| FIRST STRING VIOLIN SHOP |
Hello and welcome to my studio at the First String Violin Academy! THE BASICS: $25 per 30 minute lesson $35 per 45 minute lesson $50 per 60 minute lesson All lessons are held once a week at: First String Violin Shop 3107 Brown Rd Overland, MO 63114 You may contact me at mhorine32@gmail.com or 314-972-3200 to inquire about or schedule lessons. |
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY & METHODS:
I have varied musical interests and experiences and am happy to tailor your instruction to include your
musical tastes in our basic studies.
In addition to classical, I have studied and/or performed old-time and bluegrass fiddling, folk, blues, rock,
avant-garde, and some jazz. Learning to play an instrument can be challenging and sometimes
frustrating. Therefore,
I aspire to keep my students in touch with what brought them to the instrument in the first place through
studying the music they love.
Technique is the foundation of my teaching of any style of music. I use traditional, classical methods and
literature with elements of the Suzuki method and of Paul Rolland’s action method. (Please note:
although I use Suzuki literature and some aspects of the the method, I am not a certified Suzuki teacher
at this time.) All students will have technical studies regardless of their musical style preferences.
Playing-related injuries are all too common among professional musicians, amateurs and students. The
groundwork for these problems may be laid in the first stages of study. Prevention of these problems is
of the utmost importance to me as a player and a teacher. Therefore, I strive to impart a healthy, whole-
body approach to learning the instrument. Good posture through correct spinal alignment and stretching
are an important part of my approach.
My students have ranged in age from six to 86! I welcome students of all ages and abilities. Students
will have the opportunity to perform in Academy recitals.
LINKS:
www.belldora.com
www.10mph.com
I have varied musical interests and experiences and am happy to tailor your instruction to include your
musical tastes in our basic studies.
In addition to classical, I have studied and/or performed old-time and bluegrass fiddling, folk, blues, rock,
avant-garde, and some jazz. Learning to play an instrument can be challenging and sometimes
frustrating. Therefore,
I aspire to keep my students in touch with what brought them to the instrument in the first place through
studying the music they love.
Technique is the foundation of my teaching of any style of music. I use traditional, classical methods and
literature with elements of the Suzuki method and of Paul Rolland’s action method. (Please note:
although I use Suzuki literature and some aspects of the the method, I am not a certified Suzuki teacher
at this time.) All students will have technical studies regardless of their musical style preferences.
Playing-related injuries are all too common among professional musicians, amateurs and students. The
groundwork for these problems may be laid in the first stages of study. Prevention of these problems is
of the utmost importance to me as a player and a teacher. Therefore, I strive to impart a healthy, whole-
body approach to learning the instrument. Good posture through correct spinal alignment and stretching
are an important part of my approach.
My students have ranged in age from six to 86! I welcome students of all ages and abilities. Students
will have the opportunity to perform in Academy recitals.
LINKS:
www.belldora.com
www.10mph.com
| Melissa Horine Violin/Fiddle |
ABOUT ME:
The majority of my performance experience and formal training are in the classical realm. However, I also
studied old-time fiddling with NEA honoree Bob Holt of Ava, Missouri and started my own band, Bell Dora,
in 1999.
In addition to playing the violin I also sing, play guitar, and write songs. One of my songs is on the
soundtrack of the independent, comic documentary, 10 MPH, which recently won Best Documentary at
the Solstice Film Festival. I have performed with numerous rock, country, folk, blues, and pop bands.
EDUCATION:
Master of Music in Violin Pedagogy,
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Music in Violin
Performance, Missouri State University
Teachers include: Susan Doering, David Hays, and fiddler Bob Holt
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Violin Instructor, First String Violin Academy(2005-present)
Adjunct faculty, Community Music School of Webster University(2005-present) Chamber music coach,
Missouri State University Summer String Fling (2002-2006) Elementary strings, Rockwood School District
(2006)
Beginning Orchestra, Springfield(MO) Public Schools(2003)
Private studio teacher since 1999
PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE:
Founding member of regional band Bell Dora: violin, guitar, vocals, songwriter,
Current member: St. Louis Philharmonic, Gateway Festival Orchestra
Former member: Springfield(MO) Symphony Orchestra, Springfield Regional Opera Orchestra, Chamber
Orchestra of the Ozarks, Fort Smith Symphony, and Missouri State University Symphony (concertmaster
2002-2003)
Performed with: The Trans Siberian Orchestra, Paragon Ragtime Orchestra
Extensive freelance and studio work
MEMBERSHIPS:
American String Teachers’ Association
Musicians’ Association of St. Louis,
Local 2-197 AFM
Honor societies: Pi Kappa Lambda, Phi Eta Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi
The majority of my performance experience and formal training are in the classical realm. However, I also
studied old-time fiddling with NEA honoree Bob Holt of Ava, Missouri and started my own band, Bell Dora,
in 1999.
In addition to playing the violin I also sing, play guitar, and write songs. One of my songs is on the
soundtrack of the independent, comic documentary, 10 MPH, which recently won Best Documentary at
the Solstice Film Festival. I have performed with numerous rock, country, folk, blues, and pop bands.
EDUCATION:
Master of Music in Violin Pedagogy,
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Music in Violin
Performance, Missouri State University
Teachers include: Susan Doering, David Hays, and fiddler Bob Holt
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Violin Instructor, First String Violin Academy(2005-present)
Adjunct faculty, Community Music School of Webster University(2005-present) Chamber music coach,
Missouri State University Summer String Fling (2002-2006) Elementary strings, Rockwood School District
(2006)
Beginning Orchestra, Springfield(MO) Public Schools(2003)
Private studio teacher since 1999
PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE:
Founding member of regional band Bell Dora: violin, guitar, vocals, songwriter,
Current member: St. Louis Philharmonic, Gateway Festival Orchestra
Former member: Springfield(MO) Symphony Orchestra, Springfield Regional Opera Orchestra, Chamber
Orchestra of the Ozarks, Fort Smith Symphony, and Missouri State University Symphony (concertmaster
2002-2003)
Performed with: The Trans Siberian Orchestra, Paragon Ragtime Orchestra
Extensive freelance and studio work
MEMBERSHIPS:
American String Teachers’ Association
Musicians’ Association of St. Louis,
Local 2-197 AFM
Honor societies: Pi Kappa Lambda, Phi Eta Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi
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| 3107 Brown Road, Overland, MO 63114 / Phone: (314) 426-1192 Hours by Appointment : Tue - Fri 9 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 3 pm |