Elizabeth Quintos
Learn Violin with a Patient & Experienced Teacher 🎻 | Fun & Engaging Lessons for Kids & Adults | Suzuki Method | 15+ Years Experience
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Elizabeth Quintos
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
Elizabeth - Violin teacher
I am a violin instructor with over 15 years of experience teaching both children and adults. I have supported students in developing their musical abilities for a variety of purposes, including school performances, academic requirements, recordings, and recitals. Throughout my teaching career, I have worked with students at different skill levels and some had passed their graded violin exams and auditions. For young learners, I incorporate the Suzuki Method, while also customizing each lesson to align with the student’s individual goals and learning style. I place strong emphasis on building a solid technical foundation, proper posture, and ear training, while keeping lessons engaging and enjoyable. I also take great pleasure in working with adult learners who pursue violin as a hobby, fostering a positive, patient, and encouraging environment that supports steady progress. In addition to technical skills, I guide students in developing musicality, discipline, and confidence in performance. I believe that every student learns differently, so I adapt my teaching approach to ensure lessons remain effective, motivating, and rewarding. My goal is to help each student grow not only as a musician but also to develop a lifelong appreciation for music. I am dedicated to helping students build confidence, strengthen their musical skills, and find joy in their learning journey, whether they are learning for personal fulfillment or preparing for important performances.
Meet Elizabeth
Elizabeth graduated from University of the Philippines
Expertise of the violin teacher
Finger Placement and Scales
Rhythm and Timing
Sight Reading
Music theory
Scales and Arpeggios
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Student types for violin lessons
Violin for adults
Violin for beginners
Violin for kids
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Classical Violin
Acoustic Violin
Student Violin
Violin concepts taught by Elizabeth
The Student and Tutor focused on violin technique, including bow hold, left-hand posture, and fourth-finger exercises. They reviewed Suzuki pieces and variations, introduced the rhythmic concept of triplets, and began reading new pieces from the Suzuki book. The Student was encouraged to continue practicing, and future class enrollment was discussed.
Efficient Sheet Music Reading & Progressive Practice
Intonation: Achieving Correct Pitch
Left Hand: Fourth Finger Stretch & Arm Alignment
Bow Hold: Pinky & Thumb Positioning
Rhythmic Pattern: Triplets
The Student and Tutor practiced various violin pieces and exercises, focusing on refining bowing techniques, implementing accents, and accurately playing staccato notes and dynamics. They reviewed several pieces, identifying areas for improvement in intonation and rhythmic precision. The Student received homework to practice pieces from number eight, ensuring clean notes and correct dynamic application for the next session.
Bowing Techniques: Staccato & Accents
Finger Accuracy & Pitch Control
Dynamic Control
Rhythmic Variations: Triplets & 16th Notes
Effective Practice Strategies
The Student and Tutor practiced major scales, fourth-finger exercises, and double-stopping techniques on the Violin. They also worked on reading and performing specific musical pieces, focusing on articulation, rhythmic patterns, and bow control. The Tutor assigned the Student to update their music book with class notes and review pieces 1-11 in preparation for G major pieces starting from number 12.
Major Scale Review & Practice
Fourth Finger & String Exercises
Bowing Techniques & Articulations
Reading & Practicing Music Pieces
Sustaining Notes & Finger Placement
Transition to New Key Signatures
The Student and Tutor engaged in a Violin lesson, focusing on technique and repertoire. They practiced the A major scale, finger exercises, and three rhythmic variations for Piece #1, then moved on to sight-reading and playing Piece #4, "Go Tell a Truth," with an emphasis on note identification and bow control. The Tutor assigned reviewing all practiced pieces and checking class renewal for continuation.
Bow Control for Dynamic and Rhythmic Expression
Basic Note Reading and String Identification
Rhythmic Articulation with Word Patterns
Targeted Finger Exercises (3rd & 4th Fingers)
Proper Violin Posture and Balance
Student and Tutor worked on several Suzuki pieces, including numbers 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9, focusing on improving rhythmic accuracy, dynamics, and various bowing techniques. They also practiced finger consistency and warm-up exercises like double stops and a D major scale. The Student was assigned homework to practice piece number 8 with a metronome at 80 BPM.
Rhythmic Precision & Note Duration
Dynamic Control & Expression
Bowing Techniques & Retakes
Finger Consistency & Placement
D Major Scale & Double Stops Introduction
The Student and Tutor focused on foundational violin techniques, including proper left-hand posture, finger placement, and precise note execution across different strings. They practiced major scales, identified and transcribed notes, and applied a rhythmic pattern to their playing. The session concluded with a review of previously assigned pieces and homework, which included reviewing Suzuki pieces #55-61 and other short pieces.
Violin Finger Placement & Hand Position
Understanding Violin Rhythmic Patterns
Note Reading and String Identification
Violin Bowing Techniques
Practice Strategies & Review
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps
Violin Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Ear Training Software
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