Violin Lessons Cook County, IL

Instruments: Violin, Flute, Ukulele, Recorder

For beginners I like to start off with how to put the flute together. It can be confusing at first, but it isnt too terribly difficult. Next I like to move onto the student being able to produce a sound out of the instrument. Once we have moved on from making a sound, I will introduce notes. I can be flexible on what to teach based on where the students level is at. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Violin, Clarinet, Ukulele, Recorder, Fiddle

The first band I have been in was when I was twelve years old, playing clarinet in my local bandshell. I have performed in a large variety of settings including the NIU Wind Symphony, NIU Wind Ensemble, NIU Chamber Group, NIU Huskie Marching Band, and NIU Sinfonia. I also played clarinet with the Kishwaukee Concert Band, DeKalb Municipal Bandshell, and was principal clarinetist and ringer of the Illinois Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Electric Violin, Music

Hello! My name is Renee, I am a senior at Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois. I started in 2018 with a talent grant in violin playing and have performed with the WIU Symphony and Chamber Orchestras since then. I started playing the violin at 8 years old with no instructor. I have performed for weddings, nursing homes, church services, and other events. I will be graduating in July of 2023 with a Bachelor's in Violin Performance and will go on to audition to pursue my Master's degree as well. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Double Bass, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Oboe, Bassoon

For beginning students, I typically start with Hal Leanord's Essential Elements. Once the student has a grasp of their instrment and the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire and tecnique exercises. I will try to find out what the student is interested in to help guide my instruction and keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter the age or ability level. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Music

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More