Fiddle Lessons
Master instructor plus certified public school teacher provides all level private and group lessons. Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Scottish and Nordic source mentors inspire Jane's teaching style, technic and traditional fiddle material which she transcribes & collects 40 years plus. Available in Poulsbo, on the North Peninsula, Kitsap County, Thursdays & Friday...
Master instructor plus certified public school teacher provides all level private and group lessons. Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Scottish and Nordic source mentors inspire Jane's teaching style, technic and traditional fiddle material which she transcribes & collects 40 years plus. Available in Poulsbo, on the North Peninsula, Kitsap County, Thursdays & Fridays. Will travel weekends for groups of 6-30 students, transportation costs additional.. Evening, 7PM, two hour, $20.00 group classes meet on Thursdays several times a month in winter, spring, summer: before & after the annual 8 week workshop series.
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When
Usual availability/office hours:
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where
- Rolling Bay, Bainbridge Island
10598 NE Valley Rd
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Price: $35.00
Offers discounts or promotional pricing!
Notes: Studio, performances & music transcriptions included. Ample parking... see more
Notes:
Studio, performances & music transcriptions included. Ample parking. Youth fee is $30.00--10 & under. Double (two persons @ $20 each) and 45 minute iessons available. MONDAY or WEDNESDAYS. Technic & theory encouraged.
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"I feel so lucky to have Jane teach my daughter."
Review of Fiddle Lessons, July 22, 2009
My daughter Meg insisted on writing her own review, but as the "violin mom", I also wanted to share my perspective. Meg started taking fiddle lessons from Jane 3 years ago, at age 7. Jane is a patient, caring instructor and her love and respect for the fiddle traditions are present in every lesson. You can see the way these tunes have been passed on over generations and preserved and the more I see, the more I am in awe of that process. Jane has been so nice to include Meg in on playing for dances and even will teach her a tune on the spot if she doesn't know it. Our favorite venue is the Poulsbo Midsommer celebration. Meg also takes classical violin and plays in a youth orchestra, and we have not had any problems at all mixing the two - in fact, I think it has made her a better player. I would highly recommend Jane to any parent considering fiddle lessons for their son or daughter.
My daughter Meg insisted on writing her own review, but as the "violin mom", I also wanted to share my perspective. Meg started taking fiddle lessons from Jane 3 years ago, at age 7. Jane is a patient, caring instructor and her love and respect for the fiddle traditions are present in every lesson. You can see the way these tunes have been passed on over generations and preserved and the mor...
- Pros:
- Helpful, Engaging, Encouraging, Smart, Patient, Fun, Good communicator
- How was this location?:
- Awesome
- How was the price?:
- Great value
I would recommend this teacher
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"I would recommend Jane to anyone!"
Review of Fiddle Lessons, July 22, 2009
Jane is someone who makes you feel so empowered by her traditional teaching methods and support. She's always thankful to any signs of appreciation from her students. Her group sessions an teaching style makes you think, wow, with her as a teacher, anyone can do this. Jane really brings people together. Her cozy home definitely reflects her welcoming personality. It all started when I was in 2nd grade, when I was checking out "The bat boy and his violin", my school librarian told me about Jane. She wrote her name and phone number down on a tiny post-it. My mom kept that post-it tucked away in a file folder for months. One day she finally called. I ended up really liking Jane's teaching style over time. I would recommend Jane to anyone, even if you've never even held a violin. She is an inspirational role model to me both in violin, and in life. Meg Olson, age 10.
Jane is someone who makes you feel so empowered by her traditional teaching methods and support. She's always thankful to any signs of appreciation from her students. Her group sessions an teaching style makes you think, wow, with her as a teacher, anyone can do this. Jane really brings people together. Her cozy home definitely reflects her welcoming personality. It all started when I was i...
- Pros:
- Helpful, Engaging, Encouraging, Patient, Good communicator
- How was this location?:
- Awesome
- How was the price?:
- Great value
I would recommend this teacher
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