Violin & Viola Lessons in Elgin, IL
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Our Approach to Violin & Viola Lessons at Music Education Center
Study a string instrument with our expert teachers at Music Education Center. Our teachers all hold university degrees in music, and structure private lessons around the student – working through repertoire from beginning to advanced levels.
Children can begin studying string instruments at the age of 4. Many of our students participate in other orchestral opportunities. Contact us to learn more about our strings program!
Violin & Viola Lessons Should Be Fun!
The only thing sweeter than the sound of a violin or viola is the experience students will have at Music Education Center. We pair the sophistication of these classic string instruments with an unwavering commitment to fun. We want each of our students to LOVE their music lessons!
Our teaching staff expertly blend a high standard of music education with a creative, student-focused approach that gives students space to discover and nurture their passion for music and the violin. Whether you’re looking to pick up the instrument for the first time or want to earn the first chair in your orchestra, our teachers are ready to help you progress quickly toward your goals – while having fun along the way.
We Emphasize Healthy Technique
Strong fundamentals are key to efficient, effortless playing and optimal sound. We teach students essential instrument care and set-up, tuning, healthy playing posture, bowing, and hand positioning. Our skilled instructors also take students through regular ear training exercises to foster the development of good pitch.
Additionally, we strive to ensure our students become literate musicians through lessons in scales, music theory, rhythm, and sight-reading. More advanced students will build a broader repertoire of technique, including vibrato, double-stop and chord playing; more advanced bow strokes such as spiccato, sautillé, and up-bow staccato; and other higher-level musicianship concepts such as phrase analysis and score studying skills.
We Care About Your Musical Interests & Goals
At Music Education Center, we are delighted to work with students of all abilities seeking to enrich their lives through music. Our teachers take an individualized approach to each student – underpinned by detailed individual assessments, a thorough and logical sequence of skill development and training, and one-on-one guidance throughout your musical journey.
Your experience at Music Education Center will be uniquely yours. Come and learn from our talented instructors, many of whom can connect you with performance and competitive opportunities, should you wish to pursue your craft on a larger stage.
Our Violin & Viola Teachers:

Dana Bellew
Violin & Viola (Virtual Only)
Dana studied music education at Illinois State University and received her BA in Performing Arts Management from Columbia College in Chicago. In addition, she received her BM in Music Education in 2013

Joanna Nerius
Beginning Violin & Viola (Online Only)
Violinist and music educator, Joanna is dedicated to helping students develop and refine their music. She graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in violin performance. Joanna has been teaching

Naomi Johnson
Violin & Viola (Beginning)
Naomi has recently joined MECA as a beginning violin teacher. She attends a local High School and has been involved in music for years. Naomi took and continues to take violin lessons

Claire Paolone
Violin & Viola
Claire recently received her master’s degree at DePaul University in Viola Performance. She was involved in DePaul’s Concerto Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, and 20+esemble. She received her Bachelors in Viola Performance from Northern

Diego Gomez
Guitar, Violin & Viola
Diego is currently a junior at Elgin High School and is able to teach violin, viola, and guitar! Diego’s main instrument is the viola, but he also practices and learns both voice

Melody Walker
Violin
Melody has been playing violin for 19 years. She began playing in private lessons and continued taking lessons throughout high school while also playing in the school orchestra. After high school, Melody

Daniel Vo
Violin
Daniel is a student at South Elgin High School and has a passion for teaching violin! He has been playing the violin for five years and has participated in numerous musical festivals

Krystina Belcina
Piano & Violin
Krystina has played both the piano and violin for more than 6 years. She has learned so much about expressing her creativity and love for music within her instruments and looks forward
We offer a variety of plans to fit your schedule & budget
We price our lessons based on the experience of the instructor.
High School/College
$95 / month
Beginning to Early Intermediate
Adult Teacher
$116 / month
Beginning to Advanced Intermediate
Degreed Teacher
$125 / month
All Levels
Masters Teacher
$135 / month
All Levels
What you can expect
1. Together we explore student musical goals.
2.We match students with one of our expert instructors.
3.Start attending lessons! Parents can receive progress reports each week.
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