Fedor Ouspensky
Fedor Ouspensky

Fedor Ouspensky

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Introduction
I have over 20-years of experience playing the violins and over 10-years teaching music. I've experienced every type of performance environment and performed all over the world. Additionally, I've attended every type of music festival and learned from world-class musicians. My expertise expands beyond just the violin and includes piano, clarinet, conducting, and composition. Music and playing is very personal so I believe 1 on 1 lessons to be extremely effective and I make it so. I make sure each lesson the students hear improvements and see progress and achieve their own goals the best way possible.
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Hired 37 times

Serves Tacoma, WA

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9 years in business

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2017

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.

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Ayanna K.
Mar 8, 2023
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I was very thrilled to have worked with Fedor for a short period of 2 months- had to cut it short because of my job. I do have prior violin experience at an intermediate level at most and can already read sheet music, but decided to pick up my instrument after 3 years of not playing. Our lessons were virtual and I was a tad bit nervous because it was my first time doing lessons online, but Fedor has a great set up and really knows his technology to screen share sheet music as well as instruct you to position yourself to the camera so he can correct your posture. I was surprised and thrilled at how he has such a good eye to correct even the littlest things about my posture and playing. I felt like I definitely improved after one lesson. Pricing can be a tad bit expensive for those, but playing an instrument is not a cheap hobby to begin with. For example, I already had my own instrument and old books that we used in the lessons. I’d say prepare to spend a lot more $$ if you’re a brand new student. With Fedor’s expertise and experience in the field, I’d say his prices are very fair- you get what you pay for. Due to my work I am sad that I am unable to have anymore lessons with him, but I would 100% recommend Fedor to anyone wanting to learn or touch up their violin skills.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • 2 - 4 yrs of formal training • Yes, the student can read music • Classical violin • Classical • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a violin • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Violin Lessons
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Julian t.
Mar 25, 2020
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I really enjoyed my first initial lesson with Fedor, and look forward to becoming a regular student learning violin and how to master it with him. Even with current conditions which affect going out in public, we had a Skype call and I received immense value from it.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • Classical violin • Classical • Yes, the student has a violin • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Violin Lessons
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Catherine L.
Jun 4, 2017
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Fedor did a fantastic job with my teenage son in just a few weeks of lessons. He is technically very strong and gives good advice to students, he has a clear understanding of each individual's strengths and areas of improvement. He is flexible and very supportive. My son who has had a few teachers before, loves working with Fedor.
Violin Lessons (for adults)
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Cherie h.
Nov 18, 2023
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He works well to meet student’s learning goals. He is an effective communicator.

Details: 10 - 13 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • What the teacher recommends • Classical • Jazz • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Yes, the student has a violin • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Violin Lessons
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K. L.
Feb 1, 2022
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Fedor is an excellent diagnostician when it comes to the student's needs in terms of improving their technique, both bow and left hand. He is a well-rounded musician who can not only play very well, he can clearly explain and effectively demonstrate correct technique, teach music theory, and is genuinely devoted to helping the student improve.

Details: 65 years or older • 4+ yrs of formal training • Yes, the student can read music • Classical violin • Classical • Jazz • Yes, the student has a violin • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Violin Lessons
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