Violin Lessons with Classical Foundation by Boston University Educator

Kirstie and Francesca recently focused on violin techniques, specifically D major and G major scales and arpeggios, incorporating slurs. Their work emphasized metronome accuracy and precise finger placement. They also progressed through exercises 27-30 from a book, played in third position, with Kirstie providing a violin finger chart for Francesca's reference. For her continued practice, Francesca is tasked with practicing the scales and arpeggios up to 140 bpm, continuing the assigned exercises, and preparing the Barkarilli piece for their upcoming lesson.

During her piano lesson, Sophia worked with Kirstie Bruno on scales and memorization techniques for pieces she already knew. The instruction also introduced her to a new song, "Can't Help Falling in Love." To enhance her recall, Sophia practiced playing the instrument with her eyes closed. For their upcoming lesson, she was challenged to sing while playing familiar melodies. Kirstie's homework assignment for Sophia was to practice "Can't Help Falling in Love," paying close attention to its structure.

Kirstie guided Veronica through her piano lesson, where they focused on scales, finger exercises, and began learning the song "My Heart Will Go On." Veronica diligently practiced the C major scale, extending it to two octaves, and worked on improving her finger coordination. For homework, she is tasked with practicing scales using separate hands and learning the first four lines of "My Heart Will Go On," playing the initial two lines together and the following two separately.

Kirstie guided the learner through violin practice, focusing on scales, arpeggios, and shifting techniques in G and D major. This dedicated student, who calls Cielo Vista home, began learning the first phrase of the song "Barkeroli," practicing playing in third position. For homework, they will continue practicing scales and arpeggios with a metronome and work on measures 1-13 of "Barkeroli," with measures 13-17 being optional.

In a recent violin lesson, Kirstie worked with a student from Sacramento, focusing on violin tuning, ear training, and finger placement. The learner practiced exercises from their book and a D string scale to improve finger agility. Kirstie assigned exercises 13, 14, and 15 from the book and recommended practicing the D string scale and doorway exercise to improve bow control.

Kirstie Bruno led Veronica's piano lesson, where they focused on practicing and learning new pieces and techniques. Veronica completed 'Remember Me,' diligently worked on scales and arpeggios, and began learning 'My Heart Will Go On.' For her assignments, Veronica needs to print the sheet music for 'My Heart Will Go On,' write in the note names for the first two lines, and practice playing both hands together.