Workshops

Dr. Cotik’s unyielding work ethic and subsequent success as an artist and educator is inspiring and motivating for his students

His ability to discover solutions and create personalized exercises to overcome technical challenges is unparalleled–Tomas teaching is boundlessly creative

Professor Cotik consistently demonstrates his passion for teaching by tailoring to the individual student’s immediate needs and long term career goals

Studying with Prof. Cotik has helped me build more confidence in my playing and actually liking the sound I produce on my instrument

Tomás Cotik believes that each student, no matter where they are at, can make a significant progress given the right tools which he provides without fail.

Tomas has helped me begin to understand how my whole body affects my sound. He’s taught me that I am my own teacher and that practicing is a process of exploration and discovery.

In studying with Tomas my seemingly impossible barriers have evolved into possible, attainable goals. He has revived my understanding as to why practicing “the basics” is the way we truly improve our overall skill, musicality and confidence. I’m extremely grateful that my music students will also organically benefit from the strength that he has helped me cultivate.

He has very high expectations and his work ethic is extraordinary. Dr. Cotik has helped me to truly listen to my own sound, and he has taught me that you can be the best teacher of yourself

He doesn’t pretend he has all the right answers but he gives me choices so that I can discover a personal solution.

what I found most impactful of his teaching, was the attention to the importance of how we use our bodies while playing. Achieving your most beautiful sound consisted of teaching your body to release any tension and learning to play effortlessly.