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VIOLIN LESSONS IN BOISE ID
Meet Jonelle ă» Violin Instructor
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE
For more than 30 years Jonelle has taught and encouraged musicians through her private violin studio, Sequoia Strings, located at Telford and Sons Violins in Boise ID.
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Jonelle uses an individualized approach to support students of all ages, encouraging each student to trust their talent and create their own musical path.
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Her students grow in different ways - from appreciating music to serious study - and are encouraged to become a lifelong participant in the arts.
Her teaching is grounded in child development, gifted education, and technical foundations including:
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Ear training
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Bowing technique
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Sight reading
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Collaborative duet playing
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BACKGROUND
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Rotary Distinguished Educator
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For exceptional teaching and inspirational guidance
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âUp With People Alumnaâ
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âMusic Performance and Global Studies
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Boise Baroque 2003 -
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Sydney Opera House (AUS) Kennedy Center (DC) Carnegie Hall (NY) â
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Violin lesson checklist: dedicated music bag or backpack, shoulder rest, rosin, #2 pencil, colored pencils, eraser, fingernail clippers, music stand for home use, metronome, tuner, video recording device (smart phone, tablet etc)
Parent / Guardian: purchase music within 7 days, drop off / pick up on time, provide a dedicated time and space for practicing, pay tuition at the first lesson of the month
COMMUNITY ă» CIVIC ARTISTRY
Lessons ă» Live Music
"Music is my spiritual practice" H Hancock
SEQUOIA STRINGS (of Boise)
âElementary - high school students are encouraged to participate in their neighborhood school orchestra program, support their musician friends at other public schools, and participate in as many community events as possible.
âBoise Phil Youth Orchestras
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âAdult students are encouraged to find a community orchestra that is welcoming and supportive of musical goals.
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SEQUOIA STRING QUARTET
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Civic Artistry & Community
As part of our commitment to support traditional community events, we only donate our time and talents to 100% volunteer 501c(3) nonprofits that offer non-ticketed events (free admission) to our community.ââ
LIVE MUSIC ă» EVENT BOOKING
Freelance ă» Orchestral
Now booking for the holidays!.
WHO WE AREâ
Collectively, we are string players who have performed in pit orchestras, faith based productions, chamber groups, symphony orchestras, weddings and private events, and have performed on some of the worlds most premier stages.
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WHAT WE OFFER
Live string music - Quartet, trio, or duet. We shape the ensemble to your venue, acoustics, and artistic needs.â
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Proposal & Engagement Dinners
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Milestones
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Holiday Parties
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WHY CHOOSE US
We have performed together in various ensembles throughout the Treasure Valley - at beautiful locations including The Bishops House, Chateau Des Fleurs, Cathedral of the Rockies, and Morrison Center - bringing years of local experience.
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Reservations and Cancellations
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A $75 non-refundable retainer fee reserves your date ă» Duo $300 / HR ă» Trio $375 / HRă»Quartet $500 ?HR
FAQ's
âFAQ Violin Lessons
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âLessons are located at Telford and Sons Violins in Boise ID.
Lessons are offered once a week at a time reserved in advance.
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Violin lessons are held in 20, 30, 45, or 60 minute time slots.
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Monthly tuition is due at the first violin lesson of each month via cash or check.
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Monthly tuition rates range from $80 - $250.
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Monthly tuition reserves a specific time on the studio schedule.
Make-up lessons are not guaranteed.
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Missed violin lessons are not deducted from your tuition payment(s)
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Any lesson may be held virtually during your regular time slot in lieu of a cancellation.â
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Students are expected to follow a weekly home practice schedule.
Sequoia Strings follows the Boise Public Schools vacation and holiday schedule during the school year.âââââ
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