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Sawyer Thistlewood

Join violin sessions where innovative teaching and a passion for music guide every lesson

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Violin lessons - Sawyer Thistlewood

Masters degree

$49

$45

/ hour

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars.
★★★★★
Student Favorite
Highly rated by students for excellence
120 ratings
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About your violin teacher

As a seasoned violin tutor with a Master's degree and over 7 years of experience, I am dedicated to providing top-notch lessons tailored to high school, college, and adult students. With expertise in a wide range of specialties like Bow Techniques, Ear Training, and Music Theory, I offer personalized learning experiences in Classical, Electric, Fiddle, and Student Violin. My approach focuses on nurturing a supportive environment where students can flourish in areas like Posture, Reading Music, and Vibrato. Whether mastering Scales or delving into Violin Repertoire, I ensure each student develops a deep appreciation for music while honing technical skills. Join me for lessons that inspire growth and a lifelong love for the violin!

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Friendly violin teacher, big results

Improvement feels fast and stress-free

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Helps students prepare for orchestra auditions

Many students have earned seats in school and regional ensembles

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Fast improvement in violin technique

80% report better tone and bowing control within 4–6 weeks

Violin lessons overview

My personalized approach to violin lessons revolves around sight reading, engaging activities, and a strong focus on technique. I offer online learning sessions covering a wide range of subjects including classical violin, electric violin, fiddle, and student violin. By integrating tech tools like DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual violin applications, I ensure a dynamic and interactive learning experience. I follow diverse curricula such as A-Levels, AP Program, IB, and more, catering to school, college, and adult/professional students at all levels. With a progressive and creative teaching style, I aim to foster a love for music and empower students to excel in their violin journey.

Your violin teacher specialities

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Bow Techniques

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Vibrato and Intonation

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Reading Music & Sight-Reading

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Sight Reading

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Violin Repertoire

Types of violin lessons

Violin

Violin

Classical Violin

Classical Violin

Electric Violin

Electric Violin

Fiddle Violin

Fiddle Violin

Student Violin

Student Violin

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Reviews and Ratings for Sawyer

Charlie Morales

Downtown, San Jose

about 2 months ago

My teenage daughter received excellent technical skills from Sawyer violin lessons in Downtown San Jose, all while maintaining an enjoyable and interesting environment. Now that he has Sawyer backing, he hopes to perform on larger stages in the future.

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Abagail Meyers

Edison Park, South Bend

2 months ago

When it comes to children, Sawyer is great tutor in Edison Park. In order to explain finger positions to my daughter, who learns best visually, he utilises finger tapes and colourful charts.

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Tara Zhang

Morada, Stockton

3 months ago

Sawyer based in Morada is kind and always steady in how he teaches. I had trouble with vibrato for a long time, but he showed me how to do it one step at a time. Now I can use it well in my solos. his love for music really motivates me.

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Jamarcus Villa

Preston, Cary

4 months ago

Warmth and consistency shaped every lesson, making difficult skills feel possible and easy. Sawyer guided my daughter through harmonics and shifting in Preston and now he dreams of teaching violin himself one day!

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Luciano Nash

Cypress, Houston

5 months ago

My tone, tuning, and overall playing have improved noticeably. Each lesson is motivating and fun. I always leave with something new to practice and a smile! All thanks to Sawyer

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Kenneth Hicks

West Fresno, Fresno

9 months ago

I am learning violin with Sawyer in west fressno and i must say i has been an incredibly rewarding experience with Sawyer . he is an exceptionally skilled violinist with a deep understanding of music theory

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Teaching tools used in violin classes

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Metronome Apps

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Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps

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DAWs

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

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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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Violin for adults

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All Levels

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Violin for advanced

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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Mobile joining

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Open Q&A

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