About
Corie Schofield began studying the violin at age 4 in Sacramento, California. Upon moving to Colorado at age 7, she continued studying with Stacy Lesarte, Concertmaster of the Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra. Some of Corie’s achievements include winning Colorado’s Loveland Chamber Orchestra Concerto Competition, the Wyoming Festival for Strings Concerto Competition and being two time winner of the Utah State University Concerto Competition. In 2010, Corie took first place at the MTNA Regional Competition in Honolulu, Hawaii. She went on to compete at Nationals in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she represented the Southwest Region of the U.S. Corie received her Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from Utah State University and her Master's in Violin Performance from Northwestern University, where she studied under Blair Milton, violinist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
Having grown up in Colorado and Utah, Corie has a deep love and appreciation for the mountains. She loves skiing, hiking, backpacking and canyoneering. Besides the outdoors, some of her favorite hobbies include eating ice-cream, playing competitive ping pong with her family, reading, and cooking with her husband.
Corie is a resident of Chicago and teaches private lessons to beginner, intermediate and advanced level students. She is Suzuki Certified. Before moving to Chicago she ran a private studio of 16 students, ages 4-45, in the greater Washington, D.C. area.
If you are interested in lessons or booking music for an event, please contact Corie via email at [email protected]
I love seeing my students discover their love for music as they progress on this beautiful instrument. The violin is difficult! It takes dedication and practice. It's rewarding to see students apply themselves and find joy in playing the violin and then sharing their gift with others.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I teach the Suzuki method so I really value the importance of learning by ear in the beginning. The purpose for this is to develop a solid set up and a sensitivity to the tone quality. From there, we learn sight reading.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
With 10 years of experience teaching in Utah, Washington, D.C. and Chicago, Corie Schofield Eliason is quickly becoming one of the most sought after violin teachers in Chicago. She has helped prepare her students for college auditions, orchestra auditions, solo competitions, recitals and individual projects. Corie received her Suzuki Certification under the tutelage of Judy Bossuat-Gallic and Ed Kreitman. Additionally, she received Mimi Zweig pedagogical training during her undergraduate and graduate studies. She has helped prepare students for college auditions, orchestra auditions, solo competitions, recitals and individual projects. As well as running her private studio, Corie is a faculty member at The People's Music School as a violin and viola instructor.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$36/half hour
How did you get started teaching?
I first started teaching when I was in high school. After two years into my undergrad, I decided to start a small studio. I taught 6 young beginners. Upon graduating with my Bachelor's degree, I moved to the Washington, D.C. area and started a private violin studio. I taught 15 students who ranged from ages 4 to 40 and all came in at different levels of playing. I believe that anyone can learn the violin if they have a desire. It's never too late to learn a new instrument!
What types of students have you worked with?
Beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Little children, teenagers, adults.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
I would suggest having a trial lesson with a few teachers to see who you feel comfortable with and if you like their style of teaching.