1. VADIM TIMINSKY
10508 Matador Dr. McKinney, TX 75070
P. 972.562.1133 • C. 469.222.4056
timinsky@sbcglobal.net
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 Over fourteen years teaching experience in classical guitar, music theory and general musicianship
for different levels students at various music institutions.
 Experienced in establishing, developing and further directing several academic classical guitar
programs including Suzuki guitar method, classical guitar ensemble, guitar technique workshop,
theory and musicianship for guitar players.
 Experienced in written course syllabus teaching a comprehensive guitar programs specified and
provided by Trinity College and Royal Conservatory of Music.
 Consistent involvement in professional teaching development in music methodology education and
guitar pedagogy.
 Classically trained musician, solo/ensemble performer and recording artist. Accomplished in a wide
range of musical styles, from folk, rock and jazz to classical music.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
2002 – Present
COPPELL CONSERVATORY, Coppell, Texas
Classical Guitar Teacher
 Provide a private classical guitar lessons for all levels and ages.
 Teach music theory and musicianship to individuals and groups.
 Instruct students in guitar ensemble performance.
 Lead classical guitar workshops and teachers seminars.
 Direct teacher seminars, teach performance classes, maintain students’ progress records, prepare
recital programs, and conduct guitar recitals.
 Prepare students for guitar competitions, college auditions and community musical events.
2005-2010
SUZUKI INSTITUTE OF DALLAS, Dallas, Texas
Suzuki Guitar Specialist
 Provided individual and ensemble guitar lessons for beginning and advanced students using Suzuki
Guitar Method.
 Directed classical guitar solo and ensemble performances for regular school concerts, special
community activities and events.
2003-2005
SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY
MEADOWS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS / SMU, Dallas, Texas
Classical Guitar Teaching Assistant and General Musicianship Instructor.
 Taught individual and group guitar lessons to undergraduate students.
 Instructed students in music theory and general musicianship.
 Coached and assisted student’s classical guitar ensembles.
 Prepared students for junior and senior semester recitals for completion of degree program.

2. VADIM TIMINSKY
10508 Matador Dr. McKinney, TX 75070
P. 972.562.1133 • C. 469.222.4056
timinsky@sbcglobal.net
EDUCATION
2003-2005
SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY
MEADOWS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS / SMU, Dallas, Texas
Master of Music in Classical Guitar Performance
Taught by Professor Robert Guthrie
1994-1999
JERUSALEM RUBIN ACADEMY OF MUSIC & DANCE, Jerusalem, Israel
Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Performance
Taught by Professor Joseph Urshalmi
1991-1993
GEORG OTS TALLINN MUSIC COLLEGE, Tallinn, Estonia
Classic Guitar Performance Certificate
Taught by Professor Tiit Peterson
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION COURSES
2007 - Classical Guitar Teaching Seminar, Austin, TX
2006 - Suzuki Guitar Teaching Course, Dallas/Houston, TX
2005 - Methods of Classical Guitar Pedagogy, SMU, Dallas, TX
2000 - Sight reading improvement and developing improvisation skills for guitarists, Israel