Yohan Shin Violin Viola Studio
About
I believe that anyone can play the violin & viola 🎻. For all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. I have been teaching in Orange County for over 20+ years and worked with over 100+ students ranging from 5 year old children to 82 year old adults.
I am a private professional violin & viola instructor. I do not represent a school or a business, but a skilled teacher who provides a tailored and personalized learning experience for you and your student. One of the feedback I get most from the families that I work with is that "Mr. Yohan makes violin fun and engaging" I would love to see if I would be the right violin teacher for you.
Highlights
Hired 1 time
1 employee
23 years in business
Serves Irvine, CA
Payment methods
Cash, Venmo, Zelle
Specialties
Do you own a violin?
Student who has an instrument, Student who is planning to purchase an instrument and would like advice
Years experience
No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience
Able to read music
Student can read music, Student cannot read music
Lesson length
45 minutes, 60 minutes
Student's age
5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old
Instrument interested in
Violin, Viola
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maggie W.
We were actually very lucky to get Johan as a violin tutor. Both of my granddaughters absolutely love Lessons with Johan. That’s nice when children look forward to a lesson each week. Johann makes every lesson fun and entertaining and pays very close attention to each of my grandchildren. He gives amazing one-on-one attention and knows exactly how to help each one of my grandchildren. Johannes also very friendly and nice to talk to you with the parents. Again, we were very lucky to have Yohan!
August 04, 2026
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elizabeth S.
Great with kids, very encouraging but also stern which is good. My daughter loves her lessons, she has advanced quickly.
July 28, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
On a regular 1 hour lesson, we take 20 min to review previous assignment, 20 minutes to learn new technique & material, 20 min to make sure the student is able to sufficiently work on the assignment independently until the next lesson.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
20+ years of violin playing. Bachelor of music performance (college music degree)
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$90/hour if within 15min of driving distance.
How did you get started teaching?
I love music and sharing it with others. I was first asked by a friend and it soon expanded with other personal referrals.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. My youngest student was 5 and oldest 82. My other work was also focused on working children & youth, so I specialize with working with children & youth.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
The greatest compliment I received from students and their families is that I make it fun. I find most joy when I am able to share my joy in music and spark that joy in students and their families.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
You should try one lesson with them to see if they are the right fit for you and your family. Each student and teacher are so very unique and special in their own way, yet need to make sure that they can fit and work together. Try a few teachers before you decide on a teacher as it is a longterm-investment.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Group effort. I make sure that all parties (student, parent, teacher) are setting the same short-term and long-term goals to ensure everyone is on the same page and striving towards the same direction.
Services offered
Violin