Emily Williams Violin Studio

Coaching Modules Overview

Coaching Modules cap at 7 people and need a minimum of 4 people before a module will be schedule.

Coaching Modules must be scheduled within 2 months of date of purchase.

A weekly day/time will be set according to the availability of the group members and myself. It is your responsibility as a group to find an available time for all group members from the days/times I offer (please contact me for current availability). I will interact with one member of your group members only to schedule a module day/time.

Modules will meet in person at Emily Williams Violin Studio, or online via a Google Hangout.

All Coaching Module fees are due up-front. The module will be officially scheduled after payment is received. You may pay by PayPal or check. No refunds are given for any reason. Unused or missed sessions will not be credited, refunded, transferred to another party or rescheduled. If you cannot come to a scheduled Module session week you forfeit that session fee.

I welcome any questions you have about Coaching Modules and look forward to meeting with you soon!

Module 1: The Complete Beginner (7 weeks)

Learn everything you need to know to start beginners of all ages on the violin!

It is often assumed that if we can play our instrument we can teach it. This is a myth! Let's not leave our teaching to trial and error. Learn how you can be most effective in giving beginning violinists the solid foundation they need to be successful!

Module Price

$250

Included in Module

  • Seven (7) 60–90 min. weekly sessions
  • Explanation and instruction on a new topic
  • Discussion of previous assignment
  • Question & Answer time
  • Weekly assignments for hands-on experience
  • A copy of The Beginning Violinist: A Companion Book for Children and Adults
  • Module 1 Workbook includes material for each session and places to take notes
  • A copy of Easy Exercises for Beginners on the Violin by Wallingford Riegger
  • The opportunity to observe beginning violin lessons with Emily Williams

Topics Covered in This Module

  • Equipment and repertoire
  • What to do at the very first lesson
  • How to teach note, rhythm reading and ear training
  • How to teach the bow hold and bowing
  • Left hand set-up and technique
  • Starting adult beginners

Module 2: The Business Side of Things (6 weeks)

Learn how to run your own studio!

The most solid teacher can be derailed by the pot holes of running a studio. If you want to be your own boss, but still be able to enjoy your craft this course is for you!

Module Price

$175

Included in Module

  • Six (6) 60–90 min. weekly sessions
  • Explanation and instruction on a new topic
  • Discussion of previous assignment
  • Question & Answer time
  • Weekly assignments for hands-on experience
  • Module 2 Workbook includes material for each session and places to take notes

Topics Covered in This Module

  • Money: how much to charge, collecting payment, taxes, etc.
  • Creating studio policies
  • How to get students/Advertising
  • Instrument purchasing, instrument care, copyright issues
  • Setting up Recitals and Festival participation
  • Trouble Shooting—letting students go, how to deal with parents, how to enforce policies, etc.

Module 3: The Intermediate Player (5 weeks)

Learn to successfully transition the beginning student to an advanced player!

The intermediate player still needs a methodical approach to secure a solid foundation, but also needs to be gently introduced to more advanced skills and concepts. Learn how to creatively approach this critical learning time.

Module Price

$150

Included in Module

  • Five (5) 60–90 min. weekly sessions
  • Explanation and instruction on a new topic
  • Discussion of previous assignment
  • Question & Answer time
  • Weekly assignments for hands-on experience
  • Module 3 Workbook includes material for each session and places to take notes
  • The opportunity to observe intermediate violin lessons with Emily Williams

Topics Covered in This Module

  • Assessing a student who can already play
  • The nitty-gritty of bow technique and tone production
  • Teaching shifting and vibrato
  • Intermediate Repertoire
  • Teaching Musicality
  • A structured approach to lesson and practice time