Video Advice is a unique service I offer to help not only my own students but students that I don’t know, to improve their technique, interpretation and confidence in playing the violin. Children, youngsters, and adults of all levels (beginner, intermediate and advanced) can benefit from this service. Follow these simple steps to receive personalized feedback on your performances.
at home | at your own pace
Record your playing┃
✦ Choose a piece you are practicing and record a video of yourself playing it.
✦ It’s fine if you record in horizontal or vertical format.
✦ Don’t worry, you can use any device, even your own mobile phone.
Christine is here preparing to record herself. She wants me to advise her on her sound.
anytime | easy
Send your video┃
✦ Email or WhatsApp your video to me.
✦ At the end of this page, you will find two buttons to send your video, via WhatsApp or email.
In the end, Harald decided to send me his video via WhatsApp. He recorded it from his own mobile phone.
quick | professional
Receive feedback┃
✦ I will record myself providing specific guidance and tips on your sound, technique and interpretation.
✦ I will insert this video of myself into your video, so you can see my face and hear my comments in real-time as you play.
✦ Play the video on the right to see an example of what it should look like.
Here you can see how I teach Colette (Chicago) through my Video Advice service.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS┃
Explore our FAQ section to find answers to common questions about my Video Advice service. Whether you're curious about the process, costs, or additional learning materials, I’m here to support. If you have further questions, feel free to contact me.
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I welcome videos of well-prepared pieces, but you can also send me a video for feedback on your sound quality or specific techniques such as scales, bowing techniques, fingerings, etc. I'm here to help you improve all aspects of your violin playing, not just polished performances.
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This is a completely free service. There is no cost associated with sending your videos and receiving feedback.
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If you have any trouble sending your video, please contact me directly and I will help you resolve the issue as soon as possible. Email me at lessons@maiteiglesias.com.
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Yes, you can submit as many videos as you like. Each video will receive individual feedback.
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My Video Advice service is intended for violinists of all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
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I will record myself providing specific guidance and tips on your performance. Additionally, the service can include the sending of materials to help you improve, such as melodies, scales, technical exercises, etc. I will insert this video of me into your video so that you can see my face and hear my comments in real-time as you play.
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You will generally receive your personalized feedback video within 5 to 7 days after sending your video.
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I recommend your video to be between 3 to 10 minutes long so I can provide detailed and useful feedback.
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At the end of this page, you will find two buttons: one to send your video via WhatsApp and the other via email. Choose the option you prefer.
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No, this service is completely free of charge. You don’t have to worry about any additional fees when sending your videos and receiving feedback.
