Mr. Patis brings over a decade of dedicated violin teaching experience across private studios and conservatory settings. Currently serving as a Teaching Assistant at the University of North Texas, he welcomes students of all ages and skill levels, from absolute beginners to advanced musicians preparing for auditions and exams. Because no two students learn the same way, Mr. Patis customizes every lesson to match each student’s unique learning style, goals, and needs, including extensive experience supporting neurodivergent learners (ASD/ADHD). His teaching philosophy pairs a strong technical foundation with expressive storytelling and creative exploration. Mr. Patis strives to build confidence, foster genuine joy in daily practice, and cultivate a lifelong passion for music in every student. His students have earned top competition prizes and gained admission to prestigious music conservatories worldwide.

Education and Accomplishments:

• Conservatory Acceptances: Students accepted into leading international institutions, including the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz (Austria) and Saint Petersburg State University (Russia).
• Competition Honors: Prize winners and top placements at national music and violin competitions.
• Audition & Exam Success: Proven track record preparing students for high-mark ABRSM/Trinity exams, youth orchestra placements, and university auditions.

• Doctor of Musical Arts in Violin Performance (in progress), University of North Texas
• Violin Soloist Diploma, Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), Switzerland
• Master of Arts in Music Performance, Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), Switzerland
• Bachelor of Music (First-Class Honours), Mahidol University, Thailand
• Erasmus Exchange Program, University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (MDW), Austria
• Teaching Assistant to Prof. Julia Bushkova & Graduate Research Assistant, University of North Texas
• First Violin, Bancroft String Quartet
• Gold Medal Winner, Sugree Charoensook International Music Competition
• Semi-Finalist, Triomphe de l’Art International Music Competition (Brussels)

Student Achievements & Placements:

• Conservatory Acceptances: Students accepted into leading international institutions, including the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz (Austria) and Saint Petersburg State University (Russia).
• Competition Honors: Prize winners and top placements at national music and violin competitions.
• Audition & Exam Success: Proven track record preparing students for high-mark ABRSM/Trinity exams, youth orchestra placements, and university auditions.