Private lessons - One violin lesson with Alexa Torres

Alexa specializes in both jazz and classical violin. She holds a Master of Music in Jazz Performance from the University of North Texas and is currently pursuing a PhD in Jazz Performance at New York University. She brings over 15 years of experience in violin instruction to students of all ages.

Educational Approach:

Alexa's teaching philosophy is rooted in a deep commitment to music education that spans genres and techniques. Her lessons are tailored to the individual goals and skills of her students, whether they are exploring basic classical melodies or delving into complex jazz improvisation.

Jazz Studies:

In jazz, Alexa’s lessons encompass a wide range of practices, from transcribing and analyzing solos to studying bebop and contemporary jazz techniques like triad pairs, diminished scales, and pentatonic patterns. She emphasizes practical application of theory through chord-scale studies and fingerboard mapping, ensuring students not only learn to play but also to understand the musical structures they are working with.

Classical Training:

For classical violinists, Alexa provides a structured curriculum that includes technical studies from foundational works such as Ševčik’s Op. 8 and Carl Flesch’s scale systems. Her classical training is complemented by her flexibility to integrate elements of the Suzuki method, adapting to the specific developmental needs of her students.

Research and Pedagogy:

Alexa is a proponent of evidence-based teaching methods, incorporating strategies like retrieval practice into her lessons to enhance learning efficiency. Her academic contributions to music education include published research in "Update: Applications of Research in Music Education," reflecting her ongoing commitment to advancing pedagogical standards.

Recommended Texts and Resources:

Depending on individual student needs, Alexa recommends various pedagogical texts, such as "The Jazz Theory Book" by Mark Levine for jazz students, and technical studies like "24 Preparatory Exercises" by Dont for more advanced classical training.

Alexa Torres offers a unique educational experience that bridges her rich performance background with rigorous academic research, fostering a comprehensive learning environment for her students.

You will receive an email to schedule your lessons after finalizing your purchase. Lessons will be held over Zoom or Google Meet.