Ilena Pena
Explore Baroque violin with a passionate teacher who adds a unique Cuban-inspired flair to every session




Private lessons - Ilena Pena
Bachelors degree
$34
$32
/ hour
About your violin teacher
As a seasoned violin tutor with over 9 years of experience, I'm Ilena Pena, holding a Bachelors in Music & Sound Engineering. Specializing in violin, my expertise lies in various areas such as Bow Techniques, Ear Training, and Violin Repertoire. I offer personalized lessons for students at all levels, from kids to adults, ensuring a tailored approach to each individual's learning style and needs. My teaching style focuses on developing essential skills like Finger Placement, Music Theory, and Posture, while also nurturing creativity and musical expression. Through a mix of practical exercises and theoretical knowledge, I aim to make learning the violin engaging and rewarding for my students. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, I'm here to guide you on your musical journey and help you unlock your full potential on the violin. Join me in exploring the beautiful world of violin music, honing your skills in Sight-Reading, Scales, and Vibrato, and mastering the art of playing this enchanting instrument. Let's make your violin learning experience both educational and enjoyable!
Ilena graduated from University of Arts in Cuba


Violin lessons overview
In my violin tutoring approach, I create a fun and engaging learning atmosphere, focusing on tone, pitch accuracy, and expressiveness. I teach a range of subjects, including Violin, Baroque Violin, and Student Violin, catering to all levels from kids to adults. I leverage various tech tools like DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual violin apps to enhance the learning experience both online and offline. I follow diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, IB, and more to meet the specific educational needs of over 200 students. My interactive teaching style ensures active student participation, leading to significant progress in technical skills and musical creativity. Students benefit from a supportive environment, leading to successful performances, solid music theory foundations, and the development of professional skills. Join me to unlock your full potential in violin playing!
Improved fast with violin classes
84% students noticed progress within the first few weeks
Visible progress in just weeks
90% parents notice better sound and focus quickly
Flexible scheduling for violin lessons
92% of students say violin classes easily fit into their weekly plans
Your violin teacher specialities
Ear training
Rhythm and Timing
Posture and Hand Position
Music theory
Violin Repertoire
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Baroque Violin
Student Violin

Reviews and Ratings for Ilena
Kade Obrien
Washington Heights, Manhattan
about 2 months ago
Pena violin sessions in Washington Heights got me ready for my debut recital. her focus on the little things and her uplifting attitude made every lesson both motivating and productive. I highly recommend her.
Jair Macdonald
Downtown St. Pete, St Petersburg
4 months ago
Pena ’s violin lessons in Downtown St. Pete showed me that improvement comes little by little. her steady support and smart teaching helped me move past the plateau I was stuck on.
Emelia Taylor
Orchard Hills, Irvine
5 months ago
Pena helped me to get prepared for a big day, which was my friend's wedding, and I wished to give her a surprise solo performance. Noral gave me a personalised lesson of violin at Orchard Hills. She made it a very special day for me
Danica Ho
Laramie, Wyoming
6 months ago
Talent for breaking down complex bowing styles such as spiccato and sautille of Pena was amazing. Thanks to her guidance, I can now play fast sections with ease and control using these techniques.
Joyce Blair
Spectrum, Gilbert
11 months ago
After a 20-year pause, picking up the violin again felt daunting—until I started lessons with Pena in Gilbert, AZ. Her encouragement, along with targeted sight-reading work and confidence-boosting techniques, helped me regain my footing. I never imagined I’d be performing again, but now I’m part of a local string ensemble.
Finnegan Hurley
Alamo Heights, San Antonio
12 months ago
Each lesson of Pena for Violin feels like a joyful step forward in learning adventure in Almo Heights. She gave a lot of courage and built trust.
Free lesson slots
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Teaching tools used in violin classes
Ear Training Software
Looping Software
Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps
Metronome Apps
Violin Tuner Apps
Student types for violin lessons
Violin for kids
Violin for beginners
Violin for intermediate
All Levels
Violin for adults
Violin for advanced
ADHD
ASD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive violin lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining

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