Frances Phillips
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Frances Phillips
Diploma degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
5% off
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Frances - Violin teacher
My name is Frances Phillips, though I go by Frankie. I am a violinist trained in both classical and fiddle styles, with over 12 years of teaching experience. I graduated from the Walkerville Centre for the Creative Arts after a successful audition and from the Royal Conservatory of Music, where I completed my full training and earned teacher certification. I have performed with the Junior Youth Orchestra, Winter Symphony Youth Orchestra, Winter Symphony Orchestra, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. I was accepted into over 20 universities for music, including Juilliard. My teaching is student-focused, tailored to all ages and needs, including special needs students, and I emphasize connection, enjoyment, and growth in every lesson. I am so excited to meet you in our lesson! No matter the question, I'll always help find the answer!
Expertise of the violin teacher
Ear training
Reading Music & Sight-Reading
Vibrato and Intonation
Sight Reading
Rhythm and Timing
Finger Placement and Scales
Music theory
Student types for violin lessons
Violin for intermediate
Violin for advanced
Violin for kids
Violin for beginners
Violin for adults
Violin lessons overview
I teach primarily using the Suzuki Method, which emphasizes learning by ear, repetition, and nurturing a love of music from an early age. I combine this with a student-focused approach, taking time at the start of each lesson to understand how each student learns best and what makes music fun for them. I love incorporating songs the student wants to learn, helping lessons feel engaging and personal, while also guiding them toward the style of violin that inspires them most, whether classical, fiddle, or contemporary. My lessons focus on building strong fundamentals—posture, technique, rhythm, and scales—while encouraging expressive playing through vibrato, intonation, and repertoire. I aim to create a supportive, motivating, and enjoyable environment, helping students grow in skill, confidence, and a lifelong love of music.
Improved fast with violin classes
84% students noticed progress within the first few weeks
Visible progress in just weeks
90% parents notice better sound and focus quickly
Hands-on approach to violin learning
Each lesson includes playing and review/discussion
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Classical Violin
Electric Violin
Acoustic Violin
Baroque Violin
Fiddle Violin
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Violin concepts taught by Frances
The student and tutor worked on advanced violin technique, focusing on intonation, rhythm, dynamics, and complex fingerings across several musical pieces. The tutor provided specific guidance on practicing challenging sections and developing expressive musicality, with a plan to continue practicing learned techniques.
Tempo and Metronome Usage
Fingerboard Markings and Position
Articulation and Phrasing
Dynamic Markings in Music
The student and tutor worked on violin tuning techniques, focusing on stabilizing the pitch of the strings after tuning. They also practiced playing the song "Lightly Row" with a piano accompaniment, emphasizing slow, accurate playing and understanding note relationships between the violin and piano.
Violin Tuning & String Stability
Understanding Pitch and Piano Keys
Using a Metronome and Accompaniment
Reading Sheet Music & Note Accuracy
The tutor and student reviewed and practiced violin pieces, focusing on technique, accuracy, and musical expression. They worked on slow practice methods, metronome use, dynamics, and vibrato, with a plan for the student to continue practicing specific sections at gradually increasing tempos.
The Power of Slow Practice
Leveraging Musical Markings
Strategic Practice Segmenting
Expressive Playing: Beyond the Notes
Metronome Mastery
The student and tutor worked on practicing a musical piece, focusing on tempo, accuracy, and dynamics, particularly in the allegro and adagio sections. They utilized accompaniment tracks at various tempos and discussed strategies for overcoming difficult passages and maintaining intonation. The tutor provided specific practice recommendations for the student to work on before the next session.
Tempo and Practice Strategies
Musical Dynamics and Articulation
Rhythmic Counting and Accuracy
Intonation and Tuning
Performance Practice Techniques
The session focused on violin tuning, specifically addressing the E string and its related challenges. The student watched a video explaining tuning techniques and practiced adjusting pegs and fine tuners. New songs and techniques were introduced, with emphasis on at-home practice with a tuner.
Violin Posture and Holding
Finger Placement and Music Reading
Fine Tuner Mechanism
Violin Tuning Basics
Safe String Handling
The student and tutor reviewed violin technique, focusing on playing in higher registers and improving accuracy with scales and shifting positions. They practiced pieces with piano accompaniment, addressing timing and dynamics, and discussed strategies for practicing with online accompaniments for better rhythmic precision.
Tempo and Rhythm Practice
Finger Dexterity and High Notes
Shifting Positions and Tonalization
Using Accompaniment Tracks
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps
Ear Training Software
Violin Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
Engaging violin lessons
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
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