About Parris Dineen
Parris Dineen
Music Teacher, Expert
Location:
Fredericksburg ,
VA
Speaks:
English
Instructs:
Cello, Music Theory, Viola, Violin
Education:
Bachelors of Music (University of Mary Washington) 2025.
Masters in Music Education (University of Mary Washington) 2027 (expected).
Performance Experience:
Piedmont Symphony Orchestra
Winchester Arts Chorale
UMW Philharmonic Orchestra
Teaching Experience:
4 years of experience instruction on violin and viola performance.
Teaching Philosophy:
Intrinsic motivation is the backbone of success in music performance. When daily practice is viewed as a chore, it will severely limit the potential of any musician. It is my mission to teach practicing as something to look forward to rather than a necessity.
Ages Taught:
Ages 8 and up
Get to know Parris Dineen
Parris is a Virginia native who majored in music at the University of Mary Washington focusing primarily on viola performance and adding violin and cello along the way. He received departmental honors for spearheading the UMW chamber music program responding to a need for smaller scale ensembles. He enjoys arranging pop music for string quartet and tending to his many animals in his free time. Parris is an active member of the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra in the viola section, and was section leader for the UMW Philharmonic Orchestra during his time as a student.
Parris Dineen teaches at:
6418 Springfield Plz
Springfield, VA 22150
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1885 Carl D. Silver Parkway
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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