Violin lessons near me in Mesa, AZ

The student and tutor worked on improving violin intonation and finger placement, specifically focusing on achieving accurate notes within the "Can Can" piece. They also explored different violin positions and practiced executing musical passages with correct bowing and fingerwork.

The tutor and student reviewed G major and D major scales, practicing various bow strokes and tempo increases. They then focused on specific shifting exercises to improve finger transitions between positions, applying these techniques to the Concerto A minor piece, including accidentals and bowings. Future study will involve the A major scale and continued work on shifting exercises.

The tutor and student reviewed Grade 2 piano scales and worked on specific musical pieces, focusing on technical accuracy and musical expression. They also discussed the requirements and format of the upcoming Grade 2 piano exam, with a plan to set an exam readiness goal.

The student and tutor worked on refining the student's violin performance of a concerto, focusing on rhythm accuracy, legato bowing, and trills. They addressed specific challenging measures, accidentals, and page-turning techniques. The student was assigned to practice up to measure 136 and listen to a recording of the piece.

The student practiced vibrato exercises and worked on specific pieces, including Barbara Seville, focusing on rhythm, bowing techniques, and finger placement. The session included refining staccato passages and addressing shifting issues to improve overall performance for an upcoming concert. No specific homework was assigned, but the student was encouraged to continue practicing the techniques and pieces covered.

The session covered foundational music theory for violin, including the staff, treble clef, musical alphabet, and note identification on the violin strings. The student practiced drawing the treble clef, identifying notes on the staff, and playing simple note patterns on the G and D strings. The tutor assigned exercises for filling in notes to practice during the week and asked the student to send the sheet music for Ode to Joy for incorporation into future lessons.