Find a violin teacher in Raleigh, NC

Find violin teachers in Raleigh, NC

Find violin teachers in Raleigh, NC

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Find violin teachers in Raleigh, NC

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Top 10 violin lessons in Raleigh, NC

Students agree: these Raleigh violin teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Clayton School Of Creative Arts

Clayton School Of Creative Arts

5.0(3)
Top Pro
5 hires on Lessons
15+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Maria M. says, "Great music teachers. Best experience with voice, piano and digital recording lessons, my daughter is learning and improving her singing and piano every month, what I like the most is the friendly environment where my daughter is able to express herself choosing lessons that are not boring at all so she keeps interested at all times. Thank you Ms Dina, Mr Justin and Mr Tom." Read more
Azure Violins

Azure Violins

New on Lessons
Offers online services
6+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Did you take lessons when you were a child? Maybe your teacher was a strict, unbending tutor and you had to spend hours practicing making it an unbearable chore. This should not be anyone's experience! Music lessons should be fun and engaging, and should include music that the student loves, challenging them based on their interests! We believe that every musician should experience progress and feel “successful” from the very beginning.
Katherine Gilger Violin Lessons

Katherine Gilger Violin Lessons

5.0(2)
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Sarah F. says, "Katherine is a very effective and patient teacher. She focuses on establishing solid fundamentals before moving on to more complicated pieces of music. She consistently reminds students to practice not only the music, but also ear training skills, and movement exercises to improve the overall quality of the student's playing. Katherine is an excellent communicator and has a solid knowledge of the skills required to be a successful violinist. " Read more
Cary School Of Creative Arts

Cary School Of Creative Arts

4.9Exceptional(17)
5 hires on Lessons
15+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Herbert H. says, "Kam is an excellent instructor" Read more
Triangle Area Suzuki Talent Education

Triangle Area Suzuki Talent Education

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons
13+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Stephanie N. says, "I love Erika! She makes it fun and easy to learn as an adult. She is patient, encouraging, and kind with her feedback. I look forward to my lessons every week!" Read more
NC Strings Studio

NC Strings Studio

5.0(4)
Offers online services
6 hires on Lessons
6+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Emily L. says, "It's been about five weeks of lessons now, and Jacob has been very observant and insightful. Even using video calls, Jacob has been able to point out very helpful improvements to my hand and body posture. He has also been paying attention to the pace of my learning, and successfully balances fundamental training and engaging practice material. Great teacher." Read more
FALLS RIVER MUSIC

FALLS RIVER MUSIC

New on Lessons
Top Pro
15+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
We offer private 30-min weekly Music Lessons for a variety of popular Instruments, and have excellent professional Instructors with a passion for sharing their Musical gifts and knowledge with their students. Our instructors all have extensive experience as porfessional Musicians and many have Music Degrees as well. All of our Teachers have a genuine desire and passion for helping their students succeed and realize their musical goals. We are conveniently located in N Raleigh near the 540 with lots of parking, a comfy lounge with free WIFI, and instruments for sale and rental as well....
The Raleigh Music Collective

The Raleigh Music Collective

5.0Exceptional(6)
Offers online services
5+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
Josiah F. says, "I have not an ounce of musical ability, but I can recognize passion and talent when I see it. This program is 10/10. I would recommend it to anyone who is thinking about having musically inclined children." Read more
Violin And Piano Lessons Génesis Escobar

Violin And Piano Lessons Génesis Escobar

New on Lessons
Offers online services
24+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
My service stands out for a wide range of musical varieties which he taught, and musically he developed many musical genres for all kinds of events that students want to participate in. I love music, my experience is about more than 15 years teaching all people of different ages, my satisfaction is to see the Progress of my students and motivate them to have a great technique on the violin
Violin And Viola Teacher

Violin And Viola Teacher

New on Lessons
39+ years in business
Serves Raleigh, NC
1 hand position on the instrument 2 scales and etudes 3 musical plays and concerts 4 public perfomances Teaching

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 Raleigh violin lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Raleigh area.
Amanda T.
Our family has been very pleased with the enthusiasm of our instructor and the knowledgeable approach that is shared with our children. He finds their interests and uses those to help them succeed in what they are learning. We think it is a great place to learn something new and have fun!
Clayton School of Creative Arts
Cate F.
Katherine is patient and focused. She has had wonderful training and knows how to keep lessons enjoyable and productive. She is an excellent teacher!
Katherine Gilger Violin Lessons
Scott A.
Very practical approach for a adult student, gives materials and feedback, then lets me work through the process.
Cary School of Creative Arts
Abigail P.
My child is learning and likes to go to lessons.
NC Strings Studio
Lisa P.
We love Mrs. Blanton and the Raleigh Music Collective. She creatively pushes the kids to excel. She raises the bar and allows the kids to have fun while rising up. It's a lovely and fun program!
The Raleigh Music Collective
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