VIOLIN & VIOLA LESSONSLESSONS
WITH CHEY
VIOLA & VIOLIN LESSONSLESSONS
WITH CHEY
Suzuki Certified Violin & Viola TeacherCheyenne Elwell
At 29 years old, Cheyenne is passionate about teaching and has maintained a private music studio since 2016. Miss Cheyenne learned violin primarily through the Suzuki Method, and was greatly impacted by her private teachers who taught her not only how to play the violin with beautiful tone but also how to be a kind and nurturing person. As such, she primarily uses the Suzuki Method in her own teaching to offer her students the same rewarding experience. For more details on Miss Cheyenne's teaching methods, click here!
Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA):
Registered Training Core Units
- Every Child Can!
- Violin & Viola Unit 1
- Violin & Viola Unit 2
- Violin & Viola Unit 3
- Violin & Viola Unit 4
- Violin & Viola Teaching Strategies
Besides playing the violin & viola, I love indoor plants (especially succulents!), writing music, baking, and crafting.
When I’m not teaching, I also have another life of writing & coffee blogging. If you’re ever in need of a new iced coffee recipe or a new baking idea, you can find my food & coffee blog here — Baked, Brewed, Beautiful. Happy Brewing!
PRIVATE LESSON DETAILS
New students receive a free trial lesson - schedule yours today!
Miss Cheyenne primarily teaches her students using the Suzuki Method. This philosophy of teaching encourages teachers to create a positive and nurturing learning environment, thus allowing students to thrive and grow as musicians and as human beings. The Suzuki Method also strongly encourages parental involvement (for ages 3-12), at-home listening of repertoire, and group classes to allow for even more musicianship growth. For additional information on the Suzuki Method, please visit the Suzuki Association of the America’s site here.
For adult students and for those who prefer to learn repertoire outside of the Suzuki repertoire, Cheyenne also teaches folk, fiddle, and other popular genres. She has a wealth of materials including contemporary and traditional violin & viola technique books to help you reach your individual musical goals. Lessons are ultimately centered around you, and she will work with you to help you get to where you need to be whether for personal, professional, or scholastic motives!
Here are some of the basics covered during lessons:
Ear Training: As part of the Suzuki Method, all students (whether Suzuki students or not) are required to listen to their current pieces at home on a weekly basis. Listening to the music repertoire helps develop students’ aural skills.
Music Theory: Students will learn how to read and compose music, score analysis, chords, relative major and minor keys, and more to provide them with a well-rounded understanding of music theory.
Repertoire: Tone exercises, scale patterns, etudes, articulation studies, and selections from music history will be used throughout lessons to provide a students’ with a diverse array of techniques.
Artistic Expression: Students are encouraged to express their artistic voice through a variety of improvisational exercises, musical games, and their usual repertoire.
After every lesson, each student will also receive a detailed lesson summary along with a practice assignment for the following week. Get in touch today to schedule your free trial lesson!
As a strong believer that everyone has the same potential to learn an instrument, Cheyenne offers violin & viola lessons to all ages. She teaches students of all ages from youngsters to adults and all of those in between. Her youngest students start as early as the age of 3 years old!
Cheyenne is also passionate about teaching people of all backgrounds and abilities. She has experience teaching the violin and viola to people with intellectual and physical disabilities, and has adapted her teaching methods to accommodate and welcome all people into her music studio.
In-person lessons are held at my home music studio in Issaquah, Washington. I am currently accepting new students interested in in-person lessons. All new students receive a free trial lesson to give you a sense of my teaching style. Please feel free to reach out to schedule your free trial lesson. Virtual lessons are also being offered— see below for details!
Virtual lessons are also offered via Zoom to accommodate anyone interested in taking violin or viola lessons from the comfort of their own home. A number of my students have been enjoying the ability to have lessons at home during this time, so they can continue to learn while feeling safe.
For virtual lessons, you will need a stable internet connection, a device with video capabilities, and an instrument. As there are many conveniences to virtual learning, I will continue to offer online lessons as an option beyond the pandemic. Get in touch today to schedule your free trial virtual lesson.
FAQ SECTION
- How do I set up a trial lesson?
- How long & how often are lessons held?
- Do you hold recitals & group lessons?
- What are your rates?
All new students receive a trial lesson free of charge to help give you a sense of my teaching style and to see if we’re a good for each other as music partners. I will also leave some time at the end of the lesson for you to ask any questions you may have about lessons.
Please contact me to schedule your free trial lesson today!
For students under the age of 5, lesson options include: 10 min, 15 min, and 20 min. For students 5 & over, 30 min, 45 min, and 60 min are offered.
Regarding lesson frequency, lessons are typically held once per week to allow for a student’s best chance of success (not too much material and not too much time in between lessons to forget things). On a case-by-case basis, two lessons per week may be offered.
Group lessons* and recitals in which students can learn from each other is integral to the Suzuki Method.
Regarding recitals, students will perform in one formal group recital at the end of the year. For the past two years, I’ve hosted a virtual recital due to the pandemic.
*As of right now, group lessons are on hiatus until further notice.
Lesson rates begin at $30, and go up from there depending on your desired lesson length.
Please contact me for accurate rates specific to your level & age.
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