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Ilena Pena

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

4.9(128)

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Private lessons - Ilena Pena

Bachelors degree

$34

$32

/ hour

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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128 ratings
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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

Ilena graduated from University of Arts in Cuba
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!

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Improved fast with violin classes

84% students noticed progress within the first few weeks

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Visible progress in just weeks

90% parents notice better sound and focus quickly

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Flexible scheduling for violin lessons

92% of students say violin classes easily fit into their weekly plans

Your violin teacher specialities

Ear training icon

Ear training

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Rhythm and Timing

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Posture and Hand Position

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Music theory

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Violin Repertoire

Types of violin lessons

Violin

Violin

Baroque Violin

Baroque Violin

Student Violin

Student Violin

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Teaching tools used in violin classes

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Ear Training Software

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Looping Software

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Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps

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Metronome Apps

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Violin Tuner Apps

Student types for violin lessons

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Violin for kids

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Violin for beginners

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Violin for intermediate

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All Levels

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Violin for adults

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Violin for advanced

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ADHD

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ASD

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Learning Disabilities

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Home schooled

Interactive violin lessons

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

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