Find a violin teacher in Portland, OR

Find violin teachers in Portland, OR

Find violin teachers in Portland, OR

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Top 10 violin lessons in Portland, OR

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Oregon Violin Lessons Or Online  For All Levels

Oregon Violin Lessons Or Online For All Levels

5.0Exceptional(9)
6+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
Robin W. says, "A great teacher of violin lessons. " Read more
Vancouver Strings

Vancouver Strings

Serves Portland, OR
I enjoy teaching. We have fun here. We perform twice during the year. We have a Christmas Program in December at the Pythian Home and have a recital in the spring. I love developing relationships with my students and watching them grow. I love what I do. There is a warm and enjoyable feeling in my home and a wonderful setting to explore learning to play. We also play together and this fall had a night when my students played duets, trios and quartets together it was great fun.
Victor's Music Workshop

Victor's Music Workshop

Serves Portland, OR
I had a master degree of performing art in violin and piano in Vienna. I teach violin and piano over 20 years. I teach in classical music method and inspire students to perform in recital.
Grand View Piano Studio

Grand View Piano Studio

3+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
Experienced coach. Students improved and achieved milestones over the years. The highest degree I have is a doctoral degree in piano performance. Have been in prestigious universities studying music and performance over 10 years and have taught as a full time teacher also over 10 years
Hansen Music Studio

Hansen Music Studio

13+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR
My name is Marla Hansen, I have my Master's degree in Collaborative Piano and I am also a professional violinist. I have been teaching for 10+ years and love working with students of all ages and abilities! I am a member of OMTA (Oregon Music Teachers Association), ASTA (American String Teachers Association), and SAA (Suzuki Association of the Americas). I am classically trained and provide theory, ear training, music history, and sight reading instruction along with teaching repertoire in my lessons. My goal is to help foster a lifelong love of music and help the student enjoy and be excited about every step along the way!...
Volha Hancharenka

Volha Hancharenka

Serves Portland, OR
Welcome to my classes, I am a professional musician, violinist, tutor in theory and violin lessons. For more than 15 years I have been telling adults and children how to play music, how to change the ear, how to play the violin beautifully and clearly, I help to improve their skills, make lessons understandable and interesting. If you have a goal - then we have achieved it together
Elisa Rega Music Lessons

Elisa Rega Music Lessons

12+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
I have been teaching for over 20 years and love to teach music. I have degrees from Oberlin Conservatory and the New England Conservatory of Music. My specialty is in teaching violin, viola, beginning keyboard, music theory, and beginning voice. My lessons consist of technique and general music training that include aural skills, singing, rhythmic internalization, and music theory. My lessons are a lot of fun because I have high standards, but also maintain a light hearted atmosphere. In addition to music, I am also a psychology researcher and have studied and published articles on the latest experimental education practices. So my lessons
Voice-Mentor

Voice-Mentor

19+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
Since 1982 accomplished instructor Gary Shannon offers voice and piano lessons to students of all skill levels. They differentiate themselves by offering online instruction, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with learning music. Voice-Mentor.com takes pride in its students' rapid progress towards their artistic and career goals.
Kevin Photographer Wedding Photography

Kevin Photographer Wedding Photography

6+ years in business
Serves Portland, OR & Online
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Lake Music

Lake Music

Serves Portland, OR
Lake Music, located in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a family-owned, multi-generational music store established in 1970. Known for their commitment to quality and personalized service, Lake Music provides music lessons, instrument rentals, and sales, along with a variety of music accessories and books. This long-standing local shop builds on its roots, delivering the products and services that their community needs.

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 Portland violin lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Portland area.
Taline C.
Not only is Ainur a beautiful violinist, but as a teacher she meets the student where they are and is not afraid to try different strategies she thinks will work best for your student rather than sticking to a rigid learning plan. She has a lot of patience but simultaneously high expectations.
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