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Find violin teachers in Philadelphia, PA

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Top 10 violin lessons in Philadelphia, PA

Students agree: these Philadelphia violin teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Jake S. Violin Lessons

Jake S. Violin Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
7+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Dongyoung Jake Shim gained international recognition most recently winning a prize at the 2022 Zhuhai International Mozart Competition in Zhuhai, China. After winning 1st Prize and Bach Prize at the 2020 Stulberg International String Competition in Michigan, United States, he won a prize at the 2020 Irving M. Klein International String Competition in San Francisco, United States. Dongyoung was also one of the Laureates at the 2020 J. S. Bach Competition. In the upcoming season, Dongyoung will make his debut as a soloist with the Baltimore Chamber Orchestra and Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra. He also gave debut performances on three different co
Susan Salmon Music Lessons

Susan Salmon Music Lessons

5.0(3)
Top Pro
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Sandy S. says, "Susan Salmon is a skilled teacher and wonderful person. She taught at our music school in Philadelphia, North Ridge Music School for several years and our students and families adored her. Susan music seriously and is well versed in theory but able to translate her expertise in a form that is interesting and engaging to her students. She is reliable, loyal, dedicated, kind, authentic and excellent with young children through adults. We highly recommend her. It is rare to find a person with her level of experience as a professional musician and music teacher so dedicated to her craft and her students." Read more
The Soul Of Strings

The Soul Of Strings

5.0(3)
Offers online services
13+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Thomas says, "Azer is an outstanding violin teacher, passionate, knowledgeable and last but not least an amazing violin virtuoso who holds a Doctoral degree in Violin performance. Azer has played in some of the most important venues in the world and his reviews are on internally known newspapers. I really recommend to anyone serious about learning this beautiful instrument to contact him. " Read more
Lauren Torres

Lauren Torres

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Hello! My name is Lauren and I have been playing violin for 13 years. I am a molecular biologist currently working at the University of Pennsylvania, and I want to teach violin lessons. I have multiple years of experience tutoring English, math, microbiology, and genetics. I am especially interested in teaching beginners of all ages.
Italian Concert Violinist, Violin Lessons

Italian Concert Violinist, Violin Lessons

5.0Exceptional(9)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Diana C. says, "Lorenzo is great with my 6 year old son. He is fun to interact with, but also firm and sets high expectations, which is a teaching style that suits my son well. My son is learning very quickly with Lorenzo's instruction and is motivated to practice even when it's difficult. Lorenzo teaches both violin and the basics of music theory and notation. He has been flexible in scheduling lessons both in person (outdoor with masks) and online, which has been important during the pandemic and with winter weather. Highly recommended!" Read more
The Dream School

The Dream School

5.0(2)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Katie D. says, "Mrs. Shim is a talented teacher. Our two sons, who are 7 and 9, take piano lessons with her and both enjoy working with her. She is patient, but also challenges the kids as musicians and takes the time to understand their musical strengths and preferences, so that they enjoy the process. Although both of our kids are similar In age, they have very different learning styles and likes. Mrs. Shim manages to keep them both engaged and moving forward. Her customized approach for each child focusing on performance but also joy makes music a great success in our family!" Read more
Violin Lessons

Violin Lessons

5.0(4)
Offers online services
12+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Jon L. says, "Erica is a wonderful violinist and teacher. She is professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and has been so helpful to my son. The improvement I’ve seen in his violin playing in just a short time studying with Erica has been very impressive. I would highly recommend her as a teacher. " Read more
Elite Music Academy

Elite Music Academy

New on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
We provide a very high quality music education at very reasonable prices. All our teachers are experts in their instruments, and have had many years of teaching experience. Our students win competitions, and many are accepted into major conservatories and music schools. Our studios are equipped with grand pianos, and we have a large concert auditorium with a Steinway grand piano, where students perform several times a year.
Shannon Lee Violin Lessons

Shannon Lee Violin Lessons

New on Lessons
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Trial lessons
Violin Lessons Philadelphia

Violin Lessons Philadelphia

New on Lessons
Offers online services
21+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Thanks for visiting! I would love to teach you the violin! I work with all ages and levels of students; from beginners learning the basics to advanced students auditioning for conservatories. I have long lineage of studying with great violinists and teachers, without whom I would not be the performer I am today. It is with joy that I continue this teaching tradition and pass on these skills to my own students. My varied decades-long experience both performing and teaching has led me to develop an organized and thoughtful approach to teaching. Each student comes to me with unique goals and style of learning, so I craft personalized, flexible...

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 Philadelphia violin lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Philadelphia area.
Terry A.
Without a doubt Mrs. Salmon is one of the best music teachers in South Jersey! Mrs. Salmon is teaching my daughter to play the guitar. Right away my daughter started learning to play. My daughter was in the 4th grade and started playing with the 5th grade band. Mrs. Salmon is very patient and dedicated to her students. She is also very reasonable with her prices for lessons. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to play any instrument.
Susan Salmon Music Lessons
Lusmaia T.
If you are looking for a professional that will take your playing to a couple of levels above, look no further. Azer is an outstanding mentor and has positive worldview and inspires not only his students to do their best, but also his colleagues to improve their teaching skills by acting as role model and coaching them. And most importantly, Azer is a true gentlemen and great man. Definitely would give him more than 5 stars if I could.
The Soul of Strings
Andre Von H.
I’m not the prototypical student - an older adult with no musical experience - driven to finally play the instrument I love. I wanted (and needed) a superb instructor, and in Maestro Mazzamuto, I found him. A rare teacher whose traits include; humor, adaptiveness, curiosity, patience, imagination, and problem solving. My progress in 3 months has been impressive. Lorenzo is a highly capable teacher, and an immensely talented artist with an obvious passion for the violin. I strive for perfection and wanted an instructor who does too. If you’re serious about learning to play the violin, you’d be making a mistake by not contacting Lorenzo.
Italian concert violinist, violin lessons
Judy V.
Chris Oh is a very gifted guitar teacher. My son has learned so much from him and enjoys coming to his lesson every week and even enjoys practicing! The Dream School is a wonderful place to take lessons and the owners are a pleasure to work with. The recitals they have for the students are a perfect way to encourage playing in front of a group. Highly recommend the Dream School.
The Dream School
Dan H.
I was nervous to choose a teacher for my daughter as she was a beginner, but from the first lesson I could tell that she was in good hands. Erica has a high standard and encourages that in every lesson. Highly recommend her
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