Violin & Cello Lessons in Naperville, Illinois
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Our Approach to Violin & Cello Lessons
The string teachers at Musical Expressions have not only mastered the instruments themselves, but also the process of teaching them to dedicated and driven students. We encourage students to explore within our safe and supportive environment, while simultaneously developing a strong foundation of proper technique and execution. Violin lessons at Musical Expressions allow you to truly thrive as a musician.
Few instruments are as challenging or as beautiful as stringed instruments. Learning to play the violin, viola, or cello can be a true testament to dedication and skill alike. At Musical Expressions, we have a number of teachers on staff who can help students of all ages and experience levels master stringed instruments and develop their musical capabilities. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced musician, you’ll find that violin lessons at Musical Expressions in Naperville are both fun and rewarding.
Violin & Cello Lessons Should Be Fun!
The only thing sweeter than the sound of a violin or Cello is the experience students will have at Musical Expressions. 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 blends 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
At NAME, 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 Musical Expressions 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 & Cello Teachers:
Our string instructors come to you with unique backgrounds, ranging from concert performers to prestigious educators. Our teachers have navigated their own musical journeys expertly – and are dedicated to passing along knowledge and wisdom to the next generation of violinists and cellists. They do so by customizing lesson plans around the goals of their students and providing a well-rounded education upon which musicians can grow and develop.
We’re dedicated to helping you achieve your goals with violin lessons, allowing you to direct the paths we explore together. With no bounds on the creative expression we foster, you’ll quickly master your own sound on stringed instruments.
Svitlana Kmit
Violin
Svitlana Kmit Antons was born in Ukraine and has been playing the violin since she was seven. She received her education from the Lviv Musical College and one of the most prestigious
Jennifer Murray
Cello
Jennifer Murray has always had a love for music, and when she heard the Star Wars MainTheme demonstrated on the cello at eight years old, she knew that was the instrument for
Cassandra Tosh
Violin
Cassandra is violist and violinist from Indianapolis, Indiana, and is the principal violist with the Fox Valley symphony orchestra. She completed her master’s degree in music at Butler University studying viola performance
WEEKLY 30 MIN
$150
Month
30 minute lessons are great for learning the basics and building a strong foundation.
WEEKLY 45 MIN
$225
Month
Fit for both beginners & intermediate students who need more than 30 minutes.
WEEKLY 60 MIN
$300
Month
Longer lessons, perfect for motivated, intermediate or advanced musicians.
What you can expect
1. Tell us about your musical goals.
2. Match with one of our expert instructors.
3. Play music! Parents get progress reports.
Common Questions
Tim L. | Parent
“As a band director and published composer, I was particular in finding a musically-rich studio environment for my son. Well, we found it. Musical Expressions is a bright and cheerful enterprise providing top-notch instruction in a most musician-friendly way.”