Rebekah Stickler
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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
Vibrato and Intonation
Ear training
Music theory
Scales and Arpeggios
Reading Music & Sight-Reading
Bow Techniques
Finger Placement and Scales
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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 focused on improving violin technique, particularly developing the fourth finger through targeted exercises and correct hand positioning. They also worked on connecting notes, ensuring proper intonation using a tuner, and applying these skills to "Mia and Sebastian's Theme." Homework includes practicing A major scales, various finger exercises, using tape for fingerboard guidelines, and selecting new pieces.
Legato Bowing and Expressive Phrasing
Precision Intonation and Tuner Application
Focused Fourth Finger Development Exercises
Strategic Practice and Injury Prevention
Mastering the Fourth Finger: Left Hand Ergonomics
The Student practiced the G major scale, receiving corrections on finger placement for C natural and G natural on the A and E strings. The Tutor then provided extensive guidance on refining bow hold and wrist motion for proper bowing technique, using demonstrations and physical exercises. The session concluded with recommendations for practicing with a mirror, using temporary finger tapes for intonation guidance, and the Tutor sending links for a bow helper tool and a comprehensive scale book.
G Major Scale & Intonation Fundamentals
Developing a Flexible Bow Hold
Practicing with a Mirror for Bow Straightness
Fingerboard Tapes for Intonation Guidance
Introduction to Musical Modes
Student and Tutor worked on violin tuning and proper instrument posture, adjusting the music stand for optimal playing. They also focused on refining bowing technique and understanding music notation rules for accidentals and tempo markings. The session concluded with a discussion on the interpretation of the 3/4 time signature.
Instrument Tuning Fundamentals
Rosin Application Basics
Environmental Impact on String Instruments
Optimal Music Stand Height & Instrument Posture
Bow Weight Distribution and Sound Quality
Music Notation: Sharps & Bar Line Rules
Understanding 3/4 Time Signature
The student and Tutor worked on violin technique, focusing on proper bow control, left-hand finger placement, and intonation. They practiced a specific piece and several major scales, including G, D, and A major. Homework includes practicing scales on pages 5-6, finishing a piece up to measure 19, and concentrating on using the mid-bow section with flat hair.
Bow Control & Mid-Bow Mastery
Rosin Application for Optimal Grip
Left-Hand Finger Precision & Intonation
Effective Scale Practice & Bow Placement
Instrument & Body Posture Adjustments
The Student and Tutor worked on rhythm, including 16th notes, dotted eighth notes, and pickup notes, before practicing the pieces "Shorten Bread" and "Greensleeves." Key signatures and accidentals like C sharp and D sharp were also discussed. For homework, the Student is assigned to practice "Greensleeves" (page 18) for the next session.
Rhythmic Precision & Pickup Notes
Note Duration and Bowing Techniques
Precise Finger Placement for String Notes
Understanding Accidental Duration within a Measure
Key Signatures & Identifying Accidentals
The Student and Tutor practiced violin scales and pieces, focusing on rhythm and key signatures. They worked on the G major and D major scales, and pieces 'Lamont' and 'Wayfairing Stranger', with specific attention to dotted eighth to sixteenth rhythms, bowing technique, and identifying accidentals. For homework, the Student is to practice both pieces with their corresponding scales, prioritizing accurate rhythms and careful observation of accidentals.
Mastering Dotted Eighth to Sixteenth Rhythms
Understanding Key Signatures & Accidentals
Bowing Control for Rhythmic Precision
Pickup Notes & Maintaining Meter (3/4 Time)
Integrating Scales into Piece Preparation
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
Violin Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Metronome Apps
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