At EVSM, string students learn from highly trained, dedicated instructors who bring years of professional teaching and performance experience to every lesson. Our faculty includes university‑trained violinists, violists, and cellists, active performers, and specialists in classical and contemporary string pedagogy. Each instructor is committed to helping students build a strong musical foundation through individualized, goal‑oriented instruction.
EVSM string instructors hold degrees in music performance, music education, or string pedagogy from respected institutions such as Arizona State University, University of Arizona, Northern Arizona University, Brigham Young University, and other accredited universities nationwide. Many have extensive experience performing professionally in orchestras, chamber ensembles, and solo settings, as well as teaching students of all ages and levels.
Our instructors teach a wide range of styles—classical, orchestral, chamber music, fiddle, contemporary worship, film music, and more. Whether you’re preparing for auditions, building technique, joining an ensemble, or simply wanting to play your favorite pieces, we tailor lessons to your goals.
Students receive a comprehensive musical education, including:
Proper posture, bow hold, and left‑hand technique
Tone production, intonation, and shifting
Sight‑reading and rhythm development
Music theory and ear training
Classical repertoire, modern styles, and student‑selected pieces
Ensemble skills, performance preparation, and confidence‑building
We use a wide range of method books and materials, selected to match each student’s learning style and musical interests.
Yes. To support proper technique and musical development, students are required to have a well‑maintained violin, viola, or cello at home. Instruments should be appropriately sized for younger students, and full‑size instruments are recommended for teens and adults. A quality instrument, bow, and rosin ensure proper tone, playability, and healthy technique. A shoulder rest (for violin/viola) or endpin anchor (for cello) is also recommended.
When taking strings lessons at East Valley School of Music, we guarantee our students a well-rounded education and understanding of the instrument. By using a progressive mix of curriculum and customized lessons, students learn how to read music fluently, develop technical proficiency, understand fundamental theory concepts, perform in front of an audience, compose their own music, and improvise popular music.
