin scales, addressing intonation and bowing techniques, and discussed specific fingering for "Ashokan Farewell." The session was significantly impacted by persistent technical difficulties with the Student's camera and audio, leading to its early conclusion and a rescheduled follow-up session for the next day.
Online Lesson Technical Setup
Violin Warm-up and Progress Assessment
Bowing Accuracy and Counting
Fingering for 'Ashokan Farewell'
Diagnosing and Resolving Lag in Online Lessons
The Student and Tutor worked on violin technique, focusing on scales and the Ashoken Farewell. They practiced relaxation strategies, including mental resets during pauses, to improve intonation and reduce tension. Homework includes practicing specific sections of the Ashoken Farewell using the new relaxation techniques and preparing double stops by practicing individual lines.
Cultivating Relaxation & Mental Clarity
Harnessing Muscle Memory & Intuition
Strategic Sectional Practice with Rests
Focused Intonation Correction
Deconstructing Double Stops for Precision
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
Orchestral Accompaniments
Metronome Apps
Ear Training Software
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Violin Tuner Apps
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