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violin lessons -
With Wendy Goodwin
Welcome to the
Effesenden Music private lesson studio! This is a place of
creativity, empowerment and learning. A specialized program
of study is crafted to meet the unique learning style and
goals of each individual student!
Have Fun & Build Strong Skills: As both teacher and performer,
Wendy Goodwin emphasizes
excellent technique that fosters
a beautiful sound while having
fun playing a variety of styles
of music ranging from standard
classical repertoire to jazz,
fiddle and rock.
Is the goal preparation for
youth orchestra auditions?
Or maybe there is an interest in
learning to improvise on the
violin. Whatever the case,
Wendy is focused on empowering
students to achieve their
dreams.
Experience:
Ms. Goodwin began the study of violin at
age three. Childhood experiences
included private instruction with Jay
Gilbertson, Aida Baker and Julie Coleman as
well as participation in youth orchestras
including All State, Music in May & Portland
Youth Philharmonic. Wendy graduated
Magna Cum Laude from George Fox University
in 2000 with a BA in Music. In 2002,
Wendy completed her MM in music performance
at Portland State University where she was a
graduate assistant to Dr. Keith Clark and a
private student of Carol Sindell.
Teaching Experience: Wendy has been a private violin
instructor for over 10 years.
In addition she has taught group
classes at Stafford Primary and
Forte Music School as well as
Music Theory, Music Appreciation
and Chamber Music at the college
level. Ms. Goodwin is an active
performer in the Portland
area—for more information visit
concerts & news.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the
prerequisites for studying violin with Wendy Goodwin?
A: Wendy accepts all levels of students from beginner to
advanced. The student must be willing to meet practice
goals (which will be individually tailored.)
Q: I am an amateur adult
violinist. What can I expect from violin lessons with
Wendy Goodwin?
A: To benefit the most out of violin lessons as an adult, it
is very important that the student have specific goals in
mind--be that to learn to improvise, to be able to get
better tone in order to participate in a church music
ensemble, or to polish a specific skill such as vibrato and
shifting. Wendy listens carefully with the intent of
helping the adult student see success.
Q; Will there
be performance opportunities?
A: The studio holds recitals 2 to 3 times a year where
students have the opportunity to share what they have
learned in a supportive environment. Wendy also strongly
encourages students to pursue extracurricular performance
opportunities ranging from youth orchestras to solo ensemble
to church groups. Many people have stage fright when it
comes to playing alone in public. The best way to cure the
jitters is by building a memory bank of positive performance
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