Kirstie Bruno

Violin Lessons with Classical Foundation by Boston University Educator

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Kirstie Bruno

Masters degree

/ 55 min

Kirstie - Violin teacher

As a seasoned violin tutor with over a decade of experience and a Masters degree in music, I am dedicated to providing top-notch violin lessons tailored to your needs. Specializing in bow techniques, ear training, music theory, and more, I offer personalized learning experiences for students at all levels--be it school, college, or adult/professionals. My expertise lies in enhancing your skills in finger placement, posture, rhythm, and violin epertoire. I focus on honing your abilities in scales, arpeggios, and sight-reading, ensuringa comprehensive grasp of classical violin techniques. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your vibrato and intonation, I am here to guide you every step of the way. With my expert teaching and emphasis on musical nuances, you will see tangible nprovements in your violin playing. Let's embark on this musical journey together and unlock your full potential as a violinist. Book your lessons now and let's make beautiful music together!

Kirstie graduated from Boston University

Kirstie graduated from Boston University

Expertise of the violin teacher

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Posture and Hand Position

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Sight Reading

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Ear training

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Finger Placement and Scales

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Rhythm and Timing

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Vibrato and Intonation

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Bow Techniques

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Violin for adults

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Violin lessons overview

My teaching methodology revolves around building a strong classical foundation while making Violin lessons fun and engaging. I believe in step-by-step mastery through hands-on learning, adopting an orchestral approach to ensure a comprehensive understanding. I teach Classical Violin, Acoustic Violin, and cater to S Student Violin enthusiasts. I leverage a mix of online tools like Google Classroom and Zoom along with offline resources to create interactive lessons. With a curriculum tailored to each student's needs, I have successfully taught hundreds of lessons to students, of all ages ranging from young children to retired adults covering a wide range of proficiency levels. My personalized tutoring approach helps students excel by fostering a deep appreciation for music alongside technical proficiency.

Types of violin lessons

Violin

Violin

Classical Violin

Classical Violin

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Acoustic Violin

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Violin concepts taught by Kirstie

Student learned 1 day ago

The Student and Tutor worked on piano pieces, beginning with a performance review of "Pink Pony Club" and moving on to learning a new song, "Golden." The Tutor provided visual aids to help the Student with note direction and engaged in a musical tic-tac-toe game for an interactive break. The Student was assigned to practice "Golden" and get the second page of "Pink Pony Club" printed for next time.

Navigating Musical Pitch with Directional Arrows

Precise Note Identification and Sheet Music Annotation

The Cumulative Benefit of Regular Practice

Engaging with Musical Symbols through Play

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Student learned 3 days ago

The Student and Tutor focused on piano instruction, starting with a review of note naming on ledger lines, building on a homework exercise. They then practiced the song "Pink Pony Club," completing the first page, and worked on F, B, and C penta scales, as well as the G major full scale. The Student's note-naming score showed significant improvement. A follow-up lesson was scheduled for Thursday.

"Pink Pony Club" Song Performance & Fingering

Exploring Penta Scales: F

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and C Major

G Major Scale: Ascending & Descending Fingering

Ledger Lines: Reading Notes Beyond the Staff (Treble Clef)

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Student learned 4 days ago

Student and Tutor worked on C major scales, progressing from one to two octaves with hands together, and practiced several exercises from method and technique books focusing on reading notation and rhythm. They also practiced duet pieces and continued learning a pop song. For homework, the Student was assigned new pieces from the method and technique books and encouraged to continue improving their note-naming score online.

Two-Octave C Major Scale

Interpreting Music Notation & Rhythms

Metronome Mastery & Tempo Control

Introduction to Five-Finger Scales

Treble Clef Note Identification

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Student learned 9 days ago

Student and Tutor engaged in a piano lesson, focusing on learning a new song, reviewing previously learned pieces, and practicing various scales. The student worked on finger placement, hand transitions, and note identification. Homework includes practicing 'Pink Pony Club' and continuing with the note naming game.

Right Hand Finger Placement for Songs

Strategic Hand Shifts & Sectioning

C Major Scale Technique (Thumb Under & Over)

Pentascales with Black Key Integration

Treble Clef Note Reading Fundamentals

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Student learned 10 days ago

Student and Tutor reviewed C major scales, practiced hands-together scales, and explored various rhythm exercises from method and technique books, including an introduction to eighth notes. They also began music theory, learning staff notation, treble clef, and note naming using mnemonic devices, which they practiced with an online challenge. Homework includes scale practice, method and technique book exercises, and continued note-naming practice.

Hands-Together Scale Technique

Rhythmic Foundations: Notes and Rests

Introduction to Eighth Notes

Treble Clef Note Identification

Strategic Fingering for Piano Proficiency

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Student learned 17 days ago

The session was a demo piano lesson where the Tutor introduced fundamental piano techniques and music theory. The Student practiced the C major scale with a metronome and learned about different note values and clefs. The Tutor outlined a plan to use a progressive book series and suggested daily practice for five days a week, with assignments communicated after each lesson.

Introduction to Musical Clefs

Using the Metronome for Rhythmic Precision

C Major Scale & Finger Technique

Understanding Note Durations

Structured Piano Learning & Resources

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Teaching tools used in vioin classes

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Virtual Violin Apps

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Ear Training Software

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Looping Software

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DAWs

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Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps

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Violin Tuner Apps

Engaging violin lessons

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Note taking

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Record lessons

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Weekend lessons

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