Paulo von Simson
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Paulo von Simson
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Paulo - Violin teacher
I'm Paulo von Simson, a Bachelors-educated violin and viola tutor with over 4 years of teaching experience and over 15 years of playing experience. I first started playing music when I was seven years old with the guitar. I then moved on to the viola in elementary school. From that I sought to grow and expand my knowledge in stringed instruments. I hope to do the same with my students. I specialize in Student Violin, Student Viola, Classical Violin, Classical Viola, Viola Lessons and Violin lessons, catering to beginners, adults, and advanced players. My passion lies in honing skills like Bow Techniques, Music Theory, and Rhythm while focusing on Posture, Scales, and more. I excel in personalized learning, ensuring each student masters Sight-Reading, Vibrato, and a rich Violin and Viola Repertoire. Let's hit the right notes together!
Paulo graduated from University of Kansas
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Student types for violin lessons
Violin for adults
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Violin lessons overview
My teaching style blends a tone-focused, expressive, and orchestral approach to ensure rhythmic accuracy in violin and viola lessons. Specializing in classical viola and then learning violin later in my life, I cater to students of all levels, from beginners to advanced and even adults. With over 20 students in my audience and many more that I have taught in the past, I personalize tutoring to meet individual needs. I utilize a variety of tech tools like interactive online platforms, video tutorials, audio recordings, and sheet music apps to create engaging and effective learning experiences. By following a structured curriculum, I ensure comprehensive skill development, enhancing musical proficiency and confidence in each student's violin playing journey. Together we will learn and grow at your own pace while also engaging in challenging techniques.
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Classical Violin
Student Violin
Violin concepts taught by Paulo
The student and tutor focused on fundamental violin technique, specifically bow angle and straightness during scale practice. They also worked on two musical pieces, "Bug-Eye Salute" and "2 by 2 Technically for Pete's Sake," with an emphasis on rhythmic accuracy and melodic progression. The student was advised to practice scales in front of a mirror to improve bow control.
Understanding Musical Intervals and Patterns
Rhythmic Precision and Articulation
Bow Straightness and Angle
Bow Distribution and Usage
The student and tutor reviewed violin scales and technique, including bow hold. They then worked on several musical pieces, focusing on note accuracy and rhythm. The session also introduced time signatures, specifically 2/4, and the use of first and second endings in sheet music, with practice assigned for the next lesson.
Intonation and Finger Placement
Bow Technique: Pressure and Length
Time Signatures: 2/4 Time
Musical Repeats and Endings
The student and tutor reviewed the rhythmic concept of eighth notes, practicing their execution in musical pieces like "Pepperoni Pizza" and "Hot Cross Buns." They worked on tempo interpretation and maintaining consistent rhythm with a metronome, and discussed future practice goals including scales and assigned pieces.
Eighth Notes
Quarter Notes
Tempo Markings
Rests in Music
The student and tutor worked through several violin pieces, focusing on specific bow techniques, musical notation, and rhythm. They practiced pieces like "Matthew's March" and "Christopher's Tune," and introduced concepts like bow lifts and eighth notes. The next steps involve reviewing these pieces and incorporating "Tribal Lament."
Bow Lift Symbol and Technique
Eighth Note Rhythm and Counting
Bowing Directions: Up-bow and Down-bow
Understanding Rests in Music
The student and tutor practiced various violin pieces, focusing on scales and specific musical selections like "Mozart Melody" and "Matthew's March." They worked on bow technique, tempo control with a metronome, and identified specific notes and finger placements to improve accuracy and musicality.
Bow Technique: Full Bow Usage
Intonation: Pitch Accuracy
Rhythm and Tempo: Metronome Use
Finger Placement and Note Recognition
The tutor and student reviewed violin bowing techniques, focusing on wrist movement for a straight bow stroke. They practiced scales and pieces like 'Old McDonald Had a Farm' and a Mozart melody, addressing rhythm, intonation, and tuning. The next session will continue working on these pieces.
Intonation and Tuning
Bow Hold and Straight Bowing
Fingerings and Note Reading
Rhythm and Tempo Control
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
Phonetic drills
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Engaging violin lessons
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Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Weekend lessons
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