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online or in-person ~ all ages ~ beginners welcome! ~ learn the music YOU love!

Classical Violin and Viola

Old-Time Appalachian and Celtic Fiddle

Clawhammer Banjo

Folk and Harmony Singing

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Rachael has over 7 years’ experience teaching violin in Taos County schools as well as teaching private lessons.  She has been playing professionally for over a decade and has studied with master musicians in multiple genres and instruments.  She loves to work with each individual student to develop a learning process that best fits that student’s learning style, needs, and goals.

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GETTING STARTED



~Need help finding a quality instrument?

~Would on-line or in-person lessons be best for you?

~What books and accessories do you need to get started?


 


Let's chat about what you need!

 

VIOLIN, FIDDLE & BANJO

Classical Violin, Old-Time Appalachian, Irish and Fiddle Styles, Clawhammer Banjo



~Learn how to read music and develop beautiful tone

~Learn fiddle music by ear or start learning by ear with my hybrid 'cheat sheet' method

~Start getting into fiddle styles so you can play at YOUR local jam

~Learn how to improvise

~Learn about traditional bowing and ornamentation so YOU can play like the masters


~Dive into Appalachian Clawhammer Banjo repertoire and technique, learn by ear or from custom tablature






What kind of music would you like to play?

VOICE

Folk Singing, Harmony and back-up singing


~Expand your vocal range

~Experiment with vocal improvisation

~Learn how to harmonize and create vocal backups for your favorite songs

~Improve your relationship with your singing voice and vocal confidence







Build confidence to sing with others!

 

STUDENT TESTIMONIAL

"For years I've wanted to play the traditional Irish fiddle songs that I love so much, but I thought I might be starting too late in life.  Under Rachael's direction, not only have I learned how to play my favorite songs, I have had so much fun. Rachael is a wonderful teacher who fosters the connection between her student, their instrument and the joy of making music. I give her the highest possible recommendation."

Tristan K.

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I'd love to connect with you! 

Please email me at rachaelp7777@gmail.com to inquire about lessons, performances, booking, or session recording.

~Rachael Penn

Taos, New Mexico

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