Since 1985 I have performed in vocal, solo, and chamber music recitals throughout the Bay Area with ensembles: Trio Della Rosa Montage, with members of the Kronos Quartet, SF Symphony, SF Ballet and SF Opera Orchestras. Worked as staff accompanist and vocal coach at Notre Dame (Belmont), as accompanist for the SF Lyric Choir. Currently Artistic Director of “Music On the Hill” a chamber music series and artist-in residence and former Piano department head at Ruth Asawa SF school of the Arts.
i teach privately in my home in the Bernal Hts neighborhood of San Francisco. My teaching style for young students and teenagers is rigorous with emphasis on technique, understanding of period styles and expressive aspects of performance. With adults I am flexible with goals.
i offer a free interview evaluation.
37.7485824, -122.4184108
San francisco, CA (94110)
Full Name:
Ava Soifer
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Institutional Affiliation:
Ruth Asawa SF School of the Arts.
Music Styles:
Classical
Teacher's Instrument/Voice:
Piano
Instrument/Voice Types Taught:
Solo Piano, Chamber Music. Accompanist for vocal and instrumentalists.
Education:
Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music: Bachelor’s in Music-Piano Performance.
San Francisco Conservatory of Music; Master’s in Music-Performance
Years Teaching:
35
Lesson Rate:
Ages10-18: $75 per hour. Adults $85
Offers Private Lessons:
Yes
Teaching Method:
I strive to imbue students with insight and a passion for music encouraging the discipline of daily practice and guided practice techniques. This through varied selections of solo repertoire, scales, sight reading, and ensemble playing. My style of teaching includes a supportive, thoughtful approach to each student’s needs with an occasional dash of humor.
Makes House Calls:
No