...at Los Alamos National Laboratory, and did two years of work on a masters at University of New Mexico. I have taught lab courses in introductory physics and tutored college and high school students in physics and math. I am interested in making physics and math relatable to people who are not naturally adept at it. I have taken the SAT, the general GRE and the physics GRE subject tests. I also play trumpet and...
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I am a recent graduate from the University of Georgia, with a bachelors in Biology. Currently, I am working for a stem cell research lab at the university. I am super passionate about helping students of all levels grow into the smart young learners that I know they are. My teaching style is very nurturing. I am patient and understanding of their needs and will do whatever it takes to achieve their personal goals.
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...many years. I received two bachelor's degrees in Mathematics and Music from Indiana University, graduating with high distinction, before going on to complete a Masters degree in music at Yale. Through many years of combined tutoring and teaching music lessons, I have come to embrace the philosophy of finding the best way for every unique student to learn. I love the subjects I teach and it is my goal to help others love and understand...
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...Music, where I received my Bachelor of Music in 2022. Since graduation, I have taught guitar, ukulele and piano lessons to students of all ages and ability levels, but I'm especially excited to finally teach Music Theory! Although the effect music has on us is indescribable at times, understanding its inner workings allows us to connect with it on an even deeper level. I like to get students as excited about the subject as I...
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...to affordable medicine, ensuring the delivery of high-quality education and continuous improvement of educational offerings. Additionally, my involvement in Emory Graduation Generation and the Avid Mentoring and Tutoring Program reflects my dedication to providing academic support and mentorship to students ranging from elementary to high school levels. Moreover, my current role as a research assistant at the prestigious Emory National Primate Center has provided me with a profound sense of purpose and invaluable lessons in...
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...undergraduate study. I am especially passionate about music and have tutored Music Theory I to first-year music students at the University of Notre Dame. Although Italian wasn't one of my majors, I have taken 5 semesters of Italian at Notre Dame, in addition to coursework on Italian culture taught fully in Italian and two months of study abroad in Italy. My approach to tutoring is very individualistic; every student has a specific set of learning...
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...course I play the role of "guide" through this journey. You could say, I have the map, but together we decide which might be the best route to take. This reminds me of times when I literally have taught students how to use a map. There are always many choices of how to get from point A to point B. The question is simply, which is the most effective and efficient way? Of course, if...
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...am a current student at Oberlin College potentially double-majoring in Classics and Neuroscience on a pre-med track with a music minor. I have had private clients and tutored through school honor societies in a variety of subjects including standardized tests and courses through the AP and IB programs. I have many interests and am always seeking interdisciplinary connections between subjects that provide innovative methods of problem-solving. For fun, I enjoy reading, practicing flute, learning languages,...
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...with native, ESL and Special Needs speakers. I am very flexible with the needs of my students and aim to educate rather than just lecture. My approach is interactive to thoroughly test whether the information is being processed or not. I have over 17 years of teaching experience of both group and one-on-one settings. As a doctoral candidate and published author, I am very interested in finding solutions to how people learn, motivation and outcomes....
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...importance in future academic and career pursuits. Having benefited from tutoring myself during high school and college, I appreciate its ability to allow students to learn at their own pace and achieve personal goals effectively. Throughout my academic journey, I've collaborated extensively with peers, particularly in music, and I enjoy fostering positive learning experiences with students of all backgrounds. As I prepare to pursue a law degree next fall, I can empathize with the challenges...
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...Mathematical Sciences and Music Technology. I enjoy working with students on math and music-related subjects. For math, I have a 5 for AB Calc, BC Calc and Statistics. 790 for SAT math subject test, and 800 on the SAT math portion. I was also classically trained as a pianist and have won third prize at the International Steinway Piano Competition (south China region) in 2015 and special nomination for International Chopin Competition (Connecticut) in 2019.
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I am a Junior studying mechanical engineering with high honors at Utah State University. I have several years of math teaching under my belt, and I love it! I love my wife, playing volleyball, singing, playing the piano, and teaching!
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...I also have extensive performance experience in rock bands, as a solo artist, and as a pit musician for a number of theatre performances and musicals. I have a strong dedication to the creation and live performance of original music in all genres. He also believes in continued practice and learning, as well as experimenting with the blending of styles and working in unique musical collaborations. I am an active member of the American Federation...
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...Seattle who is deeply passionate about the arts. I am constantly inspired to create and organize with sound and language in new ways; in an attempt to explore and express the limitless spectrum of the human experience. There are few things on earth more foundational than the arts, and as an educator I feel privileged to share my deep interest and appreciation with my students on a daily basis. There is nothing that brings me...
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...New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in...
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...advanced clarinet lessons, as well as beginner piano. My personal belief is that learning and education helps individuals grow to achieve their highest potential. This mindset is what makes me a passionate teacher who is eager to help students along their path. Through providing strong fundamentals driven by creativity, exploration, and individual interest, I provide students with the tools to learn effectively. I can tutor a wide range of musical subjects from aural skills to...
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...Smith former principal trombonist from the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Co-conductor/Solo Euphonium: The Goldman Band; Ralph Liese and Dr. Albert Lube formerly with The Houston Symphony Orchestra; Frank Crisafuli and Edward Kleinhammer formerly with The Chicago Symphony Orchestra; and jazz musicians such as Phil Woods, and his colleagues from the New York recording studios. I am passionate about educating young and old and in-between in the Art of Music and its invaluable role in the...
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...college. I am currently in my ninth year of being a classroom teacher, and have over 10 years of teaching students in a one on one and small group capacity. I have both a PA Music K-12 and. PA Math 7-12 teaching certification. My teaching philosophy is take make whatever topic I am teaching as interesting and accessible to students. I believe that if I can make the material interesting, it will making the students...
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...and feel very comfortable revising essays and writing research papers. I also have experience teaching musical instruments, so I think this carries nicely into tutoring. I am currently a graduate student at the Juilliard School in New York where I am pursuing a Masters in orchestral conducting. This degree program has provided me with people skills, working in teams, teaching experience, and great study habits for intense environments. I think this experience, although not related...
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...started playing piano at age 5 and composing at 13. Math was always been my favorite academic subject in school as I loved solving problems or mathematical puzzles and it came very easily to me. I received a Bachelor's Degree in Music Theory & Composition and Mathematics from New York University. I hope to imbue my passion for the arts and sciences in you during our lesson with whatever subject you need help with! :)
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Belfast AP Music Theory Tutoring FAQ
Are you a music lover? If you are someone who loves to analyze, write, or perform music, then you might want to consider taking AP Music Theory. If you enter college and plan to pursue a degree in music, you will be required to have a solid understanding of the foundational concepts in this field. AP Music Theory enables you to learn these concepts in a classroom setting, through engaging, rigorous, and challenging assignments that are on the same level as an introductory music theory course in college. Whether your interest in music is aimed at academic research, vocal performance, or instrumental performance, scoring highly on your AP Music Theory exam can allow you to get a head start on your goals by earning potential college credit and bypassing introductory music theory courses.
The AP Music Theory exam is a cumulative evaluation of coursework. While it affords students unique opportunities, AP Music Theory also presents unique challenges. Students are expected to develop their understanding of music by engaging with it in a variety of different ways. When working with music, you will be required to read it, write it, sight-sing it, annotate it, and analyze various musical pieces that you listen to. Furthermore, you will be expected to master a great deal of technical jargon related to the various structural systems in which music is written.
When you study AP Music Theory, you will be learning a whirlwind pace, developing crucial skills and fundamental knowledge over the course of only a semester. If you find yourself struggling to keep up with the pace of the course, you might lose your interest in music and consider changing your career path. Before you do this, consider contacting Varsity Tutors and asking for help locating a private AP Music Theory tutor in your area.
Private tutoring might be just the resource to help you conquer this class and its exam, as well as to set yourself up for success in later courses. AP Music Theory is unlike many other AP courses because it is so difficult to study on your own. Practice books and internet resources can only be of so much help in a subject like music theory, especially when it comes to practicing your listening and sight-singing abilities. If you want to receive feedback on the development of your skills, work with a private tutor! Experienced tutors have stood in your shoes and excelled on their own AP Music Theory exams, so they know exactly the level of proficiency and expertise you will need to demonstrate on test day to earn a great score.
Working with a knowledgeable music theory tutor can give your studying the structure and feedback you need to succeed on the auditory aspects of the exam, as well as on the written portions. Moreover, it gives you a level of convenience that doesn't exist in the classroom setting. You are able to schedule private lessons at a time convenient to you, and you are also in control of where you would like to study. Also, if you can't meet in-person, you can schedule a face-to-face online session using our live learning platform.
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Recent Belfast AP Music Theory Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I reviewed and finished out her history notes for chapter 10, section 1. We completed and reviewed all of her Spanish chapter 4, section 2 worksheets. The majority of the session was spent on English. We set up a complete outline for her essay, based on the new information about the length. We chose the five major points she will discuss, and came up with three areas of discussion for each of these five points. She is to complete research, both written and online to flesh out these areas of discussion before our next meeting. She is also to review her chapter 4 Spanish text and worksheets for 15 minutes each day to study for her exam on Thursday.
I am very proud today as the student seemed to really commit to our goal for this week. The assignment I gave her in our last session was complete (to have a designated study time for a full hour each day) and she felt confident about her math test she took today. We spent our session preparing for her upcoming French test by reviewing the best ways to study for a foreign language exam. I think she was surprised by how challenging the material was once she actually quizzed herself instead of glancing it over. We discussed how she would study for her History test on Friday and I advised her to start looking ahead to a Science test coming up on Monday. She agreed to continue with her specific 1-hour study time per day and I hope this will help get her in the habit of getting homework done early instead of rushing to complete it late at night.
The student is a very eager study. He's mostly followed the suggestions requested and after reviewing all of his processes and study habits, I gave him a list of suggestions to follow for the following week. I then taught him a card sort as a concept in developing both papers and projects, so he can better organize his thoughts prior to developing an outline. Lastly, we reviewed his previous semester papers and determined what he did and didn't need to keep and organized the archived papers for this semester -- papers he keeps in a box.
I met the student at his house today. We worked on his study guide for algebra 2 since he has a test tomorrow. Then we talked about his study habits/organization habits and I showed him the organization app I use to keep track of things. He downloaded the app and we went through some of his folders to clear out old/unnecessary files. He also showed me the haiku system that his school uses to organize new files. Since it is the beginning of the semester, he does not have any late assignments at the moment. We made a plan to meet next week three times.
Today was just an introductory session. The student was very clear about what areas she needed help with (with specific mention to retaining information while studying), and we went through a few preliminary strategies for how she might better prepare for exams and quizzes. We also discussed more long-term goals, and briefly went over how we might tackle each one when the time comes. Since she has a test coming up on the 26th, I gave her an assignment to teach her study skills, due on the evening of the 17th. If this strategy doesn't help, we will re-calibrate and come up with an alternative.
Today we reviewed for her Geography quiz which is on Thursday. We discussed the various methods and resources that are available to assist her with her studies. We talked about the importance of breaking the material up into manageable pieces, so that she is not cramming at the last minute.
