Violin Lessons
Teaching is my passion; I love nurturing students to reach their full potential through a solid foundation of healthy technique and musicality. From little beginners learning to hold the bow, to high schoolers preparing for auditions, to adults pursuing their lifelong goal, I will be there to guide you through the ups and downs.
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Experience
Since 2012, I’ve had the privilege of guiding students of all ages and abilities on their musical journey through private violin and viola lessons in the Midwest. Whether working with young beginners to establish a strong technical foundation or coaching advanced high school students on the nuances of works like the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto, I’m passionate about meeting each student where they are and helping them grow in their musical expression.
My teaching philosophy is rooted in a student-centered approach, where each lesson is personalized to fit the individual’s learning style, goals, and musical interests. I’ve completed Suzuki training in Books 1-4 and Every Child Can, and with over five years of Suzuki teaching experience, I bring a flexible, well-rounded approach to instruction—whether students are drawn to the Suzuki method or other pedagogical strategies.
After relocating to Indianapolis, I’m thrilled to be in the process of establishing a new studio and am excited to welcome a fresh group of students to my teaching family. I look forward to continuing to offer personalized lessons to aspiring violin and viola players in this vibrant city and contributing to its dynamic music community.
From 2020–2024, I had the honor of teaching over 50 students weekly in Central Illinois. The experience of working with such a diverse range of students has deepened my understanding of different learning styles and enriched my teaching practice. I’m eager to bring this experience to Indianapolis and help students here unlock their full musical potential.
Molly Nogaj Violin and Viola Studios | Founder, 2012-present
Youth Music Illinois Suzuki School of Music | Violin Instructor, 2020-2024
Kidder Music Lesson Studios | Private Violin and Viola Instructor, 2015-2018
Youth Music Illinois and Morton High School | Sectional Coach, 2018-2024
Molly’s Private Studio
I teach a unique range of students in my private studio: school orchestra students looking to improve their technique, adult beginners fulfilling a lifelong dream, home schooled children adding music into their curriculum, high school students preparing for auditions…whatever your goal is, you will find a good fit within my studio.
I offer lessons at a convenient location in Carmel IN. I also offer in-home lessons at your home for an additional mileage fee.
To learn more and schedule your free trial lesson, contact me today!
Testimonials
“Molly has a wonderful way of making lessons both fun and relaxed while still helping students grow. She’s so patient and encouraging, and her positive energy made my child, a beginner, feel completely at ease with the violin. Molly not only helps kids learn music but also builds their confidence. After each lesson, they always left feeling proud and excited to play more!”
“Molly taught two of my children over about six years during their elementary and junior/senior high school years. She is not only knowledgeable about the violin and music, but also very encouraging, warm, and personable. One daughter is now continuing to play violin in college thanks to Molly’s good instruction!”
“Molly brings a very positive attitude towards lessons and growth of the student. She is always able to find something constructive to identify and encourages the student to continue to improve their playing skills.
My son felt the energy she brought to each lesson helped him want to do his best for the next lesson.”
“Molly was my children’s first music teacher. They were 8 and 6 when they started with her, and she was ideal for them. I appreciated her gentleness and attentiveness to the children. She catered lessons to the individual child’s strengths, weaknesses, and personality. I felt like she was always sensitive to the balance of pushing the children forward musically yet celebrating the progress they made.
I appreciated the depth of knowledge, musical insight, and technical care that permeated even the beginner lessons we had with her. She also plays beautifully. We all always enjoyed the times in the lessons where Molly played for the children. She’s very talented, and Molly was and still is an inspiration to our family and children.”
“Molly was our violin teacher for many years. She is a great instructor, patient, positive, encouraging and fair. She always made learning to play the violin fun. We miss having her around now that she moved away.”