Reviews of Barbara Collins

• "Playing with Confidence and Creative Expression"

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  • • 5/5 stars
  • Carla Wulfsberg

  Review of Barbara Collins, June 07, 2009

  Barbara Collins is one of the best fiddlers in the region, and one of the best teachers. I would highly recommend her for gaining a solid foundation in a particular style of fiddling (she's accomplished in many styles including jazz and classical violin). She's extremely patient at building confidence and inspires her students to improvise. I like very much that she teaches how to read musical notation in the style that it should be played. Improvisation has always been a hurdle for me, but now, after lessons with Barbara, I enjoy the challenge. I particularly find the opportunity of playing with a backup sound track that she provides and hearing her harmony to the melodies a wonderfully enriching experience. It's a rare treat to play with such a fine musician.

  • Pros:
  • Helpful, Engaging, Encouraging, Smart, Patient, Funny, Fun, Good communicator

  • How was this location?:
  • OK

  • How was the price?:
  • Great value

  I would recommend this teacher

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• "The Great Motivator!"

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  • • 5/5 stars
  • Susan Anderson
  • Olympia, WA

  Review of Barbara Collins, April 22, 2009

  Barbara is an outstanding teacher! Her expertise is unsurpassed and she's gifted at sharing this great talent with others. A truly remarkable experience and one I highly recommend for everyone.

  • Pros:
  • Helpful, Engaging, Encouraging, Smart, Patient, Funny, Fun, Good communicator

  • How was this location?:
  • Awesome

  • How was the price?:
  • Great value

  I would recommend this teacher

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• "Barbara Collins - fiddle teacher"

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  • • 5/5 stars
  • Carrie Dye
  • Lacey, WA

  Review of Barbara Collins, November 10, 2008

  Barbara is the consummate musician and teacher. Come prepared to work and reach beyond what you thought you could do or would do!
  Inspiring!

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