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Average Cost of Fiddle Lessons
The average cost of 60-minute fiddle lessons is $60. While the exact cost will vary depending on the teacher, type of lesson, and your location, you should expect to spend anywhere between $30 and $109 per hour.
| 30-min | $15 |
$35 average |
$76 |
| 45-min | $30 |
$48 average |
$93 |
| 60-min | $30 |
$60 average |
$109 |
For the best experience, we typically recommend 60-minute fiddle lessons. However, students looking for a more affordable option may want to consider a shorter lesson length of 45 or 30 minutes. On average, 45-minute fiddle lessons are 20% less expensive at $48, and 30-minute lessons cost 42% less at $35.
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Lynn K.
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About Lynn K.
Close Violin/Fiddle technique, bowing, standard notation, backup, classical, bluegrass
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· Guitar · In studio
I think.she wi.be able to teach me what I want to know
Seams she know how to tailor the lesson
To fit.
· Banjo · In studio
· Guitar · In studio
About Chris H.
Close I have been teaching Irish fiddle style for 15 years. I will usually start the student in either a basic fiddle book or Suzuki to learn how to do proper bowing, positioning and technique. The student will be able to read notes. If desired, I will also teach the more advanced about chord progression through the songs. I do know the appalachian style also but it is asked for less frequently.
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· Cello · In studio
Importantly gave me some guidance on setting up) the cello. We did some basic exercises and looked over some of the theory materials. Overall a very comprehensive first lesson for this beginner!
About Antoinette A.
Close Though "fiddle" and "violin" are technically the same thing, the two are different styles of playing. Fiddle music focuses on country, bluegrass and Irish/Celtic music. Fiddle is one of the more fun aspects of the violin.
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· Violin · In home
· Fiddle · In studio
· Violin · In studio
Brenton K.
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About Brenton K.
Close I picked up the fiddle a few years ago. It's much smaller than the bass, but utilizes many of the same principals in performance. I play with my youth orchestra - Santa Monica Youth Orchestra - every week and help the section sound more cohesive.
Once you start shifting a whole bunch, we'll get you off to a more experienced fiddle player.
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About Catherine W.
Close I teach any style.
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· Violin · In home
· Violin · In home
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About Krisztina K.
Close Simple, easy and fun way learning the fiddle! I can teach you fundamentals and special country style, folkish fiddle sound through your favorite songs. Let's get started!
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Fiddle Lessons
What’s the difference between a violin and a fiddle? The truth is they are actually the same instrument. A violin can be considered a fiddle and vice versa. However, what distinguishes the two are how they are played and in what genre. The instrument tends to be referred to by its more formal name within a classical and orchestral setting. On the other hand, with styles such as the Cajun fiddle, Irish fiddle, Irish Celtic fiddle, and bluegrass fiddle, it is simply referred to as a fiddle. The fiddle puts more emphasis on a free-flow style, while the violin usually adheres to more structured playing.
If you want to learn both styles, it is often recommended that you take fiddle lessons as they will give you an in-depth understanding regarding the difference in techniques and how to effectively employ them in your playing. In general, lessons will provide you with a stronger grasp of both the violin as well as the fiddle, since the information taught is based on music theory which can be applied to both instruments. In addition, fiddle lessons taught by an experienced fiddle instructor will help you progress more quickly and learn proper technique.
When you get started with your fiddle lessons you will learn basics including the components that make up a fiddle, how to tune your fiddle and basic chords. Furthermore, your lesson instructor can serve as a resource for practical tips including what type of fiddle, strings and tuner you might want to purchase. So sign up for our fiddle lessons today and start fiddling your way to musical perfection!