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Teaching Philosophy

In one-on-one lessons, Hudson aims to develop students' musical abilities and confidence through a mix of repertoire, technical studies, mentorship, and performance training. Modeled after the pedagogical methods of Mimi Zweig and Dorothy Delay, he strives to create a nonjudgemental environment where learning is encouraged through positive reinforcement. All levels and all ages are welcome!

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Standard lesson length and frequency

  • one hour, once a week

In-home lessons

  • minimum of one hour, travel fee depending on location

Experience

Hudson Maness headshot with viola

9 Years Studio Teaching

Students aged 5-70

Private Studios

  • Montreal

  • Indiana

  • Colorado

Teenagers by a pond

Summer Teaching Assistantships

  • Luzerne Music Center, New York

  • Rocky Mountain Fiddle Camp, Colorado

  • Western Academy of Music, Colorado

Student studying with notebook

Courses

  • Violin/viola pedagogy with Mimi Zweig (Joshua Bell's childhood teacher) - attended group classes; received feedback on real lessons.

We are very happy that Hudson is our daughter’s teacher for violin and piano. I really appreciate that he gives the rationale and reasoning behind why things are done a certain way, or why certain details are important. He gives positive feedback and encouragement, and incorporates different aspects into his teaching; teaching not only how to play the instrument, but teaching how to learn, based on contemporary pedagogical approaches and through sharing his own experiences and that of others. As a result, I can see that our daughter's technique and approach to learning have matured since she started lessons with Hudson. Importantly, our daughter enjoys her lessons and finds them stimulating. On a personal level, he is very thoughtful and a person of integrity.

Patricia, Montreal

Request Lessons!

514-575-8192

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Montreal Studio Location
  • By Lionel-Groulx metro

  • Address upon request

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