Learn violin in a supportive, expressive environment designed to inspire creativity and musical development
Violin lessons - Diego Zapata gallardo
Masters degree
$37
$33
/ hour
Rated 5 stars consistently
Students praise the expert guidance in mastering musical skills.
Strong parent endorsements
Rated 4.9/5 by parents for effective and inspiring instruction.
Interactive feedback for performance
Students receive real-time feedback to enhance their music practice.
About your violin teacher
I'm Diego Zapata Gallardo, a seasoned violin tutor with over 5 years of experience. Armed with a Master's degree and an artist diploma from the Wagner Konservatorium in Vienna, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my lessons. Specializing in violin performance, I offer expertise in a wide range of subjects including Classical, Jazz, Acoustic, and Baroque violin. My specialities span from Bow Techniques to Violin Repertoire, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. I adopt a student-centered approach, tailoring each lesson to meet your unique needs and goals. My teaching philosophy emphasizes building a solid foundation while keeping sessions engaging and enjoyable. Whether you're a beginner at the school level or a professional adult seeking to refine your skills, I am here to support your musical journey every step of the way. Let's create beautiful music together through personalized learning and expert teaching. Book your violin lessons with me today and let's unlock your full potential as a violinist!
Your violin teacher specialities
Finger Placement and Scales
Reading Music & Sight-Reading
Posture and Hand Position
Bow Techniques
Sight Reading
Violin lessons overview
As a Violin tutor, I offer personalized lessons catering to students of all levels, including school, college, and adult/professional learners. My teaching style is characterized by ear training, creativity, empathy, and expressive musicality, enhancing students' sight-reading skills. By integrating a variety of subjects like Classical, Jazz, Acoustic, Baroque, and Student Violin, I create a comprehensive learning experience. I leverage tech tools such as DAWs, Ear Training Software, and Metronome Apps for interactive online learning. Following diverse curricula like A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, I ensure alignment with students' academic requirements. With a student audience of 100+, I focus on customizing lessons to fit individual needs and interests, fostering creativity through improvisation and composition exercises to make learning engaging and effective.
Student types for violin lessons
Violin for kids
Violin for beginners
Violin for intermediate
Violin for adults
All Levels
Violin for advanced
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive violin lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Teaching tools used in vioin classes
DAWs
Fingerboard Chart & Position Apps
Ear Training Software
Looping Software
Virtual Violin Apps
Types of violin lessons
Violin
Classical Violin
Jazz Violin
Acoustic Violin
Baroque Violin
Student Violin
Free lesson slots
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Violin concept taught by Diego
Diego coached Gautam on excerpts for an upcoming orchestra audition, focusing on fingering, rhythm, and tone. Gautam practiced specific passages, receiving feedback on hand position, rhythmic accuracy, and musicality. Gautam was assigned practice with a metronome and instructed to send lesson requests via the Wingy app.
Orchestra Auditions
Rhythm and Triplets
Shifting Positions
Thumb Position
Diego and Gautam worked on Gautam's violin skills, concentrating on bow hold, finger exercises for vibrato, shifting techniques, and scales in preparation for upcoming orchestra auditions. Diego provided real-time corrections and assigned specific exercises to address Gautam's weaknesses, particularly in shifting and maintaining hand position. They agreed to continue working on audition pieces in the next session, with Gautam tasked to practice scales and fingerings.
Scales and Fingerings
Wrist Flexibility
Scales and Fingerings
Pinky Finger Exercises
Diego gave Gautam a violin lesson that covered technique, intonation, and musicality within a concerto. They worked on fingerings, bow technique, and posture, and Diego encouraged experimentation with interpretation. The lesson also touched on identifying potential errors in notation and online resources.
Landing
Left Hand Posture
Rolling Chords
Sforzando

Reviews and Ratings
Pablo Brennan
3 months ago
Giving twin boys together isn’t easy, but Diego pulled it off. his clever ways of explaining scales and finger patterns kept both of them engaged and learning at the same time.
Jamie Sweeney
5 months ago
The violin lessons at Diego Haile Plantation provide the ideal balance. My teenager authentically enjoys every lesson and confidently takes on difficult assignments. He is incredibly skilled at inspiring aspiring musicians.

Eden Rocha
7 months ago
My perspective on violin bowing has been significantly altered thanks to Diego guidance. he instructed me in various techniques for holding the bow and clarified the importance of selecting rosin based on atmospheric conditions. Since transitioning to a carbon fiber bow on my violin, I've observed a remarkable improvement in its responsiveness.
Anika Boyd
7 months ago
Thanks to the helpful exercises introduced during Violin sessions in Beverly Hills my daughter finally mastered shifting into third position- Diego ’s guidance boosted his confidence, and now he’s tackling a Suzuki Book 4 piece.
Kimberly Roberts
about 1 year ago
Balancing work and learning the violin wasn’t easy but Diego adaptable online lessons made it possible. His supportive guidance and consistent pace kept me motivated even when my schedule was packed.
Raven English
about 1 year ago
My playing habits improved significantly, and with Diego Violin lessons in Peoria, you felt well-prepared for music competitions.
Gordon Zamora
about 1 year ago
My daughter has been learning with Diego in Mather & Wells, and the change has been amazing. he went from lacking confidence to performing his first duet at a recital. Diego ’s constant encouragement and guidance have truly made a difference in his progress and self-assurance. We’re so grateful for his support and teaching style. we clearly see the diffrence now.
Adrienne Schwartz
about 1 year ago
It’s amazing what the right teacher can do. With Diego In Lower Greenville I was very motivated and kept practicing until i get better.