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Own your violin skills!

April 26, 2012January 4, 2015 - Elaine's Violin Studio

Own your violin skills!

You are ready to put in the effort – So am I!

  • Learn fingerboard geography, note reading and theory
  • Prepare for ASTA exams
  • Do a comprehensive Suzuki program. Start by ear, continue learning technique, note reading and memorization
  • Young children can watch Mom learn and then join in the adventure
Posted in Violin Lessons - Tagged Asta exam, Music theory, Note reading, Violin
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Elaine

I am at present, a retired Suzuki Violin/Viola instructor and active blogger. I live in Arvada, Colorado with my son and his family. While I was teaching, I enjoyed giving my students a well-rounded program, where a wide range of skills was fostered. Now I enjoy writing about the skills I taught and blogging about my adventures in retirement.

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