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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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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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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His ability to discover solutions and create personalized exercises to overcome technical challenges is unparalleled–Tomas teaching is boundlessly creative
Patricia Jancova
Former Student at the University of Miami
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Dr. Cotik’s unyielding work ethic and subsequent success as an artist and educator is inspiring and motivating for his students
Patricia Jancova
Former Student at the University of Miami
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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.
Tetyana Zlatova
Junior student at PSU
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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
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Tomás revolutionized the way that I physically approach my instrument, helping me finally recover from lifelong injuries and tension and play with more freedom, beauty, tone, and accuracy than ever before. I am so grateful to have finally found a teacher that knows how to help me approach my body and technique in a healthy way.
Zoe Schlussel
PSU Graduate Performance Certificate Alumna
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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
Shion Yamakawa
Master Student at PSU
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Tomás is a rigorous, encouraging, and playfully creative teacher. He balances deep attention to technical and musical concerns, emphasizing body mechanics while insisting on the ear as the ultimate guide.
Pamela A. Moro
Professor Emeritus at Willamette University
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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