I am passionate about equipping students with the tools in order to develop and maintain a solid technical foundation as well as discovering the joys of musical expression. In my own training, I was taught to be curious and have a dialogue with my teachers, which helped me understand my own playing and potential. I am demanding in my approach and hope to instill my own passion for music to my students.
Masterclass, Technique class, Repertoire class, Orchestra class, Chamber music class, Liberated Performer coaching, Suzuki Teacher-training classes, Parent talks, Elective classes: Dalcroze, Jazz, Rock, Improv, History/Aural skills, Viola for violinists.
The Alameda String Academy is a music school conveniently located in the heart of Alameda offering high quality instruction in violin, viola, cello and guitar, with a particular emphasis on chamber music.
Our goal is to provide more than “just lessons.” Our talented faculty work hard to create a real community of musicians where students enjoy their music, play together in groups, and perform for each other in a kind, supportive and challenging environment.
San Francisco based cellist Matthew Linaman has performed and taught in over 15 countries across Europe and Asia. He has been recently engaged in recordings at Skywalker Ranch, performances with the San Francisco Symphony, the SF Ballet and has given a solo recital at Herbst Theater as part of SF Music Day. Concerto appearances include the premier of Richard Marriott's Ghostship Requiem Concerto with the Oakland Symphony under the baton of the late Maestro Michael Morgan. Matthew has spoken on the TEDx stage and served as a Music Ambassador for the U.S.
Agnieszka has been teaching violin students of all ages and levels for over 10 years now. In addition to her private studio, she is on the violin faculty at Inspire Music and Amabile School of Music where she has been preparing students for seasonal recitals, auditions and exams. She has served as a violin coach at the Presidio Middle School and as a music assistant coach at Lafayette Elementary School in San Francisco. Agnieszka is also the founding violinist of the San Francisco – based piano trio Curium, dedicated to performing works of women composers.
Free Lance Violinist and teacher in SF Bay Area since 1977. Work with all major organizations, SFS, SFO, SFB, Philharmonia Baroque etc. General Director RTSO, HOUSE and Glenview Strings. Concert Master - Diablo Symphony Orchestra.
Cynthia K. Black leads a diverse career performing as a baroque violinist and violist across the country with ensembles like the American Bach Soloists, Apollo’s Fire, Les Délices, and the Washington Bach Consort. She loves playing music from all time periods from Medieval through the Romantic era and especially enjoys the intimacy of chamber music. She recently completed a D.M.A.
Laura Manko Sahin has performed as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral player throughout the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. She was formerly the Principal violist of the Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, violist of the Boston Harp Trio, and a member of the Bilkent (Ankara, Turkey), Knoxville, Winston-Salem Symphony Orchestras.
Laura Manko Sahin has performed as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral player throughout the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. She was formerly the Principal violist of the Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, violist of the Boston Harp Trio, and a member of the Bilkent (Ankara, Turkey), Knoxville, Winston-Salem Symphony Orchestras.
SRSLY. CHAMBER MUSIC Camp ... Where music and summer fun are serious stuff.
July 16-20, 2018 Strings & Chamber Music Camp
Trinity Lutheran Church, 1323 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA