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May
- Rate $125
- Response 1h
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Students19
Number of students May has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students May has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

$125/h
1st lesson free
- Violin
With 10+ years of teaching experience and a master's from the Manhattan School of Music, I offer engaging yet focused classical/jazz violin lessons tailored to your goals.
- Violin
Lesson location
Recommended
May is a respected tutor in our community. They are highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About May
Hello!! I'm May, a Chinese-Canadian violinist, emerging as both a classical and jazz musician, leaving my mark on the vibrant New York music scene. After graduating with honors in Violin Performance from the University of Toronto, I completed my graduate studies at the Manhattan School of Music, where I received the President's Award under the guidance of Lucy Robert. I'm also delving into the world of jazz violin under the mentorship of Regina Carter, by my enthusiasm for this vibrant genre. My musical journey began when I was four years old and I have been recognized in the First National Violin Competition of China (2007), the Bowdoin International Music Festival, the Orford Music Festival, the Domaine Forget International Music Festival and the Gingold Miami Chamber festival. As a dedicated orchestral violinist, I served as concertmaster for orchestras, including the University of Toronto Symphony Orchestra. My international performances range from Europe with the Calgary Youth Orchestra to collaborations with renowned ensembles. My impact extends beyond performance; I co-authored a journal article on "The Mental Health Benefits of Improvisational Music Therapy for Young Adults." with Dr. Amy Clements-Cortes in the Canadian Music Educators Journal. I offer a unique blend of artistry, leadership, and scholarly contributions to the world of music. Currently, I’m freelancing and teaching in NYC while pursuing further studies at NYU.
About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- +2
levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
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Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I love teaching! With 10+ years of teaching experience, I offer lessons tailored to your unique needs. On top of that, I incorporate music theory and history to help you become a well-rounded musician. Join me on a musical journey that not only enhances your playing but also encourages self-discovery, discipline, and critical and creative thinking. Let’s make learning a personalized and enriching experience!
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the tutor.
May Yu helped me start my violin journey. She truly built me from the ground up, not only did she help foster a beautiful learning environment but she also inspired me and cultivated my love for music. I’ve been taking lessons with May for about three years now and my lessons with her are still the highlight of my week, I can comfortably say that from the moment the lesson ends I’m thinking about our next session the following week. May always finds new and unique ways of explaining things and never gives up when you’re having trouble, she truly has the patience of a saint.
I've been learning violin with May for the last year and half. She makes me comfortable and supported during lessons. Playing violin is such a tough cookie to crack and May knows how to make things much more digestible step by step. One of my favorite things we do is some call and response improvising, it really helps me listen and have fun
I've been taking violin lessons from May for the past two years, and she has helped me develop a love for music! She's always patient and attentive in the lessons - if I don't understand a concept, she will find new ways to explain or demonstrate. She inspires me to practice so that I will be prepared for my lesson each week. I've also had the privilege of seeing her perform and can say that she is both an amazing performer and teacher!
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Rates
Rate
- $125
Pack rates
- 5 h: $625
- 10 h: $1250
online
- $111/h
travel fee
- + $8
free lessons
This first lesson offered with May will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30min
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