Kids and Adults!
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
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.
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