I'm Kurt Larson, I'm a freelance writer and musician hailing from rainy Portland, Oregon. I've been freelance writing for nearly 3 years now and have had a passion for the subject long before then. Lets learn and improve our skills together!
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...am a graduate of Oberlin College and Conservatory, having majored in Biology and Music Composition. I have experience tutoring students in Math (Algebra 1-Precalculus), English, Biology/Neuroscience, Music Theory, and violin. I have had the opportunity to work with 1st grade to college age students, and adjusts accordingly to my students' needs. I consider it my responsibility to learn as much as I can about my students, and provide personalized instruction that is tailored to their...
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...Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. For as long as I can remember, I have cared deeply about academic excellence. Now, as a lifelong student with over a decade of liberal arts education, I am excited to share what I have learned with those who want to learn the same. I graduated high school with a 4.8 weighted GPA, maintained two merit-based scholarships through four years of college, and finished my final, most difficult semester...
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After having previous extensive opportunities to teach and tutor a variety of subjects, I believe it is extremely important to ensure the success of the learner. I know that everyone learns differently, and that the most important part of teaching is the one on one time offered through tutoring to individualize the teaching of any subject.
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...power of sound and music. With over four years of experience in music recording, mixing, and multimedia engineering, I have developed a deep understanding of audio production and sound design. My educational journey includes an MA in Recording Arts and Sciences from Johns Hopkins University and a BA in Recording Arts and Psychology from Northern Illinois University. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with students in various capacities, from assisting in...
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...developed my own in depth and compressive curriculum to teach with. Some of these curriculums have been turned into method books for a number of instruments and for specific playing styles. I am prepared for years and years to work through a proven system with each student. All this original material suits the needs of several different types of learners, players and people. These experiences and resources have helped me bring out the best in...
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...like famous jazz piano guru Mike Longo's "The Improvised Line", "Jazz Guitar Voicings" by Randy Vincent, "The Serious Jazz Book II" by Barry Finnerty, "Chords, Scales and Arpeggios" by Al Dimeola, Charlie Banacos chord tone approach method for improvisation as well as other notable music theory studies from famous Jazz musicians. I've used music theory as both a performing guitarist in pop, rock, blues, funk, and Latin styles, as a composer and an improviser, particularly...
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...BA in Musical Theatre. My interests vary from the arts and language to science and math. I discovered my love of teaching while working at a family science center as an Experience Programs Teacher. I have taught all ages from kindergarteners to adults in various subjects including theatre, music, art, science, math, team building, and public speaking. I am an energetic person who loves to use engaging methods to break down difficult subjects and make...
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...Morgan Wealth Management, I bring a diverse background that includes experience as a college professor and a music educator in public schools. With a Doctorate in Music from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and various teaching certifications across multiple states, I have over 20 years of teaching experience. My passion lies in fostering a supportive learning environment where I can help students achieve their academic and personal goals. I utilize a student-centered approach that emphasizes understanding...
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...healthy for us emotionally, physically, and spiritually! I have a PhD in Music Education/Therapy, an MA in Vocal Performance, and have taught students at all levels, from beginners to graduate university vocal majors. My teaching credo is that anyone can benefit from singing. People may think they cannot sing because others have told them that. In most cases, by working on students' listening, musical, or motor skills, they can find their natural voice! I can...
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...Poughkeepsie, New York. I am currently working towards my Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, with minors in French and Francophone Studies and Violin Performance. I am a tutor for several levels of French and Chemistry. I love tutoring students because I find these subjects incredibly fulfilling and enriching to learn and I really enjoy helping others understand them on a deeper level. Outside of academics, I love playing the violin, singing with my a cappella...
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I have tutored both students and peers in many subjects in high school and college. I am hungry to learn and grow and I am eager to share my knowledge with others. I am very good with children. My best subject is math, ranging from Elementary school math to College-level Calculus. I am also can help in any other subject. I love all of the arts including art, music and dancing (partner dancing).
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I hope to create an engaging and safe learning environment for all students under my care helping them to improve their academic achievement as well as their character.
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...and continued as a singer, actor, and rugby player in college. I thrive on learning new things and love to share that passion with students and colleagues. My first language is English, but speak primarily Spanish in my household. I am working on my Italian mastery and hope to learn German next. My long term goal is to teach at a university level and eventually work towards a doctoral degree. I look forward to seeing...
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...and guitar performance, my journey has been profoundly shaped by my dual love for music and teaching. From an early age, I discovered the intricate world of music theory, fascinated by its ability to unravel the complexities behind every melody and chord progression. This fascination soon intertwined with my budding interest in playing the guitar, as I found myself captivated not only by the instrument's versatility but also by its capacity to evoke emotions and...
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My name is Vivian and I am going into my sophomore year at Penn State. I have been tutoring students and teaching music for over 4 years. I have developed a strong passion for helping students find success through hard work and look forward to helping more students through Varsity Tutors.
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...Masters of Science in Mathematics at Youngstown State University. Gauss described mathematics as the "queen of the sciences" because of its impact on so many fields of study. Mathematics has helped me to develop the ability to reason through complex problems and to analyze and model quantitatively. In 1998, I also completed a Masters degree in Byzantine Music Theory and Vocal Performance at the Conservatory of Music in Athens, Greece. My focus was on the...
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I am a recent University of Oregon Graduate with a degree in Political Science and a minor degree in Business Administration. I am excited to help tutor others and love to help others learn the material in order to do better and truly understand the subject.
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...grew up as a trumpet player and switched to tuba in the 7th grade. Ever since I have excelled at all brass instruments and have found a passion for teaching them. I decided to become a music educator after being exposed to several fantastic educators. I aspire to be as great as they were and to have a significant impact on any person I teach. I have experience tutoring college music classes and have been...
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Music is all around us. We can relax to it by curling up with a pair of headphones, dance with thousands of people at a rock concert, or even catch faint riffs as we walk up and down the aisle of the grocery store. Music theory puts tones together, creating organized sounds. Humans have been making music for thousands of years, first vocally, and then with instruments of their own making.
Music theory generally explains the ideas behind music and helps us to understand it as a process. It gives words and explanations to the mechanics behind the notes that make us feel and experience the sounds. Music theory is especially helpful to learn if you have an interest in composing or arranging music.
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Here are some of the subjects covered while studying music theory with your tutor:
The development of a strong sense of melody, rhythm and harmony - the three major elements of music
They history of music theory, starting in 600 B.C. with the mathematician Pythagoras developing the system of the octave scale
Music through the ages, covering the Medieval era, when music became prominent in the church, all the way through to the modern age
Other important musical terms, including pitch, consonance, dissonance, chord, timbre, scales, form, expression, notation, and modes
Music analysis, perception, cognition, genre and technique
Staffs, clefs and time signatures
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