About Lavinia Lee — Piano, Violin & Viola Teacher
I'm Lavinia Lee, a passionate violin, viola, and piano teacher with Masters degrees from Yale and Northwestern, and over 20 years of teaching and performing experience. My approach blends Suzuki method, music theory, and orchestral training to help students thrive musically and personally. Whether your child is just starting or preparing for auditions, I'm committed to nurturing their growth with warmth, structure, and expert guidance.
Student Achievements
🏆Gold medals in Sonata and Sonatina Festivals
🏆First place and overall winner at the Lake Forest High School Music Competition
🏆First place at the Deerfield High School and Caruso Middle School Music Competitions
🏆Honorable Mention in the highly competitive Walgreens National Concerto Competition
🏆Section Violinist for the ILMEA District Orchestra, and even the role of Principal Violist in the ILMEA All-State Orchestra
Serving the Chicago North Shore Community
In-person lesson areas
- Northbrook, IL
- Glenview, IL
- Northfield, IL
- Lake Forest, IL
- Winnetka, IL
- Wilmette, IL
Providing in-person lessons across the Chicago North Shore suburbs and virtual lessons throughout the greater Chicagoland area.