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Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ariana
Earning her General Music PreK–12 certification required Ariana to pass the PRAXIS Music content exam, so she knows exactly what the test emphasizes — from music theory and aural skills to questions on pedagogy and music history across Western and world traditions. She unpacks the areas candidates t...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
Matthew
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer i...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Human Biology (concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Tiffany
I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
University of Chicago
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
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Frequently Asked Questions
PRAXIS Music is a comprehensive music education framework that emphasizes practical musicianship, music theory, ear training, and performance skills. Many Buffalo students pursue PRAXIS Music certification to demonstrate proficiency in music for college applications, music school entrance exams, or professional development in performance and teaching.
Students often struggle with music theory fundamentals, sight-reading fluency, ear training accuracy, and integrating multiple skills under performance pressure. The PRAXIS Music curriculum requires balancing technical knowledge with practical application—something that's difficult to develop in a traditional classroom setting where instruction must accommodate 20+ students at varying levels.
Personalized tutoring allows tutors to target your specific weak areas—whether that's interval recognition, harmonic analysis, or performance technique—rather than moving at a fixed classroom pace. A tutor can adjust explanations to match your learning style, provide immediate feedback on your playing or written work, and create a customized practice schedule that builds skills progressively.
During your first session, a tutor will assess your current music reading level, ear training ability, theory knowledge, and performance goals. This diagnostic helps the tutor understand your strengths and identify priority areas to focus on, so your personalized plan is built around your specific needs from day one.
Many students notice measurable progress in specific skills—like sight-reading speed or interval recognition—within 3-4 weeks of consistent tutoring. However, building comprehensive proficiency in theory, ear training, and performance typically requires 2-3 months of regular sessions, depending on your starting level and practice frequency between lessons.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have strong backgrounds in music theory, performance, and music education. Many have formal training in music, performance experience, and experience helping students prepare for music proficiency exams and assessments.
Your tutor will assign targeted practice—which might include music theory worksheets, ear training exercises, sight-reading drills, or performance etudes. Consistent practice between sessions is essential; even 20-30 minutes daily of focused work on your tutor's assignments will accelerate your progress significantly.
Simply tell us about your music background, current goals, and availability, and we'll match you with a tutor who specializes in PRAXIS Music instruction. You can start with a single session to see if the fit works, and then build a personalized tutoring plan from there.
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