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
/ 55 min
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!
Meet Rebekah
Rebekah graduated from Montclair State university
Expertise of the violin teacher
Reading Music & Sight-Reading
Ear training
Violin Repertoire
Vibrato and Intonation
Bow Techniques
Music theory
Scales and Arpeggios
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Student types for violin lessons
Violin for adults
Violin for kids
Violin for intermediate
Violin for advanced
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
Student and Tutor continued their violin lesson, focusing on the piece "Redwing." They worked on precise rhythm, understanding bow annotations, improving bow hold, and reducing squeaky sounds. The Tutor introduced new practice strategies involving scales and legato playing to help the Student improve technical accuracy and musicality.
Optimizing Bow Hold & Weight Distribution
Strategic Bow Management for Long Notes
Legato Practice for Overall Smoothness
Targeted Rhythm Practice with Scales
Accurate Note Duration & Counting
Decoding Violin Bowing Annotations
The Student and Tutor addressed violin tuning, reviewed several musical pieces, and decided to focus on "Climb Every Mountain." They began discussing music notation, specifically dotted notes, and the Student was advised to practice the first half of their chosen piece before the next session.
Practical Tuning Check-in
Strategic Music Piece Selection
Identifying Musical Repetition
Introduction to Dotted Note Rhythms
Rhythm vs. Melody in Familiar Pieces
The Student and Tutor addressed bowing technique and rhythmic precision in a specific piece, noting the Student's tendency to rush and alter note values. The Tutor introduced a new practice method involving recording chord backing tracks with a metronome and clarified the interpretation of cut time versus 4/4 time for effective practice. Additionally, the Tutor recommended a music application to enhance practice with accompaniment and looping features.
"Place and Play" Bow Technique
Mastering Bowing Marks & Note Values
Leveraging Digital Practice Platforms (TomPlay)
Understanding Cut Time (C/)
Creative Practice with Self-Recorded Backing Tracks
Addressing Core Violin Challenges
The Student and Tutor worked on violin tuning, practiced G, C, D, and A major scales, and rehearsed a piece titled "Bond to Back." The session focused on intonation, wrist position, and bowing technique, with specific practice goals set for completing the current piece and refining scales for the next lesson.
Violin Tuning & Environmental Factors
Left Hand Technique: Wrist & Finger Placement
Right Hand Technique: Bow Hold & Mid-Bow Use
A Major Key Signature & Finger Patterns
The Importance of Practicing In-Tune
Student and Tutor addressed violin technique, focusing on improving bow control, string crossing, and note duration for a new piece. They also had an in-depth discussion about the considerations and process for purchasing a new violin and bow. The next lesson's schedule was adjusted.
Expressive Phrasing: Note Value & Pacing
Informed Violin & Bow Procurement
Optimizing Bow Hold: The 'Jellyfish Wrist'
Precision in String Crossing: Technique & Tone Consistency
Mastering Bow Control: Weight Distribution & Bounciness
The Student and Tutor worked on violin technique, focusing on scales and arpeggios from the "Progressive Scales and Studies" book and a new piece in D major. They addressed bow hold, finger placement patterns, and string switching difficulties. The Student was assigned to practice specific pages from both books and use a metronome for rhythm and fluidity.
Arpeggios: Scale Foundations
Optimizing Bow Hold & String Crossing
Fingerboard Proximity & Nail Care
Bow Tension Basics
Key Signatures and Finger Placement
Finger Patterns (2-3 & 1-2)
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
Violin Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Engaging violin lessons
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Weekend lessons
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