Kevin Zheng Violinist

Hello! I'm Kevin, and I have over 20 years of experience playing classical violin. I hold music degrees in violin performance from Yale University and Rice University, and I'm also the music director and conductor of the New Haven Chamber Orchestra.

I believe in setting high standards for my students while maintaining a friendly and patient manner. I've been teaching violin since a young age, and my experience has taught me the importance of approachability in teaching. I aim to avoid the unpleasantness some teachers exude, and instead create an environment in which students can thrive.

To help my students succeed, I stress the fundamentals of violin technique. As many students have bad habits, I work hard to instill a solid understanding of the basics so they can conquer any challenge and become self-sufficient learners.

I also make sure to keep my students engaged by providing interesting and active lessons. I hate hearing about how other teachers bore their students, and strive to prevent that from happening in my classroom.

Teaching is my passion, and I feel honored to inspire and educate both young and old musicians. It's especially gratifying to watch my students grow over time and make huge strides in their playing.