My teaching philosophy is based on the belief that technical dexterity and agility on the instrument are requisites to finding freedom to express oneself musically. Taking into consideration that many university students are there because they already display a high level of talent, it is the job of the professor to make sure that fundamental elements are intact. The first order in this direction is to establish an ergonomic physical approach to the violin, then to achieve familiarity with the fingerboard and geography of the instrument. The second, is to develop mastery of bow distribution and all matters that deal with weight, placement and speed. The third deals with the left hand and how to shift, vibrate, and build agility in the fingers. The fourth is the musical application of all of these elements within the musical context.