Concert violinist with 20 years of performing and teaching experience offering violin lessons.

I had the privilege of studying with Sonya for 3 years. I cannot say enough good things about her. She helped me make huge technical strides in my playing. She is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to violin and classical music. I am still inspired by her to this day. There is a huge amount to be learned from this wonderful person.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Sonya on many different projects over the years and I am constantly taken by her patience, attention to detail, and wonderful ear. She is a fantastic musician and a superlative colleague. I highly recommend taking lessons with her!

Sonya is a thoughtful musician who has a careful attention to detail in both her students' playing and her own. The way she teaches is both in service to the music and easy to understand, and is able to do demonstrations of both technical capabilities and musical nuance to help students understand what can't be put into words. Highly recommend!

Sonya Shin might be one of the best teachers I have ever had. She is an incredibly gifted, hardworking, and awe-inspiring musician who has so much to give as a teacher. She provides creative, helpful, and easy to understand feedback which advances my technique further each lesson. Sonya has a deep connection to music which is evident in both her playing and teaching style. She inspires my own musical passion and is always giving me new reasons to love the violin and music. She is kind, funny, incredibly engaging and dedicated to her students on a professional and personal level. I highly recommend Sonya as a teacher.

Sonya possesses a rare combination of musical expertise, patience, and genuine passion for teaching. From the moment I began my lessons with her, I was impressed by her professionalism and warm demeanor. She creates a supportive and encouraging environment that fosters growth and confidence in her students. Her comprehensive approach to teaching covers not only technical skills but also musical interpretation, theory, and performance etiquette.
I highly recommend Sonya to anyone seeking a violin teacher who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely cares about her students' progress and well-being. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, you will find in Sonya a dedicated mentor who will guide you on your musical journey with patience, expertise, and unwavering support.