Children's Violin Lessons

Yes, we can chat by FaceTime or in person so you can ask questions and discuss your interests.

I’ve been teaching for 24 years and accept students from ages 8 and up.

Options are 30, 45, or 60 minutes for both studio lessons, and and in-home lessons.

I strongly suggest 30 minutes as a starting point for beginners.

I teach a variety of styles but include a focus on classical training to ensure good progress in all types.

Students will progress far more quickly in an atmosphere of discovery and exploration, rather than rote learning. There is great benefit to be derived from the long-standing and proven classical basics, but I also focus on showing your child how to practice between lessons. More progress will usually result from shorter periods of careful quality practice than will from an overfocus on sheer volume of practice. The critical factor is that the teaching needs to be customized for each student based on mutual discovery and assessment of your child's cognitive style of learning.

A violin in good working order, a violin case, music stand, violin rosin, bow, and a few music books I'll suggest during your free consultation. I'll provide you information on where to rent quality instruments that are properly sized for your child as well.

My current in-studio rates are:

• 30 minutes = $45

• 45 minutes = $60

• 60 minutes = $75

​In-home tutoring rates (Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth)

• ​30 minutes = $100

• 45 minutes = $125

• 60 minutes = $150

Lessons are weekly on the same day and time and are billed a month in advance.

Payment options are cash, check, or credit/debit card.

One parent or legal guardian must be present during the entire duration of the lesson for any student under the age of 18 for both in-your-home or in-studio lessons.