Learn from Great Suzuki Violin Teachers

I'm Erola Masqué, a violinist and violin teacher trained at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where I graduated with a First Class Honours Bachelor's degree and am now completing a Master's in Performance under Krzysztof Smietana (previously under Stephanie Gonley).

I am a professional musician and dedicated educator offering personalized music instruction in piano, flute, and violin. Based in New York, I have been teaching private lessons both in person and online since 1993. I work with students of all ages and skill levels—including beginners, college-bound musicians, adults, and retirees—helping each one grow in confidence and ability.

Mine Malkoc’s musical journey began at the age of five when she first discovered the piano, inspired by her father and older sister, both of whom were pianists. However, it didn’t take long for her true passion for music to lead her to the violin.

Hello, I'm Hyeji (Julia), a professional violinist and dedicated teacher. My goal is to help you build a strong technical foundation while discovering your unique musical voice and deepening your love for music. I am passionate about helping students of all levels build confidence and develop a genuine love of learning.

I’m Makiba, a professional violinist and graduate student at USC. I hold a Master of Music in Violin Performance from UCLA and a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I have extensive solo and orchestral performance experience and regularly perform throughout Los Angeles.

Aleksi Zaretsky is a freelance violinist and teacher based in San Francisco. He is originally from Valley Cottage, NY. Aleksi has performed alongside the San Francisco Symphony, the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra, New Century Chamber Orchestra, SFJAZZ, the Monterey Symphony, Symphony Parnassus, the Concert Truck managed by Opus 3 Artists…

I am a Juilliard trained violist and violinist, and I teach in order to share my love of music with as many people as I can! I teach music lessons and perform from the Boston area. Until recently I performed as second solo viola in the Opera Orchestra National Montpellier in France. I teach a studio of students ranging from complete beginners to pre-professionals.

Jenna, with a BMA in Violin Performance and a Master's in Orchestral Career Studies, boasts 26 years of violin mastery. She developed a flourishing studio during her Master’s program. As Violin Instructor at Brookfield School, Jenna received first hand training in the Suzuki Method and expanded the program into a full orchestra.

Gina received her Masters Degree in Viola Performance from Hopkins University. She has studied and worked with Roberto Diaz, Mick Wetzel, Peter Marsh and Michelle LaCourse. Gina can be heard and seen in numerous TV, recording and Film projects that include United Airlines, Apple TV, the TV series “Fargo” and The Alan Parsons Project to name a few.

I have 15 years of experience as a violinist. I have recently graduated Magna Cum Laude from Stetson University as a Music Performance Major. During my time in college I performed at the Weill Recital Hall at the prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York as winner of the "Stetson at Carnegie Hall" competition in 2022 and 2023.