Rebekah Stickler
"The violin is the most human of all instruments," ~Louisa May Alcott Let's explore the world of music!
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Rebekah Stickler
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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30 lessons
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Rebekah - Violin teacher
HI! I am so excited to meet you! My name is Rebekah, or you can call me Miss Rebekah. I have over 25 years of experience and a Bachelor of Music degree from Montclair State University, NJ. Excited to learn? Well, I am excited to teach you! I have taught many various styles of music, from Classical to Pop, Rock, Celtic, fiddle, and more. The foundation of all is classical, and we can go from there. My approach covers everything from bowing techniques to music theory and repertoire. I have taught ages 4-60 as well as all levels from beginner to advanced. I have prepared many for recitals, auditions, shows, and more. One of my favorite things is when a student gets a concept they have been working really hard on, and the excitement that comes over them is amazing! Whether you want to become a music major or just play for fun, maybe it's been a lifelong dream, or you're just starting, we will embark on this journey together to bring your dreams to life!
Rebekah graduated from Montclair State university
Expertise of the violin teacher
Bow Techniques
Posture and Hand Position
Violin Repertoire
Ear training
Vibrato and Intonation
Rhythm and Timing
Music theory
Student types for violin lessons
Violin for intermediate
Violin for adults
Violin for advanced
Violin for kids
Violin for beginners
Violin lessons overview
My teaching style focuses on expressive and rhythmic accuracy while building a classical foundation. One of my favorite tools to use while teaching is the METRONOME! I love it. When I was younger, I was not so sure of it, but as I grew, I learned its value! My practice became more accurate; it was not a chore but a joyful thing to do. I don't always have a lot of time. But with a metronome, you use the time you have very wisely and many times accomplish more in a short practice. My approach is fun and engaging and ensures step-by-step mastery for all students, ranging from beginner to advanced levels. No student is the same. You are not a cookie-cutter! I take my time, yet still have goals for the student to strive for. I follow a structured curriculum and blend traditional methods with modern teaching methods. The key for me is listening; I have moved and shifted my teaching over the 200+ students I have had throughout the years. I have taught many autistic students of varying levels! Never stop learning, shifting, and creating new sounds!
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Classical Violin
Electric Violin
Acoustic Violin
Baroque Violin
Fiddle Violin
Violin concepts taught by Rebekah
The student and tutor worked on violin tuning and then delved into music theory, specifically the concepts of sharps, flats, and naturals, practicing their application on the instrument. They also worked on playing specific musical pieces, focusing on note values, finger placement, and proper technique, with plans to continue practicing the "English folk song" and "Bohemian folk song."
Understanding Sharps and Flats
Note Values and Rhythms
Instrument Technique: Thumb Placement and Grip
Practice Strategies: Incremental Learning
Key Signatures: Relative Major and Minor
The Student practiced major scales and bowing techniques, including finger and hand positioning. New scales (F major and B flat major) were introduced, and rhythmic variations were applied to scale practice. The Student also started working on a piece in D major, focusing on separate measure practice and clean string crossings; the tutor recommended using a metronome.
F and B♭ Major Scales (One Octave)
G
D
and A Major Scales (One Octave)
Up and Down Bow Identification
Scales with Rhythms
Bow Hold Adjustments: Pinky
Middle Fingers
The session covered violin scales and learning new pieces. The student practiced scales in A major and B major, worked on note reading, and started learning two new pieces, "French Song" and "English Folk Song." The student was assigned to practice both scales and pieces before the next lesson, writing down key signatures to aid in memorization.
Dating Practice Material
Key Signatures and Sharps
Proper Finger Placement
Scale Practice
Reading Music: Note Recognition
The session involved refining the Student's violin technique, focusing on staccato and legato, key signatures, and scales. The Student practiced finger exercises to improve finger precision and string crossing. Homework includes specific exercises from page 34 and 35, focusing on finger exercises, reviewing songs, and practicing scales.
Staccato vs. Note Value
Playing Together: Quarter Note and Eighth Note Rhythms
Key Signatures: D Major
Finger Exercises for Clarity and String Crossing
Open String Practice for String Crossing
Importance of Bow Control
The student focused on refining their violin technique, including left-hand relaxation, bow hold adjustments, and intonation exercises. They practiced a G major scale and discussed exercises to improve string crossing and bow control. The student is moving cities and rescheduled a lesson accordingly.
Left Hand Relaxation
Bow Hold Adjustments
String Crossing Exercise
Bow Arm Movement & Wall Technique
The student and tutor worked on violin techniques, including tuning the instrument, improving finger placement for A major, and playing pieces such as "Long Long Ago" and "Perpetual Motion." The tutor provided guidance on note values and bow control. They discussed ordering new books for the student to continue learning and expanding their repertoire.
Violin Tuning (D String)
Finger Placement and Solid Colors
Two and Three Finger Placement
Note Durations (Quarter and Half Notes)
Sharps and Finger Position (Towards the Bridge)
Key Signatures: Sharps Identification and D Major
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
Violin Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Engaging violin lessons
Note taking
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
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