I offer violin lessons for all levels and abilities: beginners + intermediate + advanced players

Beginners can start as young as three (dependent on temperament and parental involvement.)

Private violin lessons are held in my Northbrook home studio, and can also be held virtually, as appropriate.

I teach on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Lesson lengths are determined by: student's age + playing level + ability to focus.

General guidelines:

30 min lessons: Suzuki book 1

45 min lessons: Suzuki books 2-3

60 min lessons: Suzuki books 4 +

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For best private violin lessons' results,

SUCCESS = TEACHER + STUDENT + PARENT

If any part of the team disengages, everyone loses!

MY JOB: Teach parents/students everything they need to know

Absolutely NO previous musical experience is necessary!

STUDENT: Commit to regular practicing

PARENT: Communicate with me/support lessons at home

• Younger students: Parents attend lessons/become "helper teachers" at home

• Older students: Parents' role becomes more supportive; less hands-on

Consistency of practicing: DAILY practicing promotes muscle memory in violin lessons for all levels!

• regularity of practicing is even more important than quantity

Stay organized: create dedicated space for practicing

• all essentials (music stand, pencils, metronome, music, etc.) should be ready & waiting

• practicing area must be visible (out of sight = out of mind!)

Parental support: although the type/amount of support varies, parental support is always required

• if parents show that violin is a priority, then kids will respond accordingly

Listen to violin music/attend concerts: one of greatest ways to learn is through osmosis

• pro tip: listen to music in the car

I am deeply committed to Suzuki's vision that music education can unlock the human potential in every child.

“Music exists for the purpose of growing an admirable heart.”

"We must educate from the inside." - Shinichi Suzuki

My North Shore violin lessons incorporate a "modified Suzuki approach," meaning Suzuki plus more! By synthesizing various noteworthy methods and interspersing my own tricks of the trade, I offer students a comprehensive blend of expertise.

My musical journey was guided by mentors who offered me the greatest gift one person can bestow upon another — the unwavering belief that I “could do it.” I am now passionate about paying it forward to the next generation, grateful to offer violin lessons for all levels of students, that inspire positivity and touch the future.

The longer I teach, the more I develop a deeper understanding of the violin, of music, of why we play, and of human nature. There is no greater teacher than teaching itself, and I look forward to keep unveiling the magic of the violin during each and every one of my North Shore violin lessons at Goldberg Violin.

BILLING SYSTEM:

• Decide on appropriate lesson length for student

* Pricing information will be provided at that time

• I only bill for lessons taken - NO packages or sessions required

• Billing statements emailed at the beginning of every month

* Payments appreciated within 14 days via cash or Zelle

STUDIO POLICIES:

• In violin lessons for all levels, weekly attendance / practicing is necessary

* Over the summer, my teaching schedule varies to accommodate camps, family trips, etc.

• For schedule conflicts, please notify me ASAP, but no later than 24 hours prior to absence

* I will always try to rearrange lessons for scheduling problems due to doctors' appointments, school/extracurricular commitments, etc.

* If less than 24 hours are given, or if a lesson is skipped accidentally, parents will still be charged for that date (emergencies/sudden illnesses excluded, of course!)

• Arrive on time, with all materials - I can't be as effective without your books, your shoulder rest, etc.

• Text me if student is running late - the lesson will still need to end at its regular time

• If student / parent is ill, please do not attend the lesson in person

* Kindly cancel the lesson, or ask to meet virtually — online lessons are highly effective! (And I will notify you about germs on my end too.)

• I am always available between lessons to answer questions / provide further guidance

* Please don't wait a week to ask what I can answer today!