Who Am I?
My name is Julia Erway, and I am a certified Suzuki violin teacher offering private violin lessons in West Boise. I began Suzuki violin at the age of five, and continued through high school, when I began competing with a major repertoire. I often served as section leader/concertmaster for Boise Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. I have also been blessed with the opportunity to solo with multiple symphonies including Meridian Symphony Orchestra.
Teaching is my passion. With over five years experience, I offer personalized violin instruction for children of all ages, helping students build confidence, discipline, and musicality. I also have experience assisting and substitute teaching in school orchestras, as well as leading classes at Suzuki workshops.
Over the last four years, I have completed multiple Suzuki certifications awarded by some of the most renowned teachers in the world, and have taken advantage of countless observation hours of master teachers. Beyond the musicianship skills I teach, my goal is to help students achieve a sense of accomplishment, perseverance, responsibility, and above all, a love for music.
Most Important Aspects of the Suzuki Method
The Suzuki approach deals with much more than teaching children how to play an instrument. Through Suzuki training, students develop strengths such as determination and concentration, in addition to technical and musical proficiency.
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Children learn their mother language by being constantly exposed to it. Speaking comes first, then reading. Similarly, in learning a musical instrument, children should initially be taught by ear, and an important part of the training involves repeatedly listening to recording of the pieces. The more time spent learning, the better! Learning to read music comes a bit later.
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Unless agreed upon with the teacher, a parent must practice with the child using the notes taken from the lesson. This is critical to developing good practice habits!
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Move in very small steps so the child can master the material with confidence. Every child moves at a different pace, but everyone can learn to play!
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Children love to do what other children are doing. Group lessons, workshops, institutes, and informal get-togethers with other children all provide motivation that they cannot get from their adult teachers and parents. Foster an attitude of cooperation — not competition — among children.
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