Besides violin masterclasses, Tomas Cotik is currently offering the following presentations and workshops:
- Natural Playing, Concepts of the Alexander Technique and Practical Ideas for Musicians
- Issues of Interpretation in Bach Sonatas and Partitas
- Aspects of Interpretation in Franz Schubert’s Music
- Audition Excerpts Learning Resources
- Bow Strokes Workshop: Ricochet, Up-bow Staccato and other Fancy Bowings
- Entrepreneurship and PR Skills for Music Students
- Planning and Assessing the Instrumental Lesson
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I can confidently say that Tomas Cotik’s guidance and expertise helped transform my playing, and I am forever grateful for the invaluable musical foundation his patience and skill provided
Amanda Smith
PSU Alumna
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His teaching, recordings, and publications are informed by thoughtful study of the relevant scholarship. Lessons are challenging but always fun, and inspire me to make the most beautiful music possible.
Pamela A. Moro
Professor Emeritus at Willamette University
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During a master class in Round Top, Dr. Cotik helped us discover all the cues we can give our body to find a new way to relax and develop a more economic use of the body. I have been practicing yoga for several years now and his simple approach to Alexander Technique was a great enhancement to my playing, body awareness and energy expenditure.
Karim Ayala Pool
Student at Round Top Festival
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Dr.Cotik is an excellent violinist and teacher. His teaching approach helped me to understand how to practice more effectively. I am so glad I can study with him at PSU!
Shawn Wu
Master Student at PSU
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He doesn’t pretend he has all the right answers but he gives me choices so that I can discover a personal solution.
Tetyana Zlatova
Junior student at PSU
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Studying with Prof. Cotik has helped me build more confidence in my playing and actually liking the sound I produce on my instrument
Hunter Haynes
Junior Student at PSU
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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.
Monica Belzer
5-8 Grade Orchestra Director in David Douglas School District
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Tomás has a genuine interest in his students’ progress. He is dedicated to teaching as much as he is to playing the violin
Tetyana Zlatova
Junior student at PSU
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Mr. Cotik’s thoughtful and intelligent teaching helped me to feel and hear my playing in a much more comfortable and involved manner.
Yu Ning Lai
Student at Roundtop Music Festival
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Tomas is a passionate teacher who is committed to helping you cultivate and achieve your musical and professional goals
Patricia Jancova
Former Student at the University of Miami