Violin Lessons

Picking up Violin for the first time?

Looking to take your Skills farther?

You’re in the Right Place

Students come to me to develop a skill and leave with a sense of confidence and purpose.

My mission is to empower students to reach their goals through the pursuit of musical excellence. Whether they are starting violin for the first time, honing their abilities, or preparing for a career in music, I work with each student to develop the skills needed for success.

In lessons we lay a solid technical foundation through a combination of scales, exercises, and etudes. We build musicianship skills and healthy practice habits through studying great pieces, from Suzuki books and popular songs to the famous violin concerti.

I believe excellence empowers. Through violin lessons with me, l invite students to pursue excellence in violin-playing and see how it transforms their lives.

Return of the Violinists:

Relearning Program

Weekly classes starting October 1st and running through December 20th.

Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m.

If you learned the violin as a kid but haven’t practiced in years (or decades), this course is for you!

In three months, we will review theory and technical skills, cover the most common major and minor scales, explore familiar pieces, and build your confidence in learning new pieces on your own!

You’ll receive

  • Six hour-long group lessons (Oct. - Nov.)

  • Weekly step-by-step tutorial videos after each group lesson

  • 2 half-hour private lessons (Nov. - Dec.)

  • Access to the Facebook community

  • Final Group Performance (with optional solo opportunity)

Total price: $375

Adult Beginner Violin Jumpstart

Weekly classes starting October 2nd and running through December 20th.

Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Starting violin lessons as an adult can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be.

This 3-month program offers the beginning violinist a fun, relaxed environment for learning a new skill with friends. Participants can expect the lessons to teach the basic positions for playing the violin, note-reading, scales, and common pieces for the new player. In a group setting, we will engage in technique activities and play-alongs to support and encourage each other’s progress.

You’ll receive

  • Six hour-long group lessons (Oct. - Nov.)

  • Weekly step-by-step tutorial videos after each group lesson

  • 2 half-hour private lessons (Nov. - Dec.)

  • Access to the Facebook community

  • Final Group Performance (with optional solo opportunity)

New cohorts will be accepted several times per year.

Total price: $375

Advanced +

This program is for advanced and motivated students who will receive consistent mentorship through regular lessons, studio classes, performance opportunities, and audition and recital preparation.

Price: $399 per month

Scholarships available

Just Looking for regular weekly lessons?

Look No Further…

Beginner

  • Great for young children just starting their journey with the violin, particularly 6-8 year-olds or students with less than a year of experience. Lessons consist of posture exercises, one and two-octave scales, music theory and note reading (Essential Elements book 1), and repertoire (Suzuki books 1 - 2).

    Practice expectations: 10 - 30 minutes per day

  • $40 per lesson or $151.11 per month for weekly lessons September through May. Discounts available for paying a semester or year in advance.

Intermediate

  • Great for the progressing violinist looking to take their skills farther, particularly 9 - 14 year olds or those who have been playing for a year or more. Lessons consist of scales and exercises (Hrimaly scales and shifting/vibrato exercises), etudes (Wohlfart bow exercises), and repertoire (Suzuki books 3 and 4).

    Practice expectations: 30 minutes to one hour daily

  • $60 per lesson or $226.66 per month for weekly lessons September through May. Discounts available for paying a semester or year in advance.

Advanced

  • Hour length lessons are best for serious high school students or adults who are committed to their progress and may be considering studying music in college. Lessons consist of scales (Flesch scale system), etudes and exercises (Kreutzer etudes, Sevcik and Fischer exercises, etc.) and repertoire (concertos and solo Bach, other solos and ensemble music as needed). I place a strong emphasis on intentional practice strategies, excellent technique, and musicality.

    Practice expectations: 1 or more hours daily

  • $80 per lesson or $302.22 per month for weekly lessons September through May. Discounts available for paying a semester or year in advance.

Location: Sara’s Place

403 E Broadmor Dr.

Tempe, AZ 85282