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Featured Violin Teachers Near Chicago, IL

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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Violin lessons in Chicago . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!

Annarita T

Instruments: Violin

The best feeling is watching a student progress week by week. By opening up their minds to the world of music, I believe a student can learn more about themselves and the world around them. I always encourage of art of listening with my students. Whether it be a specfic sonata or just a classical music and/or jazz mix tape. When a student knows the potential for talent that exists, it makes the desire to be a good musician even bigger. Read More

Katelyn A

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Clarinet Ukulele Recorder Fiddle

Communicating well as a music educator is vital for success; it is the way you communicate that reaches the students. Not every student that is in a classroom is the same; each one is unique and has their own special needs. To reach some students, it can sometimes mean trying a different kind of communication that you do not usually use. Being firmly rooted in my personal practice and purpose helps students find theirs as well. Read More

Tim A

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Synthesizer Recorder Electric Violin Double Bass Conga Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe

My teaching style is very involved and incorporates playing for the student, playing with the student, and having the student play on their own. Creating a safe environment where the student is comfortable making mistakes is vital, because making mistakes is a vital component to learning how to play an instrument. I take each student at their own pace and cultivate growth through technical mechanics of the instrument as well as philosophical ideals about what it means to be a musician. Read More

Dan P

Instruments: Violin

I have been instructing students from kindergarten to high-school all over the Chicago area for the past thirteen years. My highest accomplisment is having a high-school sophomore student playing second chair first violin in Chamber Orchestra and third chair first violin in Symphonic Orchestra at Maine Township, Park Ridge, Illinois. Other accomplishments are having students prepared for Granquist Memorial Music Competition, Geneva Illinois. Since 2015 I am a member of the Northwest Chicago Symphony Orchestra.  Read More

Courtney V

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Double Bass Euphonium French Horn Tuba Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon

For beginning students, I typically start with Hal Leanord's Essential Elements. Once the student has a grasp of their instrment and the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire and tecnique exercises. I will try to find out what the student is interested in to help guide my instruction and keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter the age or ability level. Read More

Julia E

Instruments: Violin Viola

I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love of music. After graduating from NYU in 2004 with an MA in music performance, I became an active freelance musician where I played orchestral concerts in venues such as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. Orchestras I've played include the orchestra of St Luke's, the American Composer's Orchestra, the Harribsurg Symphony, the York Symphony, the Elgin Symphony, and the Rockford Symphony. Read More

Stan G

Instruments: Guitar Violin Acoustic Guitar

I have always enjoyed music and playing music and found it natural to play for my friends and family. And weather it was in school orchestra, garage band, or friends with guitars, I shared my knowledge with other players. The best part of teaching for me is when I introduce some new material and explain it and the light bulb goes off and the child gets that big eyed look, I see that the student understands it. Read More

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Ashley J

Instruments: Violin Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle Music

Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
Suzuki books are my specific teaching method for classical music, and Brian Wicklund’s books for fiddle/blues pieces. Suzuki makes learning by ear, sight reading, and understanding the theory behind the piece a necessity to be understood. Brian Wicklund’s books do just the same. Both are largely diverse in composers and styles, ranging from beginner to advanced. These are the best methods of teaching I have found in 17 years of musical experience.

What does a normal practice session look like for you?
Depending on what needs to be focused on, sometimes I focus on scales to improve my intonation or technique through Suzuki books 1-3 pieces. These days, it’s focused largely on orchestral music and my solo work. Making sure to break down tough sections before hitting it in a run through is very important. It’s encouraging to work out the kinks then play all the way through successfully.

What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Medications by Thai. When I was 11, I performed my first pointe piece to this song (pointe is ballet but differs in using toe shoes). I remember the feeling of the music becoming my movements of expression. Since then, it’s been my dream piece to perform and experience through a different lens.

Why did you choose your primary instrument?
My parents put me in a music program from the age of 3, so violin wasn’t my option to begin with. I fell in love with it in high school while attending Brian Wicklund’s Fiddle Camp in Madison, WI. I completely fell in love with violin - the way I play and experience music has never been the same since then.

Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My wonderful Mama began violin when I began, and my sister followed in suit once she reached of age. My dad is well versed in so many styles of music I could not name them all. My Papa has always enjoyed my sister and I playing for him, often fiddle music since his roots are in the south. Music is something we love as a family, and I’m blessed to have that fuel my passion.

What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Fiddle - I love that rules fly out the window and passion of music takes over. Fiddle can be romantic and bring tears to your eyes and you play from your heart. It can make your heart wild as your bow dances across the string to a teasing tune. It’s my absolute favorite.

When will I start to see results?
Results differ with each student, and it depends how hard you’re looking. I always see results each lesson with each student. Progress is always made, big or little strides.

How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If your child takes interest in music, whether movement, singing, or expressing a desire to learn an instrument, that is a good indication of readiness to begin lessons.

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