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
Reading Music & Sight-Reading
Scales and Arpeggios
Rhythm and Timing
Sight Reading
Finger Placement and Scales
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Student types for violin lessons
Violin for beginners
Violin for adults
Violin for kids
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Classical Violin
Acoustic Violin
Student Violin
Violin concepts taught by Elizabeth
The Student and Tutor reviewed violin techniques, including Tonic Minor arpeggios, bowing variations, and rhythmic patterns. They practiced pieces from the student's book and Suzuki Book 2, focusing on sight-reading, memorization, and dynamic bowing control. Homework was assigned to practice specific measures at a set tempo and to prepare an entire page for performance, along with an accompaniment for the next session.
Tonic Minor Arpeggios: Natural Form
Bowing Variations & Rhythmic Interpretation
Fingering Consistency: Open String (0) vs. Fourth Finger (4)
Effective Practice Methodologies
Musical Interpretation: Accents
Repeats
and Phrasing
The Student and Tutor reviewed various violin techniques and pieces, focusing on G major scales with different bowing and rhythmic variations. They practiced selections from Suzuki Book Two, emphasizing memorization, precise fingering, and controlled bowing. Homework included practicing scales, arpeggios, and preparing the next piece in the Suzuki book.
Mastering Variations for Scales
Arpeggios
and Thirds
Suzuki Book 2: Reviewing Number 1
Suzuki Book 2: Introducing Number 2
Effective Practice Habits
Comprehensive Scale & Arpeggio Practice
Student and Tutor worked on violin tuning, correct bow hold, and practicing major scales. They reviewed specific exercises from the Essential Elements and Suzuki methods, focusing on note reading, rhythm, and bowing techniques. The session concluded with adjusting the violin's shoulder rest for improved posture and assigning homework on Essential Elements exercises and Suzuki review.
Violin Setup & Tuning Basics
Fundamental Bow Hold (Right Hand)
Violin Holding Posture (Left Hand & Body)
Sight-Reading & Music Practice Strategies
Optimizing Practice Environment: The Music Stand
The session focused on violin practice, covering scales, new repertoire, and a review piece. The Student practiced a run-through of scales and sight-read two new pieces from Book 2. They also reviewed a piece from Suzuki Book 1, working on tempo, shifting, and bow control, with homework assigned for specific scale variations and continued practice of the challenging sections.
Scale Practice & Slur Variations
New Repertoire: Book 2 Sight-Reading
Review & Refine: Suzuki Book 1 (Minuet)
Bow Speed & Division Control
Importance of Metronome for Steady Tempo
The Student and Tutor focused on violin technique, reviewing major, melodic minor, and harmonic minor scales, practicing bowing techniques, and listening for accurate pitch. They also worked on a piece with accompaniment, addressed hand position, and planned to start a new book and read arpeggios for future sessions. The importance of having physical music books was emphasized for homework and future lessons.
Precision Bowing Techniques
Future Arpeggio Preparations
Practicing with Accompaniment
Violin Scales Mastery
Student and Tutor focused on violin technique, reviewing melodic and harmonic minor scales, arpeggios, and various Suzuki pieces. They practiced specific bowing techniques for string crossing and finger placement, especially for the fourth finger. The Student was assigned homework to practice scales, arpeggios, and specific Suzuki pieces, including choosing accompaniment tempos and using a metronome.
Understanding Minor Scales & Arpeggios
Effective Practice Strategies
Bow Control for Clear Open Strings
Developing Fourth Finger Dexterity
Rhythmic Precision with Metronome
Right Arm Mechanics for String Crossing
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps
Violin Tuner Apps
Ear Training Software
Metronome Apps
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