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About
Hello there! As an NYC-based musician trained by top artists at Juilliard and holding a Doctor of Musical Arts that instilled deep pedagogical and artistic knowledge in me, I have built a rewarding career as both a performer and an instructor. I know firsthand how vital it is to establish a solid technical foundation right from the start when learning an instrument, and I love helping students achieve their goals faster. I feel a strong calling to pass my knowledge on to those who want to excel in the art of music. It is my absolute pleasure to share my experience with students of all ages who want to enjoy music and learn to play the violin—whether it is for you or your loved ones.
Overview
Hired 3 times
Serves Brooklyn, NY
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1 employee
11 years in business
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Services offered
Interested musical styles
Playing style
Classical
Fiddle
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My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
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Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Frances L.
Sep 26, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
It is our privilege to have Yigit as my kid’s violin teacher and he has our strongest recommendation. The moment you hear Yigit plays the violin, you will know instantly that he’s a talented violinist with great virtuosity. At the same time, Yigit is a great teacher. He strikes the balance of being encouraging and setting the right expectation for his student. He strives to build a strong foundation for my kid and instills in him the right attitude from the very beginning. Patient and friendly, Yigit manages to keep the class engaging and he explains in ways that are understandable for a young kid with metaphors. We can not recommend Yigit more and we cherish the opportunity to have classes with such a great violinist and teacher!
Details: Younger than 6 years old • No formal training • Yes, the student can read music • Classical violin • Classical • No, but the student is planning to purchase a violin and would like the teacher's advice on it • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.
Violin Lessons
Eva F.
Jan 24, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Not to mention the teacher himself has strong music background , excellent qualifications and performance experiences, Yigit knows well about what the child and the parents look for. He is always punctuate in class and super patient to our child. We would highly recommend him to anyone who's looking for a great violin teacher.
Details: 6 - 9 years old • 0 - 2 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 • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Violin Lessons
Emma W.
Oct 19, 2021
Yigit is the best teacher I’ve ever met for my daughter’s violinlesson. He is Patient, Professional, Fun, and Motivated. Very easy to communicate with. She has done a wonderful job with clear instructions, focused, and fun is the best description of his lessons. I sincerely appreciate for him 💕
Kate N.
Sep 22, 2022
Yigrit is my second violin teacher. The last one was a complete disappointment to me. I almost lost hope in learning my dream instrument. When I reached out to Yigrit, he promptly responded and set a schedule for me for a free trial which I appreciated. We exchanged each other’s goals and expectations. He’s very competent, meticulous, and professional. He’s a master soloist and can play anything I request from him. Learning with him rekindled my passion for learning violin again. So if you’re an adult beginner like me, look no further—Yig is the best of the best! Plus, my cats love him!
J.J. T.
Mar 7, 2022
I had taken Master Violinlessons from many violinists in the past! Mr Karatas stands out among them as a virtuosic, and talented young violin teacher who exudes educational insight and exceptional professionalism. His educational techniques in teaching violin surpasses many seasoned violin teachers decades older than him. Highly recommended!
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Yigit Karatas
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My goal is to keep my hourly rate as affordable as possible for everyone. I believe that i provide a great deal for the amount of value one can get from the lesson.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First of all, it is very important to understand each persons specific needs and goals. Everyone requires different approach and this is where I try to help my students differently (with variable structural teaching method) to get the best result for them. Some are slow learners, some are fast, others need different ways to learn the subject. I calculate all these to give them the best tools they can work with for their musical development.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Short answer is every kind. Kids, elderly people, professional musicians, amateur music enthusiasts and etc.
