Find a violin teacher in Plainfield, IL

Find violin teachers in Plainfield, IL

Find violin teachers in Plainfield, IL

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Top 10 violin lessons in Plainfield, IL

Students agree: these Plainfield violin teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Lessons With Ethan Adelsman

Lessons With Ethan Adelsman

5.0(2)
Top Pro
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
24+ years in business
Serves Plainfield, IL
Rebecca O. says, "Ethan is a great violin teacher, and so supportive. It’s a really great instrument, and he has helped me improve at each song. I like to try different techniques, and to get a better sound and intonation. Ethan is very talented!" Read more
Apollo Music

Apollo Music

New on Lessons
18+ years in business
Serves Plainfield, IL
Apollo Music, founded in 2006 and located in Aurora, Illinois, is more than just a music educational facility. They are deeply committed to not only teaching students to play instruments and voice but also to understand the profound intellectual and soulful pleasures music can provide. Apollo Music is an influential social and educational experience for students and families in the surrounding areas.
PM Music Center

PM Music Center

New on Lessons
42+ years in business
Serves Plainfield, IL
Founded in 1982, PM Music Center, based in Aurora, Illinois, has been serving the surrounding areas with top-notch music services. They specialize in the rental, sales, private instruction, and repair of school band and orchestra instruments. PM Music Center works with hundreds of school music programs and directors in the Chicagoland area, offering products from respected international manufacturers like Bach, Eastman, Jupiter, Pearl, Selmer, and Yamaha. Under new ownership since 2021, they continue to build on the strong foundation of providing high-quality and affordable music services.
Music & Arts

Music & Arts

New on Lessons
72+ years in business
Serves Plainfield, IL
Music & Arts, founded in 1952, serves the Aurora and Naperville, Illinois areas. As the largest chain of music stores offering lessons to beginner musicians, they are trusted nationwide by music educators and parents. They specialize in the sale and rental of musical instruments, audio gear, and accessories. Besides, they provide music-related supplies for all levels of musicians, and a full suite of repair services. Their institutional sales extend to school music programs across the US.
Stacey De & Company, School Of Performing Arts

Stacey De & Company, School Of Performing Arts

New on Lessons
37+ years in business
Serves Plainfield, IL
Stacey De & Company School of Performing Arts, founded in 1991, is a premier music and acting school in Lisle, Illinois. They offer a wide range of performing arts lessons including music, voice, piano, guitar, drum, saxophone, violin, and acting. The school is renowned for its personalized teaching approach, tailoring lesson plans to individual student goals. They've been a trusted source of family music lessons for over 25 years, inspiring students with their passion for music. As the largest music school in the area, they've aided thousands of students to start and excel in their performing arts journey.

Your Violin Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

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 Plainfield violin lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Plainfield area.
Sam D.
We love Ethan! In addition to being a wonderful person and a great role model for our son, he is an excellent violinist and teacher. It’s a joy to hear him playing with and spurring our son onto evermore complex pieces and techniques. We couldn’t recommend him more highly!
Lessons with Ethan Adelsman
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