Pamela Evans
Instruments: violin and viola
Phone Number: 937-532-5137
Email: _evansviolin@gmail.com_
I am a graduate of Cedarville University with degrees in music and political science. I enjoy teaching violin because it allows me to communicate the creative gift of music with others. I also enjoy interacting with a variety of unique individuals and learning styles.
I have experience teaching ages ranging from toddlers to retirees. I find that there are unique aspects to teaching and learning at any age, but that anyone can learn, whether or not they have had the opportunity of musical training in the past.
My teaching method uses the Mueller-Rusch method books for technique and the Suzuki books for repertoire. However, I am flexible to the needs of individual students and will often allow a transferring student to finish the book they were previously studying (such as Essential Elements, All for Strings, or Strictly Strings). I am especially concerned with teaching note-reading as well as proper technique from the moment students begin playing. As students advance, I strive to choose a repertoire that is tailored to their individual needs and that gives students experience playing a from a variety of different time periods in music, as well as the technical background needed to make playing this music well achievable.
I encourage students to attend classical concerts and to participate in my yearly recitals. My students also participate in the Ohio Federation of Music Clubs festivals each year, where many have received Superior or Unanimous Superior Ratings from outside adjudicators. Also, I am available to work on orchestral music with students in their lessons and to help them prepare for auditions.
I am an active performer. I am available as a soloist and in ensembles, for weddings, playing in local orchestras,and other events. I believe that having good experience and “keeping fresh” with my own performances is very important to being able to be the relevant and high quality teacher that I strive to be.
Feel free to contact me by phone or email for more information. All the best as you consider violin lessons!