Courtenay - Violin Lessons

Amanda Neufeld

LESSONS COORDINATOR
Phone: 250-338-3899
Email: [email protected]

filipe andrade (Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Violin)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Friday, Saturday

Filipe has lived in the Valley for over twenty-five years. He studies classical guitar which remains his first instrument. He has played bass, guitar, banjo, and ukulele in many local musical productions. He has sung in many choirs and has played percussion in worship music settings. He has been a part of many music ensembles, most recently playing with Chouette, a local French Canadian music cover trio: and has returned to playing bass with Raising Hale, with whom he has performed with at Comox Valley Music Fest. Filipe also has a diploma in Social Services and is currently working at Mark R Isfeld as an Indigenous Support Worker. He believes in connecting students following a strength base model. He has mentored and taught many students and is forever learning and growing within his craft. Filipe's rate is $29 per half hour.

valerie willey (Violin, Viola, Cello)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Valerie began playing the violin shortly after moving to the Comox Valley in 2004. She has been passionate about playing, teaching and performing ever since. After 1 1/2 years with the instrument, Valerie was appointed Concert Master of the Strathcona Symphony Orchestra for the 2007-2008 season. She has played in multiple Orchestral settings, and has passion for small ensembles. With 16+ years of teaching experience, beginner to intermediate students will find a fun, inspiring and comfortable learning experience. She has played through the Suzuki Violin series and continues working towards the RCM ARCT. Valerie also offers beginner Viola and Cello lessons. Her rate is $32 per half hour.