June 27, 2024
June Violin Student of the Month – Julia Zhu
This June, we’re happy to spotlight CCM violin student, Julia Zhu, as our Student of the Month! Julia has been taking violin lessons with teacher Junhong at our Sunnyvale location for around 5 months now! Teacher Junhong says that Julia makes significant progress in her technique and musical expression during each of her violin lessons. She is always enthusiastic and engaged in the lessons as well. Recently, Julia overcame her fears and performed for the first time at the CCM Spring Recitals – awesome job, Julia!
Student of the Month Questionnaire – Julia Zhu
What is your name?
My name is Julia.
How old are you?
7 years old.
Who is your teacher?
Teacher Junhong
How long have you been taking violin lessons?
6 months.
What advice would you give to a violin student just starting out at CCM?
Practice everyday.
What piece are you looking forward to learning someday?
I don’t know right now.
What is your favorite thing about playing violin?
It’s a beautiful instrument and it is so fun.
What is your favorite food?
Pasta
Do you have a pet?
No, but I wish I would have a cat.
Do you play any sports or do any other activities outside of music lessons?
I have dance class.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I have no idea right now.
What is your most memorable experience at CCM?
The first I met my violin teacher I felt shy.
Parent Spotlight – Fei Chen
Regarding violin instruction, what are you most proud of your child accomplishing?
Julia shows her genuine love for Violin. She diligently practices the violin almost every day, although it requires some discipline and ice cream sometimes.
I am still new to this journey with Julia, so I don’t have much advice to offer yet, but I am so glad that we have started this journey. Watching her progress from having no foundation to her first recital has been truly amazing.
Why did you decide to give your child a musical upbringing?
Julia expressed her desire to learn violin after watching other kids’ performances.
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