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Portland Cello Project free performance at Washington Park Amphitheater August 3rd, 2019

by Valdine Ritchie Mishkin | Jun 21, 2019 | Uncategorized

Valdine Mishkin performs free concert with Portland Cello Project on Saturday August 3rd, 2019 at 6 PM at Washington Park Summer Festival.  Works by Elgar, Radiohead, Coltrane, Bach, and more. https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/489145...

Saturday June 22nd at 2 PM, Valdine premieres piece for solo “singing cellist” by Nancy Ives

by Valdine Ritchie Mishkin | Jun 21, 2019 | Uncategorized

Third Angle New Music cellist Valdine Ritchie Mishkin premieres a work by Nancy Ives for “singing cellist” entitled “…black snow, dark ocean…”; a piece sung with Inuktitut words set over a haunting cello passacaglia theme that...
Duo Apaixonado – Friday May 17th at 7:30 pm

Duo Apaixonado – Friday May 17th at 7:30 pm

by Valdine Ritchie Mishkin | Mar 6, 2019 | News, Performance event

Classic Pianos presents Duo Apaixonado Dialogues for Guitar and Cello Friday, May 17th at 7:30 pm Classic Pianos 3003 SE Milwaukie Ave Portland, OR 97202   Enjoy an intimate house concert of Brazilian, Argentinian, and Mexican works performed by guitarist Alfredo...
Duo Apaixonado – Friday May 17th at 7:30 pm

Duo Apaixonado – Sunday May 19th at 1:30 pm

by Valdine Ritchie Mishkin | Mar 6, 2019 | News, Performance event

Valley View Chamber Concerts presents Duo Apaixonado Dialogues for Guitar and Cello Sunday, May 19th at 1:30 pm Enjoy an intimate house concert of Brazilian, Argentinian, and Mexican works performed by guitarist Alfredo Muro and cellist Valdine Mishkin Tickets are $25...
FearNoMusic Concert “Japanarama” on Monday May 6th

FearNoMusic Concert “Japanarama” on Monday May 6th

by Valdine Ritchie Mishkin | Mar 6, 2019 | News, Performance event

FearNoMusic Concert “Japanarama” on Monday May 6th 7:30 pm at the Old Church 1422 SW 11th St., Portland For a country the size of California, Japan has long provided an outsized influence on Western culture. In this special collaboration with Portland Taiko, Fear No...
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  • Valdine Mishkin performs Elgar Concerto in e minor with the Sunnyside Symphony, October 20th, 2019

Personal Bio

Dr. Valdine Ritchie Mishkin is an accomplished cellist and experienced teacher of all ages and levels. She holds degrees from the top music school of Canada and the US: a Doctorate of Musical Arts and a Masters of Music in Cello  [Read more....]

Testimonials

Valdine has played a great deal of cello music, including orchestra music, and has fine ideas about how to make it all sound musical.
David Lasocki, PhDmusic historian and retired academic music librarian
Ms. Valdine has completely changed my playing for the better!
Meg, age 13Suzuki student
Valdine is flexible about the needs and pace of individual students. For example, when Lucien has needed to prepare for an orchestra audition or a private performance, she has happily switched to concentrating on that repertoire for the time being, before resuming the systematic study of Suzuki books and etudes.
David Lasocki, PhDmusic historian and retired academic music librarian
Valdine knows more than other teachers I have witnessed about the technique of playing the cello, especially but not only smart fingerings and mastery of the bow. So she is able to produce good results in students quickly.
David Lasocki, PhDmusic historian and retired academic music librarian
Valdine is a superb instructor; with a balance of spirited energy, and a clear devotion toward excellence, she creates a path of progress for her students and has helped our daughter play her best ever!
the Steppers (Meg's family)
After two and a half years of cello instruction under Valdine’s guidance, and with persistent practice, my children were able to enroll in a local children’s chamber orchestra at an entry level.  Valdine visited my children at the orchestra when we first enrolled to ensure that her students were doing well.  Not only does Valdine teach my children music, she has inspired me to be a patient parent, to enjoy every little present precious moment with my children while understanding the true meaning of perseverance.
Cecily AuDongSuzuki parent
Valdine has a kind, upbeat personality that puts students at their ease and encourages them to do their best. When necessary, such as when Lucien keeps playing when she is making a point, she can be firm in a positive and effective manner.
David Lasocki, PhDmusic historian and retired academic music librarian
Using the Suzuki approach, Valdine has successfully built the positive relationship triangle of teacher/student/parents and truly embraces the concept of Nurture by Love.  She encourages us when we feel discouraged during the learning process.  She embraces us when we accomplish a piece of music with determination and hard practice.  In addition to one-on-one lessons that my children have with her, my family has gained so much parenting knowledge from her weekly studio classes and her teacher/parents nights.  On parent night, she provides book recommendations for us to read and we have the… Read more
Cecily AuDongSuzuki parent
Valdine often demonstrates passages herself, or plays along with students, in an inspiring and uplifting way.
David Lasocki, PhDmusic historian and retired academic music librarian
Valdine is extremely humble. For example, in the last lesson, she started demonstrating a passage and made a mistake, explaining at once that she had just missed a day of practice and it was showing. That was a good illustration in itself to Lucien about the need for even experienced professionals to keep practicing every day.
David Lasocki, PhDmusic historian and retired academic music librarian

Recent Posts

  • Memorial gathering to honor the life of Sonja Myklebust January 29, 2020
  • ThirdAngle Wine Wednesdays, Starting Nov. 20th October 15, 2019
  • ThirdAngle-Homecomings Thu & Fri, Oct 17 & 18, 2019 at 7:30pm October 15, 2019
  • Portland Piano Duo Festival Launch Concert: María García / Momoko Muramatsu July 22, 2019
  • Valdine Mishkin performs Elgar Concerto in e minor with the Sunnyside Symphony, October 20th, 2019 June 21, 2019

Terms 2019

WINTER 2019:
Mon. Jan. 7th- Sun. April 7th
(no classes Spring Break, Fri March 22nd-Sat March 30th)
SPRING 2019:
Mon April 8th- Sun June 9th,
plus 4 flex-scheduled summer lessons.
Make-up days June 10th-12th.

Locations

Neighborhood Church(Thursdays)
Room 117
21065 SW Stafford Rd
Tualatin, OR 97062

Private Studio
24700 SW Valley View Road,
West Linn, Oregon, 97068

email:
valdinemishkin@gmail.com

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