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Violin • Viola • Cello • Watsonville, CA

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String Instruments

Professional private lessons for all ages using the Suzuki Method, Wee Violin, and college-level curriculum — taught by a Cum Laude BM graduate.

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Suzuki Certified — Books 1–4
BM Music Education — SJSU, Cum Laude
20+ Years of Teaching Experience
All Ages Welcome — 4 & Up
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Violin

The most popular string instrument. Perfect for beginners and advanced players alike. Rosa uses proven methods to build technique from day one.

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Viola

Rosa's primary instrument. Rich, warm tones that sit beautifully in any ensemble. A wonderful choice for students ready for something unique.

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Cello

Deep, resonant, and expressive. Rosa brings her chamber performance experience to every cello student's journey.

Rosa Rezendes, string instrument instructor
10+ Years Teaching

About Rosa

Hi, I'm Rosa.

Passionate about building confident, lifelong musicians through patience, structure, and joy.

Rosa began her musical journey learning viola in fourth grade in Salina, KS and never looked back. She studied at Cabrillo College in Aptos — earning her AA in Music with Honors — before transferring to San Jose State University, where she graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education in 2021.

Along the way she served as a Teaching Assistant for Cabrillo's Suzuki Strings Program, taught at the El Sistema program at Gault Elementary, assisted with the SJSU String Project, and performed with chamber groups, symphonies, mariachi ensembles, and local theater productions — including appearances with Pasquale Esposito.

Today she is the Upper Strings Teaching Artist for YOSAL and the String Methods Instructor at Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School in Santa Cruz, CA — and she takes private students in Watsonville.

Suzuki Certified — Violin Books 1–4 (Suzuki Association)
Music Mind Games Certified Instructor
BM Music Education — SJSU, Cum Laude, 2021
AA Music — Cabrillo College, Honors
Teaching Artist, YOSAL
String Methods Instructor, Kirby Prep — Santa Cruz, CA
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Private Lessons

Find Your Lesson

Lessons are tailored to each student's age, level, and goals. Every session is focused on progress — not perfection.

30 min
Ages 7 & Under

Little Learners

  • Bow technique & posture
  • Sing, soap, and learn songs
  • Standing/sitting foundation
  • Right & left hand technique
  • Twinkle rhythms on instrument
  • Finger strengthening
45 min
Ages 8–11

Building Musicians

  • Posture & bow technique
  • Note reading introduction
  • Rhythm training
  • Scales — 1 to 2 octaves
  • Sing and soap songs
  • Finger strengthening
60 min
Ages 12 & Up

Advancing Players

  • Advanced bow & posture work
  • Scales — 1 to 3 octaves
  • Music theory
  • Sight reading
  • Etudes & repertoire
  • Rhythm & note reading

Sibling Rates Available

Have more than one student? Email Rosa directly to ask about sibling discounts for shared lesson times.

Group Lessons Coming Soon

Group sessions are in the works. Email Rosa to be notified when they become available.

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Rosa teaching a string lesson

How I Teach

A Method Built on
Small Wins

Every musician grows differently. Rosa meets students at their level and moves forward through achievable goals.

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The Suzuki Method

Learning music like a language — by listening, repeating, and internalizing before reading. Certified in Violin Books 1–4.

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Wee Violin

A gentle, structured approach designed specifically for young beginners, building tone and joy from the very first lesson.

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Cabrillo College Curriculum

College-level technique and theory integrated into private lessons for students who want depth alongside performance.

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Music Mind Games

Fun, game-based theory learning that makes reading music intuitive and enjoyable for students of every age.

FAQ

Common Questions

Rosa works with students as young as 4 years old using the Wee Violin method. Young beginners get 30-minute lessons focused on posture, technique fundamentals, and making it fun. There is no upper age limit — adult beginners are always welcome.
It helps to have an instrument before the first lesson, but reach out first and Rosa can help point you in the right direction for sizing and rentals. Getting the right size instrument is especially important for young students.
Rosa teaches in Watsonville, CA 95076. Contact her directly for exact location details and to discuss any travel or scheduling questions.
For young beginners, even 10–15 minutes of daily practice makes a huge difference. Consistency matters far more than long practice sessions. Rosa will give clear practice assignments at the end of every lesson so students (and parents) know exactly what to work on.
Absolutely. Adult learners are welcome at any level — complete beginners to returning players who want to pick things back up. The 60-minute lesson format works especially well for adults.
Yes — sibling rates are available for families with multiple students during the same lesson slot. Email Rosa at rosalindarezendes@gmail.com for details. Group lessons are also coming soon.

Get In Touch

Ready to Start?

Have questions before booking? Send Rosa a message — she responds to every inquiry personally.

rosalindarezendes@gmail.com
Watsonville, CA 95076

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