Michelle Teague

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8 Years Teaching on Lessonface
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Violin, Cello, Viola, Upright Bass, Fiddle, Double Bass
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4000+ lessons booked on Lessonface
Avg. Response Time: 41 hrs, 35 mins
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$40.00 / 30 Minutes
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4 × 30-min (1×/week) $160 Perfect for beginners or busy schedules.

4 × 60-min (1×/week) $240 More in-depth weekly study.

8 × 30-min (2×/week) $280 Best for younger students! Twice-weekly lessons reinforce skills, improve retention, and build confidence faster without overwhelming attention spans.

You'll receive a personalized plan, PDF music, practice tips, and progress updates. Whether you're picking up the violin for the first time or preparing for a performance, I'll help you play with skill and confidence!

To ensure a solid foundation, every lesson commences with a thorough evaluation. We'll cover all the essentials, from proper instrument posture to injury prevention. I'll also provide valuable tips on effective individual practice, marking music, mastering scales, and perfecting bow technique. These aspects are my absolute priorities.

But remember, lessons should be an absolute blast! I want you to enjoy each session more and more. That's why I incorporate not only classical music but also the latest popular tunes. It's incredible to witness students' reactions when they play songs they recognize. We'll focus on technique and posture but within a safe and enjoyable environment. And hey, making mistakes is absolutely okay! In my class, there's no judgment whatsoever. If you need extra time or assistance, I'm here to support you all the way.

Believe it or not, I've had the pleasure of guiding students into youth orchestras, community orchestras, and even college orchestras. If you're interested in audition preparation, just let me know!

 

I've been teaching online lessons for a solid 7 years, and I've been doing private lessons for a whopping 17 years! Let me tell you, it was quite a learning curve to adapt to teaching online. But you know what? I embraced it! I discovered that I needed a whole bunch of props and had to bring out my inner performer to keep things lively. And you know what? I adore teaching online! It gives me the flexibility to enjoy my mornings, teach my heart out, and still have quality time with my family. Seriously, without this online platform, it would be a major struggle for me to continue teaching because those studios just don't open in the mornings. Sure, I teach in the evenings too, but this allows me to spread things out. It's just the perfect balance!

Teaching Style

Ages 4 and up !!!!

Lessons should be fun, and you should enjoy it more and more each time you come. That is why I teach not only classical music but also current popular music that is played on the radio. I like to hear the students' opinions and see their reactions when they play songs they can recognize. Sure, technique and posture are taught, but it is in a fun, safe environment. I also teach that it is okay to make a mistake. There is no judgment in my class, and if you need more time or more help, then that is what you get. 

Curriculum

Learn Violin with a Patient, Experienced Teacher

Whether you're a total beginner or refining advanced skills, I offer engaging lessons tailored to your goals and learning style. With over 15 years of teaching violin, viola, cello, and double bass, I make learning both enjoyable and effective.

Why Learn With Me?

Patient, encouraging approach for all ages

Strong foundation in technique, rhythm, and music reading

Uses Essential Elements, String Explorer, Suzuki, All For Strings, and many more.

Step-by-step guidance and positive feedback

Along with sheet music, you can find at musescore.com. Here is my profile https://musescore.com/michelleteagueviolinonline 

Credentials & Affiliations

American String Teacher Association 2020 private and group lessons instructor Oct 2009 - Jul 2013 Music and Art, Gwinnett School of Music, 1st United Methodist Church (Fine Arts Academy), Destiny Christian Academy, Jackson's Music, Music Matters (After School Program) I started teaching violin, viola, cello, and double bass in 2009. I taught in many music schools in Georgia including; Gwinnett School of Music, Music, and Arts, Jackson’s Music, and the Fine Arts Academy at Douglasville 1st United Methodist Church. During this time I also taught 4 elementary after school programs with Music Matters After School along with a community orchestra with Douglasville 1st United Methodist Church on the weekend for children and adults. I also taught general music at Destiny Christian Academy where I also taught art to preschool and elementary kids. Also, I helped with 2 summer camps, a music camp - where I taught the violin class and arts camp, for the Fine Arts Academy with Douglasville 1st United Methodist Church.