ANA'S MUSIC STUDIO
Violin, Viola, Cello & Beginner Piano
Are you looking for a qualified teacher who’s available to provide tailored lessons for your needs? Why take lessons from a Music Store where you become just a number to meet a monthly lesson quota and where quantity is preferred over quality?
I’m a qualified Music Teacher offering personalized lessons and instructive services to students in the Loudoun County area. I love what I do and have been teaching people of all ages and experience levels for over 10 years, always maintaining my commitment to help others discover and reach their full potential.
I work with local string music teachers in Loudoun County and with various other organizations.
ALL ABOUT ME
Ana took 10 years of piano and regularly accompanied string students for Fairfax County Public Schools Solo Ensembles and Festivals when she lived in Fairfax VA. She also studied music pedagogy, and Suzuki piano. Ana is Suzuki Trained and received her training from Ronda Cole, her former Suzuki violin teacher. Ana has also attended various music education conferences and lectures at Levine School of Music and Catholic University. Ana has remained active throughout the past 10 years, promoting music education in Loudoun County Public Schools and promoting the LCPS & FCPS strings programs and working with various teachers in both Loudoun County and Fairfax County Public Schools music programs. Ana ran several music studios in Fairfax Virginia through different music organizations such as Music and Arts. Ana has been teaching music, general classroom music, music theory and private violin/viola/cello/beginner piano music lessons for over 10 years. She has a thriving in-home music studio; “Ana’s Strings Studio” in Leesburg
My job is a passion for me, and it brings me joy to be able to share this passion with my students. From day one, they learn important foundational techniques to help them boost their skills and self-esteem. Each one has a unique learning style, and it’s my duty to find out what that is and adapt my lessons accordingly. Contact me today to learn how I can help you achieve your academic goals.
WHAT I OFFER
Results That Last
Success in learning frequently depends on finding the right Music Teacher.; someone who knows the subject well and understands how to inspire others. My teaching style focuses on skills training, but also emphasizes self-exploration and discovering a passion for something new. I believe that anyone can learn an instrument whether you are 4 years old or 60 years old. Take a look at the lessons I provide and choose the right one for you.
VIOLIN & VIOLA LESSONS
Personalized Attention
I specialize in Violin Lessons, and know how to reach my students with the right balance of personalized attention, patience, practical training, and positive encouragement. I have 4-5 recitals a year for my students to perform and show what they learned. Get in touch today to schedule a lesson at your convenience.
CELLO LESSONS
Customized Lessons to Fit Your Needs
I’ve provided the tools and guidance needed to help all of my students excel. Take advantage of the vast professional experience I bring, especially my cello Lessons. I have 4-5 recital a year for my students to perform and show what they learned. Get in touch today to find out more and to reserve your lesson today.
BEGINNER PIANO LESSONS
Guaranteed Success
I know how difficult it can be to find a reliable teacher that focuses on Piano Lessons. Teachers need to be able to motivate and guide students towards success. As an experienced and passionate Music Teacher, I believe in an approach that gives students positive, constructive ways to learn. I design my lessons according to my students’ needs, with an emphasis on confidence-boosting activities.
"I've been taking lessons with Ana for roughly 2 years. She is extremely nice and very helpful. My playing has improved allot since the beginning and continues to improve."
MY BACKGROUND
A Little Bit More About Me
Ana Rosario Quijano, graduated from George Mason University and was an active musician/contributor in the George Mason University Music Department, where she studied violin with Edwin Johannott, was a recipient of a school scholarship and achieved an Honor Recital. While at George Mason, she has held the position of Principle of the 2nd Violin Section of the George Mason University Symphony Orchestra and Concertmaster in the George Mason Chamber Orchestra. Ana is one of the founding sisters of the Mu Epsilon Sigma Alpha Iota at George Mason University, helping to start the chapter at Mason and then continuing to participate as an alumnae. She has performed at the Virginia Music Educators Association National Conference on several occasions and as Concert Soloist in the Millennium Stage Recital Series at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, for which she was also a featured musician. She has also performed with the Shenandoah Summer Music Theater Pit Orchestra, served as Principal of the Prince William Symphony Orchestra and various performances during high school with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington DC as part of the competitive National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellowship Program.
Ms. Quijano has also led an active role in chamber music, collaborating with the Cathedral Street Strings, the St. Charles String Quartet and several sacred music performances at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and the National Cathedral in Washington DC, and local Catholic/Lutheran/Episcopal churches. Ana has received extensive training in the orchestra and performing, field studying with Elisabeth Adkins, Former Associate Concertmaster of The National Symphony Orchestra and under the auspices of the National Symphony Youth Fellowship Program and the tutelage of Music Directors Leonard Slatkin (former) and Emil de Cou. She has also participated in master classes from world famous concert soloists Gil Shaham, Ann Akiko Meyers and Midori.
In 2000, Ana participated in a successful Suzuki concert tour “Corazon a Corazon” to Bolivia with the violin studio of Ronda Cole. Ana won her first music competition when she was 7 and since then, has competed and won in many different competitions throughout the tri-state area. Ana has also had the honor to perform for several Air Force and Navy promotion ceremonies during her time working for the Navy in a civilian.
In 2012, she moved to Florida and got the position of General Music Teacher and Music Director at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church and School in Hialeah FL
Since then Ana has moved back to the Virginia area and started working at The Goddard School in Leesburg till she decided to become a stay at home mom to her baby girl and work as a music teacher at Music and Arts. She since has left Music and Arts to start her own private studio. Ana has been teaching music, general classroom music, music theory and private violin/viola/cello/beginner piano music lessons for over 10 years. She has a thriving in-home music studio; “Ana’s Strings Studio” in Leesburg where she currently lives with her husband and two girls.
REVIEWS
My child has been taking lessons from Ana 2 years. Ana is a wonderful teacher who relates to my daughter and her other students well and is very much in tune with the level of playing of her students and what they need to do to improve and become successful in their instrument”
Chuck Johnson
"My daughter Noelle has made wonderful progress with Ana since she began lessons with her. She often accompanies her students on piano, especially in preparing for recitals. She knows the importance of giving students frequent opportunities to perform. She is a wonderful musician and through a lifetime of musical study, performance and pedagogy, she brings these gifts to her teaching"
Michelle Badhwar
"What I love about Ana is that she has instilled a sense of control and professionalism in my son. She speaks to him as a fellow musician first and kid second. He feels confident in his playing and in his ability to make musical choices. Her patience is unflagging and her communication with me is great."
Kara Laughlin
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO YOU HAVE SPECIFIC TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS?
Yes, I have experience teaching both in public and private schools as well as private individual lessonsthrough organizations such as Music and Arts.
HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE FOR YOUR TEACHING SERVICES AND HOW DOES PAYMENT WORK?
I charge $34/30 min session and $68/ 1 hour session. Lessons are billed on a monthly basis and due the first day of each month. I send out invoices the last week of the previous month via e-mail. I use PayPal or checks as forms of payments.
WHERE DO YOU TEACH LESSONS?
I hold lessons in my music studio located at my home in my basement. Students & parents have access to my studio using the side gate or garage which offer direct access to my studio.
DO YOU SPECIALIZE IN SPECIFIC METHODS OF TEACHING?
I was trained to teach Suzuki Method but I also teach Traditional as well. If my students are in school orchestras- I work with them on their school music as well in additional to scales and solo pieces. I customize each lesson and what is taught and worked on based on the individual student and their needs and skill level.
WHAT AGES DO YOU TEACH?
I teach children as early as 4 years old to adults of any age.
WHAT IS YOUR STUDIO LIKE AND ARE PARENTS ALLOWED?
The safety of my students is one of my top priorities. My studio is a large basement room with two windows and a door with a window that leads in and out of my studio from the backyard. My studio is a fulling functioning music room equipped with a piano, music stand and a sitting area for parents or students. There is a hallway where students can wait for their lessons or get set up.
The backyard is also equipped with chairs if parents or siblings would like to wait outside.
Parents are always welcome to sit in during the lesson or check in on their child at any time. The windows and door offer parents an opportunity to check on their child without disrupting the lesson.
FOR THE SAFETY OF MY CHILD, HAVE YOU GONE THROUGH BACKGROUND CHECKS AND BEEN VETTED?
I have been vetted by every organization I have worked for. I worked as a teacher assistant for Loudoun County Public Schools, I worked as a Classroom Music teacher for a private school in Florida, worked for College as Nannies and Tutors, taught at The Goddard School and I have taught with Music and Arts for over 7 years. I am also certified in CPR, First Aid and AED for children and adults.
DO YOU HAVE A STUDIO POLICY?
When a student signs up for lessons, they receive a welcome folder. In the welcome folder is my Studio Policy which has to be signed by both the student and the parent. There is also additional information included in the welcome packet along with a liability waiver form.