Find a violin teacher in Virginia Beach, VA

Find violin teachers in Virginia Beach, VA

Find violin teachers in Virginia Beach, VA

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Find violin teachers in Virginia Beach, VA

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Top 10 violin lessons in Virginia Beach, VA

Students agree: these Virginia Beach violin teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
JMJ STRING STUDIO, Llc Located In HONOLULU, HAWAII

JMJ STRING STUDIO, Llc Located In HONOLULU, HAWAII

5.0(4)
14+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Maria Cecilia M. says, "Teacher Jean-Michel is an amazing viola/violinist and teacher who walks you through the technicalities of playing but still inspires you to love the music! He is amazing, very patient, but challenges you when you need it! I am blessed to be his student all these years!" Read more
Symphony Music Academy

Symphony Music Academy

5.0Exceptional(6)
3 hires on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Lisa says, "Georgina is amazing!" Read more
Catherine Evergreen

Catherine Evergreen

5.0Exceptional(11)
29 hires on Lessons.com
16+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Susan Marie C. says, "Catherine is laid back and our girls are comfortable with her and really enjoy their lessons and the simplicity in the way she instructs them. In fact one of the girls stated she only wants Catherine to teach her the violin." Read more
Clete Davis

Clete Davis

4.9Exceptional(10)
50+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
David says, "Clete is very easy to work with and does a good job of being patient with the student!" Read more
Garden City Innovations

Garden City Innovations

5.0Exceptional(49)
41 hires on Lessons.com
13+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Tori D. says, "They were very accommodating and easy to work with. My son’s instructor was very easygoing and made my son feel at ease." Read more
Cih Strings Studio

Cih Strings Studio

5.0Exceptional(5)
11 hires on Lessons.com
34+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Angela T. says, "My daughters have been working with Ms. Chris for two years now. She has been great! I appreciate how she makes the lessons fun for the girls and sends them home with "homework"- which keeps them ahead of their school music class." Read more
Zachary Hamilton Music

Zachary Hamilton Music

5.0Exceptional(9)
Online now
2 hires on Lessons.com
6+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Adam K. says, "In just a handful of online lessons he has helped me improve my tone and technique exponentially. Excellent at tailoring lessons based on the student's skills and areas of struggle." Read more
Certain Music

Certain Music

5.0Exceptional(6)
Top Pro
71 hires on Lessons.com
48+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Larry L. says, "I am an adult, learning the violin for the first time in my life and could not asked for anything more from Dr. Certain. I am very pleased with the process. " Read more
Rowan O'Neal

Rowan O'Neal

5.0Exceptional(6)
24 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Brandon P. says, "Rowan is a wonderful teacher! He is patient and is great about focusing lessons on the specific needs of the student, whether it be intonation, bowing, rhythm, etc. One thing that I really appreciate is his ability to articulately explain music theory and it’s relationship to the music we play and the techniques we focus on. With his help, in just two months my intonation, bowing confidence, and rhythm have improved dramatically.!" Read more
Madeleine Gendron

Madeleine Gendron

5.0(2)
13 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Roger S. says, "Madeleine is a fine instructor and I'm making the progress I had hoped for." 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 Virginia Beach violin lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Virginia Beach area.
Myrna L.
Teacher Jean-Michel Jacquon of JMJ String Studio, LLC is a great teacher. I enjoy every lesson I have with him. He makes me feel at ease and relaxed. I would recommend him to those looking for a violin teacher.
JMJ STRING STUDIO, llc located in HONOLULU, HAWAII
Christine V.
Ms. Bruckner is very kind and patient with my kids. We have seen a tremendous improvement in their piano skills in such a short period of time, and couldn’t be happier. Ms. Bruckner truly cares about her students, and that makes a big difference.
Symphony Music Academy
Karen R.
Catherine is easy to talk to , extremely helpful, and is ready to begin lessons with me! Catherine is a great listener as well.
Catherine Evergreen
Aby T.
Mr. Clete is a very good violinist and a good teacher. My daughter really likes his way of teaching. He gives a lot of background information about music, violin, violinists and various types of music around the world. This helps my daughter interested in the class. He is also on time and is very patient.
Clete Davis
Jocelyn L.
He is an excellent teacher. Very knowledgeable and makes learning an instrument fun. Great with kids and has a true passion to teach.
Garden City Innovations
Faith K.
Ms. Heins is a nice and understanding teacher. She gives some freedom to choose songs you would like to play. She teaches good methods.
Cih Strings Studio
Wanming S.
Mr. Zachary Hamilton is very professional and patient. His instructions are very detail and helpful.
Zachary Hamilton Music
Theresa E.
Great instructor. My daughter looks forward to her lessons with Dr. Certain.
Certain Music
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