Find a violin teacher in Glenview, IL

Find violin teachers in Glenview, IL

Find violin teachers in Glenview, IL

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Top 10 violin lessons in Glenview, IL

Students agree: these Glenview violin teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Joseph Glymph

Joseph Glymph

5.0Exceptional(18)
2 hires on Lessons.com
55+ years in business
Serves Glenview, IL
Dan W. says, "Joe is literally the best technical violin teacher. If you want to learn violin at a high technical level, Joe is your go to. He also teaches conducting. I am able to play some of the most tech iCarly challenging violin pieces proficiently because of Joe. Do not underestimate his prowess as a teacher and performer. If you need to become technically proficient for violin/viola/cello auditions, go to Joe." Read more
Violin And Alexander Technique Lessons

Violin And Alexander Technique Lessons

5.0(3)
20+ years in business
Serves Glenview, IL
Ashley R. says, ""I have only had two teachers in my life who have fundamentally changed how I view my place within the world. The first was a teacher I had in high school who taught me how to apply critical thinking through literature. The second is Amy, who taught me how to be integrated with myself as I walk through the world.  I came to violin partially seeking a connection to my physical body - which after years of ignoring it, had spiraled out of my control. With my time training with Amy as a teacher, multiple times I faced my shortcomings and it definitely led to a lot of frustration as a student. I had to develop more patience, humbleness to failure and an appreciation for the beauty of the violin beyond just its sound. These were things we spoke about frequently and worked together on in many contexts outside of just violin.   Technically speaking, her focus on the fundamentals as drivers for refinement and her eye for connecting them to more advanced topics was paramount for my learning. It cannot be stated enough how important fundamentals are, and Amy definitely did an exceptional job with moving back and forth between fundamentals and more advanced topics. Amy's lessons have a very unique quality - she focuses not just on you as the student who happens to have a violin - but on integrating you together with the violin in order to achieve the greatest level of success possible for the student."" Read more
Julie Fischer Violin & Viola Instructor

Julie Fischer Violin & Viola Instructor

2 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Glenview, IL & Online
Education: Julie received her Graduate Diploma from the New England Conservatory in 2005, her Masters of Music from the New England Conservatory in 2004, and her Bachelors of Music from the Cleveland Institute of Music in 2002. Significant teachers and mentors: A few of Ms. Fischer's significant teachers/mentors throughout the years were: Lucy Chapman, Donald Weilerstein, Almita and Roland Vamos, Thomas Wermuth, and Paula Fischer. Teaching philosophy and areas of expertise: Ms. Fischer's philosophy is one that revolves arond loving and caring for her students. It can not be explained any better, than from herself: "Nurture them ...
Susan Rozendaal Violin And Viola Studio

Susan Rozendaal Violin And Viola Studio

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Glenview, IL & Online
Divya B. says, "Susan clearly has a lot of experience, which allowed her to be flexible with me and my learning experience (I'm an adult student, re-learning the violin). She has lots of teaching material: classic as well as sheet music from popular movies, both of which I've enjoyed immensely. " Read more
Michelle Wong Music

Michelle Wong Music

Serves Glenview, IL & Online
Michelle Wong has enjoyed an extensive career as both a performer and educator. Equally at home as a soloist or in an ensemble setting, Michelle has performed and is available for engagement ranging from solo concerts to weddings to accompanying. Michelle has an extensive experience teaching for the past 10 years. Her teaching philosophy takes a holistic approach that focuses not only on performance skills, but also music theory, music history, ear training, and improvisation. Having grown up from the Yamaha Method, she is versed in both Classical and Popular Genres, giving all her students from ages 3 and above, including special needs stude...
Venus Fu Music Studio

Venus Fu Music Studio

Serves Glenview, IL & Online
Many years experience teaching Suzuki programs fro age 3 to audit, I have achieved as a gold metal list teacher for The Royal Conservatory of Music, Canada My students have won Gold and Silver Metal in Quebec Music Educator Association music festival Montréal Canada. My students have taken The Association Board Of The Royal School of the Music Exam(London.U.K.) I played with Beijing Film Orchestra and Hong Kong Sinfornietta from 1983-2000, As a concertmaster for The Musicians of the World Symphony Orchestra from 2006-2012 Now I am playing with Highland Park Strings....
Violin Lessons With Stella

Violin Lessons With Stella

Serves Glenview, IL
Welcome to Violin Lessons with Stella! Based in Chicago, I specialize in providing personalized violin instruction tailored to each student's unique learning style and goals. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, I focus on nurturing your musical journey with patience and expertise. With a commitment to enhancing your understanding of music theory and technique, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your musical aspirations. Join me in exploring the beautiful world of the violin and discover the joy of making music.
Retirement

Retirement

Serves Glenview, IL
Welcome to Retirement, where your musical journey begins in the heart of Chicago. Our expert-led lessons in piano, bass guitar, drums, and violin are tailored to nurture your unique strengths and aspirations. Whether you're a budding musician or seeking to refine your skills, our personalized appr
Catalin Lari

Catalin Lari

18+ years in business
Serves Glenview, IL & Online
Playing music should open the magic from within, and will make anyone a stronger, smarter and more sensible human being! I will lead you on your journey with violin or viola. I will patiently explain and demonstrate both hands technique, interpretation of any classical music from 17th century to contemporary, fiddling, tango and folk music. I would also give advice with reading music, music theory, 1st sight reading and orchestral excerpts. I started teaching about 20 years ago. I use different methods such as Galamian, Auer, Suzuki, Sassmannshaus based and personalized on students need. I currently teach students from 4 years to 80 years old
Elizabeth Brown - Violin And Viola

Elizabeth Brown - Violin And Viola

5.0(1)
33+ years in business
Serves Glenview, IL & Online
Cecilia says, "Elizabeth is a phenomenal teacher! Music doesn't come naturally to me, yet she knows just how to help me hone my skills and strengthen my playing techniques, and has helped me find the right resources (music books) to address my areas of weakness. Incredibly knowledgeable, patient and supportive, Elizabeth has been the best teacher for violin I've ever had, by far! As an adult learner, it can sometimes be difficult to navigate scheduling, but Elizabeth is always flexible when I reach out in advance to postpone or adjust a lesson's timing. I highly recommend Elizabeth both as a stand-alone teacher, or as someone who will help you with whatever current program you (or your child) may already be enrolled in!" Read more

Your Violin Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do violin lessons cost near me?

Violin lessons cost $30 to $80 per session for classes starting at 30 minutes long or up to 60 minutes long. A private violin teacher costs $50 to $80 for an hour. A group lesson costs $20 to $30 each time.

You can expect to pay $190 to $360 every month when pre-booking violin lessons.

Are violin lessons worth it?

Violin lessons are worth it if you aspire to enhance your skills rapidly and perform for audiences. Expert tutelage in the violin can aid in cultivating appropriate techniques and tackling challenges efficiently, thus accelerating progress.

Learning violin without private feedback is extremely difficult and takes much longer.

How many violin lessons do I need?

You need as many violin lessons as it takes to reach your personal goals, depending on how good you are now, how much you practice, and how qualified your teacher is. Most folks need to take violin classes regularly for many months before they can play a basic song or read music.

Generally, it takes about 3 to 6 years to start playing many different songs quite well. If you want to play like a professional, it often takes more than 10 years of ongoing practice and tutoring.

How long are violin lessons?

Violin lessons are 30 minutes long for beginners and up to 60 minutes long on average. Extended lessons are only for advanced students, will cost extra, and are subject to the teacher's availability.

What age is best to start violin lessons?

The best age to start violin lessons is between 4 to 7 years old at the earliest, or whenever you have a strong enough focus on learning and can hold the instrument comfortably. Children need to exhibit sufficient physical coordination and concentration before they can start violin lessons.

However, adults are capable of learning and deriving pleasure from playing the violin, irrespective of their age.

How do I find a violin teacher near me?

You can find a violin teacher nearby very quickly by browsing the listings here on the Lessons website. Alternatively, you can ask for affiliated private teachers at local music stores.

  • Before hiring a violin teacher in your area, always remember to:
  • Compare the prices of at least 3 violin instructors.
  • Read what others have said about the teachers on Lessons and Google.
  • Ask them which of their past students you can talk to for a reference.
  • Get a written agreement and a lesson plan before the first lesson.
  • Follow a plan to pay a little at a time until you feel sure the teacher is right for you.

What questions do I ask a violin teacher before hiring?

Here are some questions to help you find the best violin teacher:

  • How many years have you been teaching the violin?
  • What age group of students do you prefer teaching?
  • How many degrees in music do you have, and do you play professionally?
  • Can I try out a lesson for free or with a discount to see if it works for me?
  • Do you have violin rentals at your school if I don't have one at home?
  • How much do I need to practice to reach my goals?
  • What books or sheet music should I buy?
  • Can you change how you teach to help students with special needs?
  • What kind of violin music are you best at teaching?
  • Should I expect homework to memorize?
  • What should I bring, and how long does each class last?
  • Can I get a copy of our class schedule, agreement, and how to pay?
  • What happens if I need to cancel a class due to an emergency?
  • Can I pick some of my favorite songs to learn?

Reviews for Glenview violin lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Glenview area.
John L.
Mr. Glymph was my violin instructor and orchestra director between 2007 and 2013. The importance he has played on my life transcends into existential territory as it was his teachings that allowed me to achieve my dreams in life on top of rapidly improving in violin performance. His "smart practice" method that relies on deliberate and methodical micro improvements, bound together with repetition and consistency is essentially a guidebook to becoming a professional in any field and separating yourself from the masses. I had taken violin lessons for roughly ten years when I met Mr. Glymph as a teenager, and the amount of improvement I made in the first two years with him was probably one hundred-fold without exaggeration. His teaching style is not for everyone, but the sky is the limit if you are serious about music and want to genuinely improve. I eventually made a personal decision to not major in music, and Mr. Glymph was supportive as any mentor should be. I do believe that had I continued to pursue music using his methods I would have had a good career as well. Mr. Glymph is both an incredible violin teacher and a genuine mentor. He is strict but also understanding. Asking him if he could teach me at the Suzuki summer program in 2006-7 was easily one of the best decisions I've made in my life, and when I write a reflection or something in the coming years, his legacy will live on in that piece. John L.
Joseph Glymph
Christina L.
"As a working professional adult woman at a point in my life when I decided to shift some focus more to my own interests and self-development, I decided to begin studying violin later in life - something I've wanted to do for a very long time.  Having no previous musical experience at all, Amy Foley was encouraging and supportive from the start -- teaching me important basic fundamentals such as instrument care, balance, movement, positioning, intonation, and how to read sheet music.  Amy has a wonderfully deep understanding of music theory and is clear and thorough in her explanations.  Her patient and positive demeanor made me feel good about the progress I was making; and when I seemed stuck at any point, she came up with creative and applicable suggestions and exercises to help me over any hurdles.  Studying violin has given me a greater appreciation for music as well -- I find myself listening to music differently, and the experience is now enhanced because I find myself noticing things which I learned during my lessons, e.g., how compositions come together to make the whole. And I've learned to hear more of the emotion in music because of what I've learned during my lessons; and Amy, with her talent and quiet sense of humor, has made the experience an absolute joy!"
Violin and Alexander Technique Lessons
Peter D.
“I am beyond grateful and honored to be a student of Mr. Pikler. Mr. Pikler is an absolutely remarkable person. Since my first lesson, he has been my musical inspiration and role model. I admire his immense dedication to music and his students, his vast knowledge and high encouraging spirit. I cannot thank him enough for the years I have worked with him and for all his tremendous help.” — Peter Dudek, student
Charles Pikler, Violinist and Violist
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