Become A Better Violinist Today
Hi! I’m Johan, and I teach violin privately in Pleasanton, California. I have been playing the violin for over 20 years and served as the concertmaster of my high school’s orchestra. I love working with students who are passionate about growth and development.
To book a trial lesson, please get in touch by email or phone at (925) 200-9026. For more information on my musical approach and style, please continue scrolling.
Learn To Play The Violin
Hi! I’m Johan, and I’m a violin teacher living in the Tri-Valley area of Northern California. I love working with open-minded students who are passionate about becoming the best they can be. If you are interested in lessons, please get in touch by email or phone.
Teaching Style
I approach my lessons in a fun, growth-oriented way, ensuring students feel understood but also challenged to grow and improve their skills. I have experience teaching students of all ages, though I typically work best with students over the age of 7 as my lessons involve thinking abstractly about concepts such as tone, style and rhythm. If you are interested in lessons with me, get in touch by email or phone at (925) 200-9026.
Methodology
For beginners, I use Suzuki and Essential Elements to develop a plant a mastery of the fundamentals. For intermediate students and above, I use a combination of technical books and increasingly advanced pieces to master technique and fundamentals. I have experience preparing students for music exams such as ABRSM, as well as for school, youth orchestra, and musical auditions.
Teaching Style
I approach my lessons in a fun, growth-oriented way, ensuring students feel understood but also challenged to grow and improve their skills. I have experience teaching students of all ages, though I typically work best with students over the age of 7 as my lessons involve thinking abstractly about concepts such as tone, style and rhythm. If you are interested in lessons with me, get in touch by email or phone at (925) 200-9026.
Methodology
For beginners, I use Suzuki and Essential Elements to develop a plant a mastery of the fundamentals. For intermediate students and above, I use a combination of technical books and increasingly advanced pieces to master technique and fundamentals. I have experience preparing students for music exams such as ABRSM, as well as for school, youth orchestra, and musical auditions.
Testimonial
“Johan worked as a violin teacher at my music school from July 2021 to May 2022. He is honest, dependable, and incredibly hard-working. Beyond that, he is an impressive teacher and coach who was always able to keep our students interested, motivated, and looking forward to their next lessons with him. Johan is an absolute joy to work with.”
Sandy Coop – Director of the Bay Area Academy of Music
Testimonial
“Johan worked as a violin teacher at my music school from July 2021 to May 2022. He is honest, dependable, and incredibly hard-working. Beyond that, he is an impressive teacher and coach who was always able to keep our students interested, motivated, and looking forward to their next lessons with him. Johan is an absolute joy to work with.”