Find a Teacher
Although some students have the wonderful opportunity to be part of a school orchestra, the addition of a private teacher is an integral part of learning to play the violin, viola, cello or bass. The teachers listed below are ones Henry knows and has referred with great results in the past. Please call or Email if you any questions about the teachers.
If you are a teacher and would like to be on our list, please send an email with your information.
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AMWolf Music Studio
VIOLIN
206 963 3462
www.amwolfpiano.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Bellevue, Issaquah, Woodinville, Sammamish, Mercer Island In-Home and In-Studio
Julia Adams
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-478-0099
jadamsmusic.com/
Seattle Area : Serving the North Seattle area for all ages and skills levels.
MWNW Adult Cello Choir
CELLO
(425)644-0988
www.musicworksnw.org
Eastside : Come join your fellow adult Cellists and share your love of music through collaborative ensemble playing. Meet second Tuesday of each month. Please contact Music Works NW for more information
Joanie Aman
CELLO
253-852-5398
Greater Puget Sound: Home teaching on Kent East Hill Renton, Kent, Auburn, Des Moines
Heather Anderson
VIOLIN
425-236-2142
Eastside : I offer lessons at my home in Bothell, and mainly teach beginning to intermediate students.
Raisa Asriyants
VIOLIN
(206) 313-4761
Seattle Area : Violin lessons for all ages and levels in Shoreline. I am an active as a soloist and chamber groups performer, teach private lessons and group classes, freelance with local orchestra, play and record with a group of folk singers in Seattle and Canada, and score music for full feature films. I possess a unique diverse skill set as a strings educator, which gives my students access to the full array of teaching techniques to realize their music potential.
Denise Ayres
VIOLIN
310.993.1320
youtu.be/XIu1US1f78c
Seattle Area : Ballard in-home Studio. Ms. Ayres' approach enables students to loosen and expand. She diffuses difficulty in playing, having keenly observed conductors and performers during her tenure with the NY Philharmonic. Students, from youngsters to elders, are often surprised at how their ease in playing comes to the fore. Ms. Ayres is consistently cited as playing "as though the violin is part of her body". This is what she teaches.
Alice Badgley
CELLO
206-420-9687
www.badgleycellostudio.com
Remote/Online: Eastside : Issaquah and Sammamish, all ages and abilities.
Ruth Marie Ballance
VIOLIN
(216) 496-1150
www.ballanceduo.com/Site/Ballance_Talent_Education.html
Remote/Online: Greater Puget Sound: Renton and Gig Harbor Wa Teaching violin students of all ages and abilities.
Jared Ballance
CELLO
(585) 415-7530
www.ballanceduo.com/Site/Ballance_Talent_Education.html
Remote/Online: Greater Puget Sound: Renton and Gig Harbor Teach cellists of all ages and abilities. Certified Dalcroze teacher, offering Dalcroze classes and workshops.
Melanie Barber
VIOLIN
425-269-5685
Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Snoqualmie and Maple Valley
Sheila Bateman
VIOLIN
425-831-7930
Remote/Online: Greater Puget Sound: Snoqualmie
Judy Beatie
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-793-0646
Remote/Online: Located in Renton. Retired Symphony violinist who specializes in nurturing young students. Learning music is fun at Mrs.B's! She turns learning to read musics (symbols) into an exciting game. Research is showing that playing music gives you brain a complete work out. Did you know that scientists can identity the brain of a professional musician?
Teo Benson
VIOLIN
(206) 755-9591
halcyonstringsmusicschool.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Ballard at 2839 NW 73rd St. 98117
Kerry Bollinger
VIOLIN VIOLA
253 632-2168
www.kerrybollinger.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Suzuki Registered. Also teach traditional methods. Specialize in cultivating a lesson strategy pulling from various methods to match the student's learning style. Teach both adults and children 4+. Willing to meet with students under 3 to discuss options.
Willie Braun
CELLO
520-360-0554
skyrosquartet.com/willie-braun
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: After completing my doctorate in music, I relocated to the Seattle area in September 2015. I am currently building a studio from my home in North Seattle, working with students of all ages and abilities. For my complete biography, please visit www.skyrosquartet.com/willie-braun.
Penny Bugne
VIOLIN
(425) 747-1469
Eastside : Bellevue
Andrew Bushnell
VIOLIN
206-940-4584
www.onesoundschoolofmusic.wordpress.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : One Sound School of Music Inc. Andrew Bushnell, Director. Online lessons available teaching Violin, Viola, and Erhu. Studio locations in Redmond, Bothell and Monroe. Andrew holds a bachelor's and master's degree in violin performance and teaches beginner to advanced, age 4 to adult.
Janet Button
VIOLIN
206-930-8346
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Lynnwood Violin Teacher, Suzuki trained, taking young children to adults
Myra Chaney
CELLO
415-710-4324
toltstrings.com
Remote/Online: Eastside : Ages 4 through adult. San Francisco Conservatory trained cellist with early childhood education training. Suzuki certified. My studio is located in downtown Carnation, easily accessible to Fall City, Duvall, Redmond, and Sammamish.
Kaleidoscope School of Music: Charles McCrone, Director
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
425-391-5881
kaleidoscopeschoolofmusic.com/
Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Issaquah, Maple Valley, Enumclaw. Violin, Viola and 18 other instruments.
Christie Chen
CELLO
917-912-0677
www.musicinstituteofseattle.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : A rare opportunity to study with a Juilliard trained concert cellist. I offer cello lessons in Issaquah and Redmond. Please contact me to schedule an interview audition to get started!
Yoojin Cho
VIOLIN
347.967.8743
yjchoviolin.wixsite.com/website
Eastside : I teach in Redmond, WA I provide a violin lesson at my home studio from age 4 to any ages.
Arlis Clarke
VIOLIN
425-397-3710
Greater Puget Sound: Mills Music studio in Monore, Washington Home lessons with special arrangements, Snohomish, Sky valley area.
Linda Collazo
CELLO
360-448-7160
Greater Puget Sound: I am currently accepting private cello students of all ages, beginning through advanced in Vancouver (Salmon Creek).
Katie Corcoran
VIOLIN
206.661.3521
Seattle Area : Greater Puget Sound: Capitol Hill, Seattle. I have teaching experience with young children, adolescents, and adults. I teach classical music, Irish fiddling, and Suzuki pieces. I love to help students find their own potential and discover the music that excites them.
Bridget Corrigan
VIOLIN
978-457-4245
http://www.seattlesuzuki.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Bridget drives to her students for in-home violin lessons. She travels to Seattle, Shoreine, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Bothell, Kenmore, Everett, Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue. Bridget is Suzuki certified.
Michelle Crumpler
VIOLIN
206.715.4536
www.michellecrumpler.com
Seattle Area : Greater Puget Sound: My main goal is to help students identify what about the violin moves and inspires them -- that's the best way to make music stick! All ages (kids and adults) are welcome at my Burien studio.
Carol Davidek-Waller
VIOLIN VIOLA
206 947 0286
Remote/Online: Eastside : Teaching in the Kirkland area and Mercer Island. I welcome both children and adult students. I teach Classical and Old Time Fiddle as well as piano and guitar. My home studio is now located in Redmond. I offer in home lessons as well as ensemble sessions.
Phillip DelaPena
CELLO
(253) 350-2027
Seattle Area : Greater Puget Sound: Kent, Auburn, Federal Way, Covington Will go to your home
Plateau Music Dennis Helppie
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO BASS
425 369-9333
www.plateaumusic.org
Eastside : 4532 Klahanie Drive SE Issaquah, WA 98029
Olga Dolgaya
CELLO
206 650 6145
Remote/Online: Eastside : I teach in my home in Bellevue.
Jeanne Drumm
VIOLIN VIOLA
617-285-1732
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Studios in Northwest Seattle, Tacoma, Auburn, Sammamish/Issaquah K-12, all levels, College students and Adults welcome who want to improve their technique and confidence Master’s in piano and strings, Doctorate in viola performance I like to incorporate physics, history, etc. into my teaching!
Amanda Fitch
VIOLIN
720-771-2264
www.amandafitch.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Leschi/Madrona/Central District Teaches beginning to intermediate children and adults. Preference if students are available to come to home studio. (Does make some exceptions).
Ricardo Flores
VIOLIN
314-319-9448
Seattle Area : Seattle, Capitol Hill, Bremerton, Tacoma. I teach students of all levels. I do not use the Suzuki method, but concentrate on the traditional methods. I specialize in preparing young students for competitions, and entrance into colleges and conservatories.
Mannfried Funk
CELLO
206-282-2777
Seattle Area : Eastside : Seattle / East Side I teach all ages and levels of cellists. I teach in my studio in Seattle and also travel to homes on the East Side once a week.
Elisabeth Gaines
VIOLIN
(520)329-9372
Eastside : Having taught privately for 20 plus years, I find successful learning for violin includes correct bowing techniques combined with motivation to play a piece of music that the learner at some point wants to perform in public whether its for family members, friends or large audience. To achieve this, exercise type books like etudes, scales, bowing books, advanced position will be utilized. Perhaps a bit old fashioned, but it works. I do try to make it enjoyable in the process, because if the element of enjoyment is lacking, learners of all ages lose interest. I am no Suzuki teacher, but do believe in the mother tongue approach to a point, as modeling is a very strong form of learning. For the beginner working on intonation, I play along quite frequently. I have a masters in Education so I do understand the process of learning and how each individual is unique, and customize my teaching to match the needs of each student to the best of my abilities. I have taught learners ages 12-90 and all levels. My own expertise in performing is more private. However, as a youth growing up in Seattle, I played in Seattle youth symphony orchestra for many years, so I also understand children wanting to compete and being part of some of the great orchestras in the area.
Nicole Gaucher
VIOLIN
206-453-3682
Seattle Area : My Ballard home
Aleida Gehrels
VIOLIN VIOLA
(520) 444-7002
www.aleidagehrels.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Professional violist offers viola and violin lessons from beginning to advanced students. Will travel to your home or teach in my studio on Columbia City.
Beverly Gilyeart
VIOLIN
206 789 8066
Greenwoodviolinstudio.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Greater Puget Sound: Studios in the North Seattle (Bitter Lake) area and South East Everett. Beverly has been teaching the violin for more than 30 years. She has developed a highly effective personal approach to learning this wonderful, albeit challenging instrument. She maintains a positive, fun atmosphere with clear, detailed instruction, and at the same time, never loses sight of the classical disciplines necessary to take your violin skills in whatever direction you choose.
Grace Gu
CELLO
425-485-4778
www.gracemusicstudiowa.com
Eastside : Professional cello instructor with the greatest passion and patient offers one on one teaching on weekly basis, willing to help any cellist from A to Z. Suzuki method for 4 years old and up. Serves on the east side, studio is located WA98072, Woodinville/ Bothello/Kirkland/Redmond area.
Sarah Hart
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO BASS
8326519494
Eastside : I teach out of my home in Carnation WA. Though violin is my primary instrument, I teach all four string instruments.
Stephanie Hellekson
VIOLIN
(206) 406 - 9216
Seattle Area : home studio - mt baker
Laila Hilfinger
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-601-4384
Remote/Online: Eastside : Studio located one mile west of Bellevue Square Mall, near Medina, Clyde Hill and Bellevue. Easily accessible from Kirkland, Redmond, Seattle and Renton via 520 or 405. I am also teaching online via FaceTime and Skype. Lessons for beginning and intermediate violin and viola students, ages 4 and older. I have worked with many Bellevue-area students as an orchestra coach at Medina Elementary, Clyde Hill, Chinook, Bellevue High and Interlake.
Lindsay Hills
VIOLIN
206-683-0870
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Lindsay teaches children ages 3-18 using a combination of different methods and repertoire. She draws a lot of concepts and material for her young beginners from the Suzuki Method. Lindsay has a Bachelors from the Eastman School of Music and a Masters from Carnegie Mellon University both in violin performance. She teaches at her studio in Magnolia at 25th Ave W and W Bertona St near Lawton Elementary. Currently also teaching via Skype and Facetime.
Alex Ho
CELLO
www.alexhostudio.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : I teach beginning to advanced students of all ages, all styles of music. Bothell, Kirkland, University District, Issaquah.
Emmy Hoech
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
206 818-2345
www.foothillsmusicacademy.com/
Remote/Online: Eastside : I teach at Foothills Music Academy in Woodinville. I teach violin and viola from beginning to the intermediate level and beginning cello and teach both kids and adults. I work with orchestras in the Northshore Schools and have worked with Cascade Youth Symphony's summer camps along with being a long time member of Orchestra Seattle. Lessons also available in the Bothell/Woodinville area.
Halsey Holt
VIOLIN
435-512-1483
Eastside : Studio located in Renton Highlands. I teach age 3 -103 and beginner through advanced. My training includes Suzuki teacher training, a bachelor's degree in Music Education, and over 16 years private teaching experience.
Yoojin Hong
VIOLIN
347-967-8743
yjchoviolin.wixsite.com/website
Eastside : I offer violin lessons from age 4 to any ages at my home in Kirkland. Please feel free to reach me if you have any questions!
Dr. Pei-Yun Hsiao
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-998-6063
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Beginners through advanced. All ages. Teaching the fundamental structure for instruments. Bellevue Factoria area.
Barb Hunter
CELLO
206-383-1147
barbhuntercello.com
Remote/Online: Greater Puget Sound: In-home teaching in Bellingham, lessons at my studio in Sedro-Woolley, or online lessons via Skype, FaceTime, or Zoom. serving the Skagit County area. I accept cellists all ages, all levels.
Karen Iglitzin
VIOLIN VIOLA
(206) 913-9929
https://www.kareniglitzin.com/
Seattle Area : Karen is a lifelong coach and mentor to teenagers. She has taught chamber music as a specialist in the high schools of Washington state since 1982, and is admired and trusted by scores of teachers, parents and students. She teaches Violin, Viola, Baroque and Jazz improvisation.
Judith Inkley-Beatie
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-793-0646
Eastside : Students come to my home in Renton, about 12 miles south of Bellevue. I have over 40 years of teaching experience, and previous students who are now teaching privately and in the school systems both here in Seattle and in Virginia. My training is from the old Russian School.
Scott Jacobson
CELLO
206-458-3604
www.edmondscellostudio.com
Greater Puget Sound: Edmonds. I enjoy teaching all ages, particularly Jr. High and High School through adult.
Patricia Jaeger
VIOLIN VIOLA
206 525 7682
Seattle Area : Home studio in Maple Leaf neighborhood of Seattle near U. of WA. College credit for harp through North Seattle Community College. Background: BM and MM Eastman School of Music. Received George Eastman Scholarship. Additional study in Munich 1 year with Concertmaster of Munich Philharmonic Orchestra and 2 solo recitals in Europe. Radio, television and Seattle Opera House appearances. Nine years private lessons harp with a former Harpist of Seattle Symphony. Teaches: all levels and ages violin and viola; beginning piano; harp to Upper Intermediate level. Directs volunteer youth Serenaders ensemble visiting elderly facilities, Childrens Hospital, etc. I love to teach those who love to learn music.
Cherlyn Johnson
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-433-1271
www.CherlynMusicStudios.com
Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Equipping and nurturing musicians of all ages to excel, engage, create and soar! Specialties: Classical, Improvisation, Worship. Studio at Kaleidoscope School of Music in Issaquah, and home studio in Maple Valley. Background: M.M. in Violin Performance from the St. Louis Conservatory of Music, B.M. North Park University; over 20 years teaching experience including Kenyon College and various other music schools nationwide; extensive and ongoing solo, orchestral and chamber music experience. My students have gone onto careers in music, as well as study for enjoyment!
Geoff Johnson
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-963-3930
Seattle Area : Eastside : I teach at my home in Kenmore, at Mills Music in Bothell, and at North Seattle Community College. Ages 4 to 84. Beginners to advanced levels.
Dr. Kelley Marie Johnson
VIOLIN VIOLA
319-400-7025
johnsonstringperformancestudio.musicteachershelper.com
Eastside : Dr. Kelley Johnson teaches violin, viola, group classes and chamber music in her Klahanie/Issaquah home studio. Students come from the greater Seattle, Washington area. Students in this studio tend to be focused and goal oriented students who want to improve their musical and technical skills in order to tackle youth orchestra auditions, school orchestra placement, all-state auditions, solo and ensemble competitions, and college auditions.
Teresa Jorgenson
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-737-0240
Remote/Online: Greater Puget Sound: I do lessons in your home in Snohomish County as well as in my studio located in Kennelly Keys on Evergreen Way. My FaceBook page is Singing Strings.
Angie Kam
VIOLIN
425-890-0105
www.kamviolinstudio.com
Eastside : Accepting violin students ages 3-18. Studio located in West Bellevue.
Emily Herdeman Kelly
VIOLIN VIOLA
8155190059
Eastside : Redmond / Eastside I am a registered Suzuki teacher and have experience teaching all ages and levels. I am currently accepting students age 3-17.
John Kim
VIOLIN VIOLA
www.youtube.com/channel/UCLe_OMqorf47ph03mo9DkdQ
Remote/Online: Eastside : JK Violin Studio offers private violin & viola instruction to students K - 12. Remote lessons via the Internet are also available to students located anywhere in the world. Acceptance is by audition in person/video. Private lessons; performance group classes; audition, recording & competition preparation; studio recitals. Please visit my studio website and YouTube channel. Email inquiries welcome.
Rebecca Kim
VIOLIN
425-233-7578
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Studied Violin Performance under Robert Lipsett at the University of Southern California and Ronald Patterson at University of Washington. Performed as a soloist with orchestra in multiple concert halls in Washington state, including Mark Taper Auditorium at Benaroya Hall and Meany Hall at the University of Washington, playing works such as the Brahms Violin Concerto and Mendelssohn Violin Concerto. Past students' accomplishments include concertmaster, principal and consistent seating such as associate and assistant concertmaster in youth symphony and school orchestra settings. I have consistently taught students who have not only excelled in orchestra, but went on to have a consistently bright future in leadership positions in other orchestra opportunities which stemmed from such accomplishments. I am very much looking forward to furthering any students' careers in a youth symphony and school orchestra setting!
Jiyeon Kim
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO BASS
425-289-8632
Eastside : Accompanist for violin, viola, cello and bass. I have been an instrumental accompanist for the Performing Arts Festival of the Eastside, Simon Fiset Competition for Strings, Seattle Young Artist Competition and King County Solo and Ensemble. Currently I am a choral accompanist for the Bellevue School District. My experience as an accompanist has been for more than thirty years in the Greater Puget Sound Area. I graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor and Master Degree in Organ Performance in 1993.
Mary Knoll
VIOLIN
(425) 347-3437
Greater Puget Sound: Mukilteo
Jen Kovarovic
VIOLIN
206-501-2125
www.suzukibythesound.com/
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : I am currently accepting a limited number of new and committed students who are between 3 and 5 years old. Lessons are held in the Madrona neighborhood of Seattle.
Todd Kovell
CELLO
425-205-5533
www.phinneymusic.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : Seattle, Bellevue, Woodinville, Bothell
Mariya Ksondzyk
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
360-888-2610
www.mariyastrings.com
Eastside : Location: Lynnwood and Bothell -Accepting students ages 5 and up! All skill levels are welcome. -BM and MM from The Boston Conservatory
Courtney Kuroda
VIOLIN
425-401-8486
BellevueSchoolofMusic.com
Eastside : Bellevue
Na Young Kwon
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-290-1380
Eastside : I teach students of varying ages and skill levels.
Lauren Lamont
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-941-1162
Greater Puget Sound: Violin & Viola. Certified Suzuki teacher,, teach ages 3+. Also teach traditional style lessons. My studio is in Mount Vernon, but I will travel to nearby areas (Anacortes, Bow/Edison, Arlington) if there are two or more students taking lessons in that area.
Diane Lange Jones
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
206-246-7886/206-660-8202
Seattle Area : I teach in Burien from my music studio. I've taught for over 30 years in the same location and teach violin, viola, all levels, all ages. I also conduct two youth orchestras - Normandy Park Youth Orchestra, and Normandy Park String Orchestra.
Mariah Larsen
CELLO
(206) 226-4017
mariahlarsencello.com/
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : I accept students of all ages and backgrounds, from a beginner level to a collegiate-preparatory level. I have been developing my teaching method for over ten years. My primary goal is to help my students understand the deep connections in themselves and between others that music can build. With the understanding that musical motivations are highly personalized, I work with each student to precisely define their goals and create a straightforward path towards achievement. My program is clear and concise, but highly adjusted for each individual. Starting with a strong foundation of technical work including scales, exercises, theoretical and note reading work, I ensure the optimal set up for each student to be able to play with confidence and comfort. I teach a variety of repertoire that is primarily classical, but I often supplement this with pieces from many other genres, especially any that the student has a particular interest in. I encourage all of my students to participate in group-learning environments, and keep them and their parents apprised of camps, competitions, and other performance opportunities available in their area.
Don Larson
CELLO
206-384-1123
www.seattlecellist.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Seattle and Kirkland/Bellevue. I teach All ages and levels
Megan Larson
BASS
2066012918
www.suzukistringsofredmond.com
Eastside : Greater Seattle and Eastside
Dr. Shiang-Yin Lee
CELLO
425-213-0681
www.eastsidecellostudio.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : Bellevue and Sammamish
Wendy Lee
VIOLIN VIOLA
(206) 933-6569
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Professional performing violinist/violist with more three decades of private lesson and classroom string teaching experience. Violin/viola students from beginning to advanced are welcome. I specialize in preparing students in to develop their abilities to successfully audition for their school orchestras, Regional/State Solo & Ensemble Contest, All State/All Northwest Honor Performance Groups, and Youth Symphonies. Usually, to make it easier for consistent, continuous lessons, I teach students in their homes, however, online lessons on FaceTime or Skype are available. Each online lesson is followed with detailed personalized notes to assist each student in their practices.
Zhen Lun Li
CELLO
206-364-9326
Seattle Area : Eastside : Seattle and East Side
Haiying Li
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-790-7681
Eastside : Shoreline and North Seattle.
Haiying Li
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-790-7681
Seattle Area : Eastside : Shoreline and Bellevue
Louanne Lotz
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-290-5119
lotzviolinstudio.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Louanne teaches in the Shoreline area in her home studio. Louanne teaches violin and viola.
Mark Lotz
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
(206) 802-8391
Lotzviolinstudio.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Mark teaches violin, viola, and beginning cello in his home studio in Shoreline.
Jordan Louie
VIOLIN VIOLA
(305) 978-9322
jordanklouie.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Greater Seattle, Eastside
Sylvan Lumsden
CELLO
860-922-4204
www.suzukistringsofredmond.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Eastside and Greater Seattle
Patricia Lyon
CELLO
425-736-7478
Eastside : Hello! I have a studio in Redmond just north of Redmond Town Center. I teach on Fridays and Saturdays. The age range is from 4th grade and up, welcoming adult beginners. I teach beginning orchestra in Lake Washington School District. My favorite lesson material is the Suzuki Method books.
Rinna Mai
VIOLIN VIOLA
215-833-0611
www.soundsync.academy
Remote/Online: Eastside : I specialize in teaching Classical Music. My pedagogical methods help beginners coming from no musical background to succeed and reach an advanced/professional level of required to play in local community symphonies, youth symphonies, attend international music festivals, and pass auditions into studios meant for the serious Classical professional track. All ages 3+ welcome!
Bryce Manifold
CELLO
317-697-9791
www.soundsync.academy
Eastside : Our most requested cello instructor Bryce believes a passion for music supplements multiple facets of life and he seeks to pass this passion on to his students. He graduated from Indiana University where he studied Chemistry, Music, and Mathematics. He is now pursuing his PhD in Chemistry at University of Washington while continuing his passion for music through teaching and playing with local ensembles. He loves playing and teaches a variety of music from baroque, romantic, to jazz, and pop. Bryce has been playing cello for 16 years and teaching cello for 11 years with students ranging from grade schoolers to adults.
Kaitlyn Marlow
VIOLIN VIOLA
4252146333
Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: I teach anywhere from beginners to intermediate in the greater Puget Sound and the eastside. I primarily teach either at my house or I can come to a location of your choosing.
Laura Martin
VIOLIN VIOLA
206.417.6201
lauramartinstudio.vpweb.com
Seattle Area : North Seattle, in-home studio. Violin and viola students of all ages, including adults. I offer Suzuki Method and traditional approaches with humor and care.
William Maxwell
BASS
206-276-7437
Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Everett/Lynnwood/Bellevue Kennelly keys stores where I have taught since 2002. BA in Music, professional musician. Studied with Robert Meyer, principal bassist BBC orchestra, Moscow Symphony.
Seth May-Patterson
VIOLIN VIOLA
712 204 9025
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Seattle, Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, North Bend, Snoqualmie
Danielle McCutcheon
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-462-0835
www.stringthyme.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: In-home lessons: Kirkland, Redmond, Woodinville, Sammamish, Bellevue, Renton, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Tacoma, Puyallup, West Seattle. Ages 5 and up. Over 35 years of teaching and performing experience. Member of Symphony Tacoma, Vashon-Maury Chamber Orchestra, and Vashon Opera Orchestra. Remote/online lessons available for all regions.
Lauren McShane
CELLO
541-517-8974
www.laurencello.com
Seattle Area : I teach cello in the Capitol Hill area of Seattle (don't worry there's parking!) I teach students technique fundamentals, rhythm, and musicality in a positive environment. All ages are welcome using a combination of Suzuki and other methods for a well rounded student.
Anika Meisel
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-434-5529
www.junipermusicschool.com/anika-meisel
Levels taught: Beginning-Intermediate Ages: All
Alyson Montez
VIOLIN
(206) 617-1110
Seattle Area : Seattle
BJ Montoya
VIOLIN
206-683-2732
bjviolin.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Greater Seattle within 5 miles of my Columbia City home studio.
Heather Morado
VIOLIN
(206) 579-9032
https://www.thumbtack.com/wa/seattle/piano-lessons-for-kids/heather-morado-violin-piano-teacher/service/157606613183136836
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Seattle - Queen Anne, Magnolia, and Belltown.
Cynthia Morrow
VIOLIN VIOLA
(360) 321-4132
violinviolastudioofwhidbey.com
Greater Puget Sound: Whidbey Island, including Clinton, Langley, Freeland, Greenbank, Coupeville. teach beginners through the most advanced on violin and viola.
Virtuoso Music
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-201-2000
www.virtuosomusic.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Greater Seattle and the Eastside Virtuoso Music provides In-Home lessons on all major instruments and voice for beginning and intermediate students, and your first lesson is free! Brent Elkins Director Virtuoso Music
Allegro Music Lessons
VIOLIN CELLO
206-779-9398
www.allegromusiclessons.com
Eastside : Eric Weber, formerly of Pacific Music now teaching at violin and cello at Allegro Music Lessons in downtown Redmond. 16320 Redmond Way (between Leary and 164th) Redmond, WA 98052
Music Works Northwest
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO BASS
425-644-0988
www.musicworksnw.org
Remote/Online: Eastside : Bellevue
4/4 School of Music
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
425-485-8310
www.44school.com/washington/kirkland.html
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Although we do not sell any instruments, we have several excellent instructors at both our Kirkland and Redmond locations.
Music Center of the Northwest
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO BASS
206.526.8443
www.musiccenternw.org
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : North Seattle
Bill Panks
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-681-2658
www.billpanks.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : I work with students aged 5 through adult, whether they are first-time musicians or students in the middle stages of advanced playing. In addition to offering classically-oriented training, I offer instruction in improvisation and non-classical genres of music for students who are interested.
Olga Paraschiv
VIOLIN
(425)749-2937
violinpianoteacher.com
Eastside : I teach on the Eastside. I specialize in teaching beginners, but had experience ( 9 years) with a wide range of ages and abilities.
Victoria Parker
VIOLIN
646-320-5015
www.victoriaparker.com/
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : I create personalized lesson plans and choose repertoire based on the goals and preferences of each student. I currently have openings for intermediate and advanced students.
Lizzy Pedersen
VIOLIN
425-780-8054
www.pedersenviolin.com
Remote/Online: Eastside : I teach ages 5-95. Beginners through advanced. Located outside of Mill Creek. I teach both Suzuki and traditional methods. We can develop a program together that will fit your or your child's needs. I have been teaching consistently for 5 years and am experienced at working with ages 5 and up, including adult learners.
Emily Ann Peterson
CELLO
424-CELLIST
www.emilyannpeterson.com, www.seattlecellolessons.com
Seattle Area : Fremont & Greater Seattle
Erika Pierson
CELLO
425-636-8651
Remote/Online: Eastside : Finn Hill/Kirkland
xiaojing pu
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-388-8521
Seattle Area : seattle
Joyce Ramee
VIOLIN VIOLA
253-230-2689
Remote/Online: Greater Puget Sound: SKYPE LESSONS AVAILABLE NOW! During the pandemic, I am happy to arrange private lessons on SKYPE. Call or email to get started now. I teach viola, all levels, age 13-adult, and violin, beginning/intermediate level, adults only. Live lessons available (when safe) privately in Seattle and through the University of Puget Sound's Community Music Department in north Tacoma.
Ruth Rector
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
206 349-2246
Eastside : Issaquah
Heather Marie Rehwald
VIOLIN VIOLA
(425) 399-4513
www.IonianFiddles.org
Eastside : I teach Viola and Violin, ages 4-400 in Bellevue and Sammamish. I am a Suzuki Teacher with 30+ years of experience. I offer Quality technique and musicianship in a nurturing environment. Private and group lessons are available weekly. Please read my website, then call to schedule an observation. Thank you for your interest.
Michelle Ji Young Rhee
VIOLIN
206-245-3389
Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Eastside: Factoria, Bellevue, Issaquah, Sammamish North: Lynnwood, Bothell, Mill Creek Prefers students with 2-3 years of experience Private lessons, small ensemble, orchestra preparation for SYSO and BYSO, preparation for PAFE (Performing Artists Festival of Eastside), various festivals and concerts
Alicia Rinehart
VIOLIN VIOLA
206 551-0500
Eastside : Bellevue
Darlene Rose/ Rose Music Studio
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
360-936-1069
Eastside : Carnation
Jason Sah
VIOLIN VIOLA
631-816-1998
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Seattle, Eastside
Terri Sandys
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
206-403-3839
Eastside : Edmonds, Shoreline, North Seattle and Woodinville
Theresa Sauvage
VIOLIN
415-735-1624
www.studiosauvage.net
Remote/Online: Eastside : I hold degrees in violin performance and Kodaly pedagogy. I have a studio on North Mercer Island where they offer violin and musicianship/music theory lessons.
Greg Savage
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-313-0551
Eastside : I teach in the eastside at Music Works Northwest (425-644-0988). Currently I accept students from age 7 on up up to adult.
4/4 School of Music
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO BASS
425-485-8310
www.44school.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : 7 Locations: Seattle, Kirkland, Redmond, Renton, Bothell, Lynnwood, Everett
Rebecca Schroeder
VIOLIN VIOLA
206 902-6143
www.rebeccaschroeder.com/
Seattle Area : Instruments: violin, viola, piano and voice Location: I teach in my studio on Bainbridge Island. I teach all ages, abilities, styles and love to work with your inspiration.
Linda Scott
VIOLIN VIOLA
206.363.6351
http://www.seattlestringstudio.com
Eastside : NE Seattle
Ervin Luka and Amber Sesek
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-219-8014
www.sesekstringstudio.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Eastside : Looking for high quality, fun and engaging music lessons north of Seattle? At the Sesek String Studio we have just about everything "string" under one roof: Violin, viola, chamber music, music theory, audition preparation, and college advising. Our students, age 3 to adult range from very beginners to pre-professional and everything in between. SSS is proud that several students from the studio continue to further their musical education at the college level and receive scholarships from well known schools such as Stanford, Rice ,Carnegie Mellon, Boston and many more. Instructors Ervin Luka Sesek and Amber Archibald-Sesek ensure you or your child receive a complete music education within a robust community.
Lucy Shaw
VIOLIN VIOLA
713 201-9561
Eastside : Greater Seattle and Eastside.
Haeyoon Shin
CELLO
253-709-0367
www.haeyoonshin.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Eastside - Bellevue/Kirkland Accepts students of all ages and levels - can train for auditions (competitions/school auditions/orchestral auditions). Please visit website for bio and more info.
Jiho Shin
VIOLIN
2067071245
Eastside : I'm a student teaching beginning-intermediate violinists (grades K-12) for a low price at my home in Bothell, WA near North Creek High School. Please contact me by email for lesson planning and tuition.
Julia Siegl
CELLO
206.579.9432
www.gigmasters.com/cello/seattlemodernstrings/
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: Greater Seattle and Eastside as well as Tacoma.
Dori Sippel
VIOLIN VIOLA
425 739 0716
Eastside : I am located in Redmond and convenient to Kirkland, Bellevue, Woodinville. I bring more than 35 years professional experience to my teaching, from orchestra to opera to quartet, from Los Angeles to Italy. This infuses my teaching with a flavor, depth and knowledge that can only be obtained through experience itself. I am certified to teach music by the Board of Regents of the State of New York; my Curriculum Vitae is available upon request. I welcome beginners and students 8yrs and up.
Jennifer Sokol
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-459-4816
sokolviolins.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Accepting beginning to advanced students from Shoreline, Seattle, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Bothell, Kenmore, and Kirkland. Lessons are held in my home in Shoreline, conveniently located near the freeway. I also offer remote lessons via Facetime.
Angela Sokol Russell
CELLO
425-750-7024
Eastside : Edmonds, Lynnwood Everett
William Spengler
CELLO
425-417-1881
Remote/Online: Eastside : I teach from my studio in Medina.
Laura Srebnik
VIOLIN
206-293-1195
Seattle Area : Eastside : Kenmore, Bothell, Lake Forest Park
Seattle String Studio
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-363-8351
seattlestringstudio.com
Seattle Area : We are Shari Link and Linda Scott at Seattle String Studio in Lake City. We teach violin and viola lessons ages 5 through adult. We also have group classes for our students. Our fee is $30 for 30 minutes, $45 for 45 minutes. $60 for one hour.
Island Strings
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO BASS
islandstrings.com/teachers/
Greater Puget Sound: Island Strings is a network of strings teachers located on Whidbey Island, Washington. Founded in 1974 by Linda Good, Paula Pugh, and Linda Morris, Island Strings provides instruction on violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, piano, recorder, banjo, dulcimer, and harp. Island Strings students can take private and group lessons, participate in masterclasses and workshops, the Gold Note Festival, the Young Artists Concerto Competition, and studio recitals.
Jane's Violin Studio
VIOLIN VIOLA
802-272-0073
www.jaeinshin.webs.com
Seattle Area : Studio: 3323 E Harrison St. Seattle,WA 98112 Dr. Jaein Shin received Bachelor,Master, and Doctorate degrees in violin performance and education from Yale University and UW. Jaein performed solos at Carnegie Hall and Benaroya Hall, and often performs live on national television and radio. She also played both as a concertmaster and a soloist with many orchestras such as Seattle Philharmonic. Jaein taught at Yale University, Bellevue HS and teaches violin and viola.
Elizabeth Stuen-Walker
VIOLIN
(360) 671-4589
Seattle Area : Bellingham
Alexandra Stump
VIOLIN
9089678063
Seattle Area : Hello! My name is Alex and I will be moving to the Seattle area this summer (~August 2022). I have taught ages 5-59 and primarily use the suzuki method. I primarily teach complete beginners and intermediate students, but I have had many advanced students as well. I have been teaching since I was 14 years old at summer camps, and have been teaching privately since then for over 9 years! I studied Biopsychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara and am studying to go to medical school. In my free time I love to teach violin, and enjoy being a mentor for children of all ages.
Scott Teske
BASS
206-659-5575
Seattle Area : Seattle, Wallingford/U District/Greenlake area Classical, jazz, tango, latin and folk music lessons for young musicians and those young at heart.
Kristin Tetuan
VIOLIN VIOLA
4252818312
Eastside : I teach out of a performing arts studio on Snoqualmie Ridge called Big Star Studios. I was hired to spearhead their string program. I am actively seeking more private string students as well as string youth looking to be a part of a brand new chamber music program at Big Star. In addition to this, I am starting a small adult chamber orchestra! If any folks in Issaquah or Snoqualmie Valley are looking to avoid the commute into Seattle to play, contact me!
Laisha Thompson
VIOLIN VIOLA CELLO
425-312-3231
www.stringsplay.blogspot.com
Eastside : If you would like to learn the violin, viola, or cello, StringsPlay Studios has a sweet setup! I received my degree in violin performance from DePaul University and went on to perform in concerts with the Bangkok Opera, Bangkok Symphony and other orchestras, as well as giving public recitals. In addition to performing, I have taught for over ten years - during which time I worked as the Head of Strings at the Regents School, a prestigious international prep school in Bangkok, Thailand. My students have gone on to study at institutions such as the Royal Academy of Music in London, England and to play with the Bangkok Symphony. Locally, I have students playing at all levels in the BYSO orchestras. I am currently accepting students of all ability levels and ages at my private studio in Kirkland (Kingsgate area). Each month, students will be given three private lessons followed by a monthly masterclass. Lessons can vary in length depending on the student, and are taught weekly. Please review my website for more information, and call to set up a time to interview/audition for a place in the studio.
Megan Titensor
CELLO
4357645051
www.MeganTitensor.com
Seattle Area : I teach at my home studio located in Southeast Seattle, just off of Othello St. in Rainier Valley. It easy access from Columbia City, Seward Park, Beacon Hill, West Seattle, Burien, and Renton. I am a Suzuki cello teacher accepting students ages 4+, beginner, intermediate, and advanced. I also enjoy working with adult students.
Noah Trescott
CELLO
503-437-3204
Seattle Area : Located in Queen Anne
Venus Tsai
VIOLIN
venustsai.com
Eastside : I teach all kinds of ages that have PASSION for MUSIC in Mill Creek!! Welcome To Venus Studio. I believe we will have AWESOME time together. Looking forward to yours VIOLIN JOURNEY!! You can see me on the cover of Greet Mill Creek Magazine Feb 2023: greetmag.com/locations/mill-creek-magazine-wa/articles/-6e162b/
Art Tsaturian
VIOLIN
(425)603-0637
Eastside : Bellevue
Tally Turner
VIOLIN VIOLA
206.403.1765
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Seattle and Eastside
Suzanna Turpin
VIOLIN
2063959726
Eastside : In my home, northwest Bellevue. I have a Master\'s in Violin Performance and am a trained Suzuki teacher. My students range in ages from 4-15 in all levels and include non Suzuki materials.
Evan Uebelacker
VIOLIN VIOLA
425-802-7424
www.evanuebelacker.com
Seattle Area : Eastside : Violin and Viola teacher offering in-home lessons throughout the Eastside and North Seattle areas. Primarily Suzuki method, supplemented with many other materials. Age range of current students is 3-13 though all ages and skill levels are welcome! B.M. The Boston Conservatory; M.M. The Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University.
Renton Violin Studio
VIOLIN
8652214186
www.rentonviolinstudio.com
Remote/Online: Seattle Area : Greater Puget Sound: Renton Violin Studio is a local music school. It provides violin lessons for kids, beginners, and adults. The instructor, Yu-Ting Huang, has 12 years teaching experience, earned a doctor degree in Violin Performance, and a current first violin in Northwest Symphony Orchestra (WA) and Bozeman Symphony (MT), a member of Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA).
Jordan Voelker
VIOLIN VIOLA
Seattle Area : Ages 5 to adult, beginner to advanced. Studio in Shoreline. I combine a mastery of traditional repertoire and technique with an openness to exploring different styles and finding what works for each student. I bring energy, positivity and support to my lessons to encourage progress and spark inspiration.
Elena Vukosavljev
VIOLIN
425 516 8135
Eastside : Near downtown Redmond. Available every day in week from 2.00PM till 7.00PM. Lessons in English, French and Serbian. Familiar with Russian and French school of violin, also using the Suzuki method. All levels. First lesson free
Lan June Wang
CELLO
425-802-9297
Eastside : Mercer Island. Accepting students 1st grade through High School.
Judith Webb
VIOLIN
425-830-9685
Eastside : Redmond area violin/viola teacher, music degree, very experienced, Youth Orchestra coach, Suzuki and traditional approaches used. Prefer ages 6yrs to adults.
Eric Weber
VIOLIN CELLO
206 779-9398
Eastside : Redmond Duvall
Patrice Weed Shearer
VIOLIN VIOLA
425 392 5489 or 425 260 8954 (c)
Greater Puget Sound: Beginner through Advanced, all ages. Studios in Sammamish, Everett, and South Whidbey Island. Concertmaster, Everett Philharmonic Assoc. Concertmaster, Saratoga Chamber Orchestra (Whidbey Island)
Eli Weinberger
CELLO
(206) 794-1176
Seattle Area : My studio is located in NE Seattle (Wedgwood) 10 minutes from the University District. I teach students of all ages and abilities.
Sharon Wherland
VIOLIN
206-307-2318
www.wherlandsuzukistudio.com
Eastside : I teach beginning to advanced students, children to adults out of my home studio located in Redmond. Please visit my studio website for more information.
Cheryl Whiteside
VIOLIN VIOLA
206 784 2907
Seattle Area : North Seattle
Stuart Williams
VIOLIN
206-437-8150
www.LearningMusician.com/StuartWilliams
Seattle Area : Eastside : Greater Puget Sound: I teach Traditional Fiddle music to beginners through professionals. Emphasis on style and repertoire, ear training and theory and having fun. Seattle, Bainbridge Island and East side. I do home visits as well as teaching at my studios.
Carolyn Willis
VIOLIN VIOLA
(425) 941-8436
www.carolynwillisviolin.com/
Remote/Online: Eastside : Bellevue location - Bridle Trails area. Close to 405/520 Interchange. I take beginning through college. I use traditional methods (no Suzuki) we learn to read notes and count right away. I believe in enjoying music and learning the joy of hard work . I work with serious students. I can help you if you are struggling in school, but you will have to work for me. I have an undergrad and masters in performance (Whitman College, UW) and more than 20 years experience teaching. My students play in SYSO and BYSO. I am currently on MITC staff. My major teachers have been mostly Russian trained. I understand that not everyone who wants to play well wants to do this for a living. When we meet, tell me your goals and we will make a plan to get you to the level that you want to be playing at.
Ashley Wright
VIOLIN VIOLA
253-267-2063
sites.google.com/site/wrightashley73/wright-string-studio-llc
Greater Puget Sound: I teach out of my home in Buckley. My students come from Bonney Lake, Auburn, Enumclaw, Wilkeson, and Puyallup. I specialize in teaching private violin and viola lessons to kids aged 4 and up.
Ryoko Yamamoto
VIOLIN
917-575-9348
Seattle Area : Seattle-Magnolia
Wendy Yee
VIOLIN VIOLA
(425)427-6590
Eastside : Far Eastside = Issaquah, Sammamish, Fall City, Snoqualmie, Redmond,
Fran Yost
VIOLIN VIOLA
206-604-1080
Remote/Online: Eastside : Belleview, Kirkland Redmond, Bothell, Mill Creek, Kenmore. All age groups, beginners to advanced.
Ji Youn
CELLO
425-773-6479
Eastside : Bellevue, Redmond, Issaquah
Alexandra Zhu
VIOLIN
4253943777
highlandsviolin.simplesite.com/
Eastside : Issaquah Highlands - I have 28 + years of solid violin teaching experiences. expert in Suzuki method and classical violin teaching. more than 15 years of Orchestra and Chamber music playing. I can travel to your home in the Issaquah Highlands area.
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