Alexander Raab is an established and award-winning violinist and pedagogue known for developing young musicians into top level violinists. He performs regularly as a recitalist and chamber musician, and has toured extensively throughout the US, Europe and Asia. Alexander has maintained a large private violin studio where he teaches violin performance and music theory to students primarily ages 3 - 22. His students have won numerous auditions and competitions nationally and have been accepted into various prestigious summer and collegiate programs such as the Summit Music Festival, Aspen Music Festival, Harvard, and the Julliard School.

Alexander has served as Director of the Centennial Chamber Orchestra and violin program, string specialist and coach for various Colorado Public School districts, and Director of Artist Relations for the Young Musicians Foundation of Colorado. Alexander received his B.M. in Violin from the Lamont School of Music and studied with Eugenia Alikhanova of the Moscow String Quartet, renowned soloist Linda Wang and the legendary violinist Aaron Rosand from the Curtis Institute.

Alexander is a firm believer that it is crucial to discover the power of self-study within the wise guiding lines of a mentor. His customized programs help foster growth in both violin and interpersonal skills. With this, he is able to bridge the gap between a teacher who can only teach beginners, and one that coaches only advanced, developed players.

All students are given weekly violin lessons as well as access to studio classes, group performances, quarterly recitals, and private summer and winter camps. All students are encouraged to enter competitions at various levels. Alexander offers unique opportunities and connections necessary to compete on an international stage.

Teaching Philosophy

Here at my studio, I work with families and students to nurture artistic ability and creative thinking into skills that transcend music. Each and every student has their own individual strengths and goals. I learn who my students are, so that I may guide them into who they want to be. As people and as musicians.

I provide an environment to my students that is both safe and challenging. This allows for the exploration of boundaries and the ability to exchange ideas freely. In return, I expect quality practice. Practice is the investment that students make in their own growth. With a family’s support, and a teacher’s guidance, any student who commits to practicing both consistently and effectively will find no obstacle to be insurmountable.

I create weekly checklists for practice guidance and feedback 24 hours a day throughout the week. Students are encouraged to record their practice in a journal to stay organized and aligned with parents and myself.