Our Violin Teachers in Calgary
Experience a whole new style of violin learning with our highly trained violin teachers in Calgary.
Nirvana Nirvan (Founder)
- Haysboro (SW), Downtown (SW)
At the heart of Nirvana Academy of Violin is its founder, Nirvana, a versatile musician and dedicated violin teacher. Teaching music is more than a profession for Nirvana; it is a life mission. With over two decades of experience, Nirvana continually refines her pedagogical approaches and strategies to cultivate musical enthusiasm in all her students, regardless of their background and temperament.
Star (senior teacher)
- Bowness Park (NW)
Star is one of the most experienced violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. With thirty years of teaching experience, Star is dedicated to ensuring student success and fostering a love for music. She holds a Music Degree from Mount Allison University in New Brunswick, where she developed a strong foundation in classical violin.
Sofiia (senior teacher)
- Raddison Heights (SE)
Sofiia, one of the accomplished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Sofiia is a Ukrainian violin teacher with a BA in Music and Violin Performance. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Musicology, Musical and Theoretical Disciplines from Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Ukraine.
Nataliia (senior teacher)
- Lynnwood (SE)
Natalia is one of our distinguished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Born in Kiev, Ukraine. Natalia embarked on her violin journey at age six. She completed her initial studies at the School of Music before advancing to the Kiev State Music College.
Daria (Senior teacher)
- Downtown- Beltline(SW)
Daria completed her Master’s in Music Art at the Kiev Music Academy in 2014. She comes from a musical family, where her mother, a distinguished pianist and educator, played a pivotal role in her musical upbringing.
Justin (Senior teacher)
- Evanston (NW)
We are thrilled to introduce Justin, one of our exceptional violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Justin’s love affair with the violin began at the tender age of six, a passion that grew stronger with time.
Martina (Senior teacher)
- Beddington (NW)
Martina is one of our dedicated violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. She is an alumna of The University of Fine Arts in Bratislava, Slovakia, where she graduated in 1997 with a Master of Fine Arts degree, specializing in viola.
Charles (senior teacher)
- Legacy (SE)
We proudly introduce Charles, one of our exceptional violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our academy, having graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Hong Kong Baptist University with a Bachelor of Music Education, a Bachelor of Arts in Music, and a Master of Arts in Music.
Sameen (advanced junior teacher)
- Spruce Cliff (SW)
Sameen is one of the talented violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Sameen began her violin lessons at age five, demonstrating a strong passion for the instrument and a remarkable aptitude for learning. With top teachers’ guidance and unwavering dedication, she rapidly advanced in her musical journey.
Chloe (advanced junior teacher)
- Martin Crossing (NE)
Chloe is a shining example of the talent and dedication fostered at Nirvana Academy of Violin. RCM examinations are no stranger to Chloe’s musical career; she enthusiastically continues tackling advanced RCM levels and is pursuing an RCM level 10 violin certificate.
Selina (advanced junior teacher)
- Silverado (SW)
Selina, a passionate and dedicated violin teacher at Nirvana Academy of Violin, began her musical journey at the tender age of six, starting with the piano. Two years later, she expanded her musical repertoire by playing the violin. Selina’s pursuit of her ARCT certification in piano and Level 8 RCM in violin is a testament to her unwavering dedication and deep love for music.
Seyun (advanced junior teacher)
- Evanston (NW)
Seyun, one of our talented violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin, brings a unique blend of educational expertise from her second year of the Bachelor of Education program at Mount Royal University and musical talent rooted in Classical music. She has been playing the violin since she was nine, and her dedication to the instrument is evident in her achievements.
Mira (advanced junior teacher)
- Cambrian Heights (NW)
Mira, one of our exceptional junior violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin, has been immersed in the violin world for the past decade. Her unwavering dedication and passion for music are evident in her journey. Last year, she successfully completed her grade nine RCM exam, and she is currently working on her grade 10 RCM repertoire, a testament to her relentless pursuit of advancing her skills.
Maria Jose (senior teacher)
- Mission (SW)
Maria Jose is one of our dedicated violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Maria Jose earned her Bachelor’s in Music from Bellas Artes University in Cartagena, Colombia. During her university years, her passion for teaching blossomed, leading her to impart violin and music theory lessons to children and young adults within the same academic institution.
Kayleigh (junior teacher)
- Tuxedo Park (NE)
Kayleigh is one of our talented and dedicated students at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Kayleigh began her musical journey at the age of 4 1/2, studying under the guidance of Ms. Nirvana for a decade. Her commitment and passion have led her to achieve Level 8 RCM for violin and Level 5 RCM for piano. In addition to her violin and piano prowess, Kayleigh is skilled in guitar playing and aspires to learn the harp soon.
Irene (junior teacher)
- Citadel (NW)
Irene is currently receiving advanced violin education under Nirvana, the founder of the Nirvana Academy of Violin. Her rapid progress in violin, combined with her proficiency in piano, guitar, bass clarinet, and French horn, as well as her extensive knowledge of music theory, has made Irene a versatile musician and qualified junior teacher at the academy. Irene’s passion for music began at a very young age.
Barbara (junior teacher)
- Seton (SE)
Barbara firmly believes music is a powerful medium for expressing emotions and enriching one’s life. In her spare time, she enjoys challenging herself with advanced mathematics and traveling, activities that further broaden her horizons and deepen her appreciation for the arts. At Nirvana Academy of Violin, we share Barbara’s belief in the transformative power of music.
Denis (Senior teacher)
- Haysboro (Elbow) SW
We are honored to have Denis Dufresne as one of our distinguished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Denis is a highly acclaimed artist, musician, and studio session performer with a rich and extensive history in the music industry. Having won multiple awards for his exceptional talents, Denis has graced stages worldwide.
Yana (Advanced junior teacher)
- Haysboro (SW)
Yana is an 18-year-old violinist dedicated to pursuing a career in music. Her musical journey began at the age of 9, and she has since been highly active in her music career. Yana is a member of the Calgary Youth Orchestra and teaches in the El Sistema Kids String Program.
Nirvana Nirvan (Founder)
- Haysboro (SW), Downtown (SW)
At the heart of Nirvana Academy of Violin is its founder, Nirvana, a versatile musician and dedicated violin teacher. Teaching music is more than a profession for Nirvana; it is a life mission. With over two decades of experience, Nirvana continually refines her pedagogical approaches and strategies to cultivate musical enthusiasm in all her students, regardless of their background and temperament.
Star(senior teacher)
- Bowness Park (NW)
Star is one of the most experienced violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. With thirty years of teaching experience, Star is dedicated to ensuring student success and fostering a love for music. She holds a Music Degree from Mount Allison University in New Brunswick, where she developed a strong foundation in classical violin.
Sofiia(senior teacher)
- Raddison Heights (SE)
Sofiia, one of the accomplished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Sofiia is a Ukrainian violin teacher with a BA in Music and Violin Performance. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Musicology, Musical and Theoretical Disciplines from Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Ukraine.
Nataliia (senior teacher)
- Lynnwood (SE)
Natalia is one of our distinguished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Born in Kiev, Ukraine. Natalia embarked on her violin journey at age six. She completed her initial studies at the School of Music before advancing to the Kiev State Music College.
Daria (Senior teacher)
- Downtown- Beltline
Daria completed her Master’s in Music Art at the Kiev Music Academy in 2014. She comes from a musical family, where her mother, a distinguished pianist and educator, played a pivotal role in her musical upbringing.
Justin (Senior teacher)
- Evanston (NW)
We are thrilled to introduce Justin, one of our exceptional violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Justin’s love affair with the violin began at the tender age of six, a passion that grew stronger with time.
Martina (Senior teacher)
- Beddington (NW)
Martina is one of our dedicated violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. She is an alumna of The University of Fine Arts in Bratislava, Slovakia, where she graduated in 1997 with a Master of Fine Arts degree, specializing in viola.
Charles (senior teacher)
- Legacy (SE)
We proudly introduce Charles, one of our exceptional violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our academy, having graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Hong Kong Baptist University with a Bachelor of Music Education, a Bachelor of Arts in Music, and a Master of Arts in Music.
Maria Jose (senior teacher)
- Mission (SW)
Maria Jose is one of our dedicated violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Maria Jose earned her Bachelor’s in Music from Bellas Artes University in Cartagena, Colombia. During her university years, her passion for teaching blossomed, leading her to impart violin and music theory lessons to children and young adults within the same academic institution.
Denis (Senior teacher)
- Haysboro (Elbow) SW
We are honored to have Denis Dufresne as one of our distinguished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Denis is a highly acclaimed artist, musician, and studio session performer with a rich and extensive history in the music industry. Having won multiple awards for his exceptional talents, Denis has graced stages worldwide.
Sameen (advanced junior teacher)
- Spruce Cliff (SW)
Sameen is one of the talented violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Sameen began her violin lessons at age five, demonstrating a strong passion for the instrument and a remarkable aptitude for learning. With top teachers’ guidance and unwavering dedication, she rapidly advanced in her musical journey.
Chloe (advanced junior teacher)
- Martin Crossing (NE)
Chloe is a shining example of the talent and dedication fostered at Nirvana Academy of Violin. RCM examinations are no stranger to Chloe’s musical career; she enthusiastically continues tackling advanced RCM levels and is pursuing an RCM level 10 violin certificate.
Selina (advanced junior teacher)
- Silverado (SW)
Selina, a passionate and dedicated violin teacher at Nirvana Academy of Violin, began her musical journey at the tender age of six, starting with the piano. Two years later, she expanded her musical repertoire by playing the violin. Selina’s pursuit of her ARCT certification in piano and Level 8 RCM in violin is a testament to her unwavering dedication and deep love for music.
Seyun (advanced junior teacher)
- Evanston (NW)
Seyun, one of our talented violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin, brings a unique blend of educational expertise from her second year of the Bachelor of Education program at Mount Royal University and musical talent rooted in Classical music. She has been playing the violin since she was nine, and her dedication to the instrument is evident in her achievements.
Mira (advanced junior teacher)
- Cambrian Heights (NW)
Mira, one of our exceptional junior violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin, has been immersed in the violin world for the past decade. Her unwavering dedication and passion for music are evident in her journey. Last year, she successfully completed her grade nine RCM exam, and she is currently working on her grade 10 RCM repertoire, a testament to her relentless pursuit of advancing her skills.
Kayleigh (junior teacher)
- Tuxedo Park (NE)
Kayleigh is one of our talented and dedicated students at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Kayleigh began her musical journey at the age of 4 1/2, studying under the guidance of Ms. Nirvana for a decade. Her commitment and passion have led her to achieve Level 8 RCM for violin and Level 5 RCM for piano. In addition to her violin and piano prowess, Kayleigh is skilled in guitar playing and aspires to learn the harp soon.
Irene (junior teacher)
- Citadel (NW)
Irene is currently receiving advanced violin education under Nirvana, the founder of the Nirvana Academy of Violin. Her rapid progress in violin, combined with her proficiency in piano, guitar, bass clarinet, and French horn, as well as her extensive knowledge of music theory, has made Irene a versatile musician and qualified junior teacher at the academy. Irene’s passion for music began at a very young age.
Barbara (junior teacher)
- Seton (SE)
Barbara firmly believes music is a powerful medium for expressing emotions and enriching one’s life. In her spare time, she enjoys challenging herself with advanced mathematics and traveling, activities that further broaden her horizons and deepen her appreciation for the arts. At Nirvana Academy of Violin, we share Barbara’s belief in the transformative power of music.
Yana (Advanced junior teacher)
- Haysboro (SW)
Yana is an 18-year-old violinist dedicated to pursuing a career in music. Her musical journey began at the age of 9, and she has since been highly active in her music career. Yana is a member of the Calgary Youth Orchestra and teaches in the El Sistema Kids String Program.
Nirvana Nirvan (Founder)
- Haysboro (SW), Downtown (SW)
At the heart of Nirvana Academy of Violin is its founder, Nirvana, a versatile musician and dedicated violin teacher. Teaching music is more than a profession for Nirvana; it is a life mission. With over two decades of experience, Nirvana continually refines her pedagogical approaches and strategies to cultivate musical enthusiasm in all her students, regardless of their background and temperament.
Sameen (advanced junior teacher)
- Spruce Cliff (SW)
Sameen is one of the talented violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Sameen began her violin lessons at age five, demonstrating a strong passion for the instrument and a remarkable aptitude for learning. With top teachers’ guidance and unwavering dedication, she rapidly advanced in her musical journey.
Selina (advanced junior teacher)
- Silverado (SW)
Selina, a passionate and dedicated violin teacher at Nirvana Academy of Violin, began her musical journey at the tender age of six, starting with the piano. Two years later, she expanded her musical repertoire by playing the violin. Selina’s pursuit of her ARCT certification in piano and Level 8 RCM in violin is a testament to her unwavering dedication and deep love for music.
Maria Jose (senior teacher)
- Mission (SW)
Maria Jose is one of our dedicated violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Maria Jose earned her Bachelor’s in Music from Bellas Artes University in Cartagena, Colombia. During her university years, her passion for teaching blossomed, leading her to impart violin and music theory lessons to children and young adults within the same academic institution.
Denis (Senior teacher)
- Haysboro (Elbow) SW
We are honored to have Denis Dufresne as one of our distinguished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Denis is a highly acclaimed artist, musician, and studio session performer with a rich and extensive history in the music industry. Having won multiple awards for his exceptional talents, Denis has graced stages worldwide.
Daria (Senior teacher)
- Downtown- Beltline(SW)
Daria completed her Master’s in Music Art at the Kiev Music Academy in 2014. She comes from a musical family, where her mother, a distinguished pianist and educator, played a pivotal role in her musical upbringing.
Yana (Advanced junior teacher)
- Haysboro (SW)
Yana is an 18-year-old violinist dedicated to pursuing a career in music. Her musical journey began at the age of 9, and she has since been highly active in her music career. Yana is a member of the Calgary Youth Orchestra and teaches in the El Sistema Kids String Program.
Sofiia(senior teacher)
- Raddison Heights (SE)
Sofiia, one of the accomplished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Sofiia is a Ukrainian violin teacher with a BA in Music and Violin Performance. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Musicology, Musical and Theoretical Disciplines from Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Ukraine.
Nataliia (senior teacher)
- Lynnwood (SE)
Natalia is one of our distinguished violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Born in Kiev, Ukraine. Natalia embarked on her violin journey at age six. She completed her initial studies at the School of Music before advancing to the Kiev State Music College.
Charles (senior teacher)
- Legacy (SE)
We proudly introduce Charles, one of our exceptional violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our academy, having graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Hong Kong Baptist University with a Bachelor of Music Education, a Bachelor of Arts in Music, and a Master of Arts in Music.
Barbara (junior teacher)
- Seton (SE)
Barbara firmly believes music is a powerful medium for expressing emotions and enriching one’s life. In her spare time, she enjoys challenging herself with advanced mathematics and traveling, activities that further broaden her horizons and deepen her appreciation for the arts. At Nirvana Academy of Violin, we share Barbara’s belief in the transformative power of music.
Star(senior teacher)
- Bowness Park (NW)
Star is one of the most experienced violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. With thirty years of teaching experience, Star is dedicated to ensuring student success and fostering a love for music. She holds a Music Degree from Mount Allison University in New Brunswick, where she developed a strong foundation in classical violin.
Justin (Senior teacher)
- Evanston (NW)
We are thrilled to introduce Justin, one of our exceptional violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Justin’s love affair with the violin began at the tender age of six, a passion that grew stronger with time.
Martina (Senior teacher)
- Beddington (NW)
Martina is one of our dedicated violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin. She is an alumna of The University of Fine Arts in Bratislava, Slovakia, where she graduated in 1997 with a Master of Fine Arts degree, specializing in viola.
Seyun (advanced junior teacher)
- Evanston (NW)
Seyun, one of our talented violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin, brings a unique blend of educational expertise from her second year of the Bachelor of Education program at Mount Royal University and musical talent rooted in Classical music. She has been playing the violin since she was nine, and her dedication to the instrument is evident in her achievements.
Mira (advanced junior teacher)
- Cambrian Heights (NW)
Mira, one of our exceptional junior violin instructors at Nirvana Academy of Violin, has been immersed in the violin world for the past decade. Her unwavering dedication and passion for music are evident in her journey. Last year, she successfully completed her grade nine RCM exam, and she is currently working on her grade 10 RCM repertoire, a testament to her relentless pursuit of advancing her skills.
Irene (junior teacher)
- Citadel (NW)
Irene is currently receiving advanced violin education under Nirvana, the founder of the Nirvana Academy of Violin. Her rapid progress in violin, combined with her proficiency in piano, guitar, bass clarinet, and French horn, as well as her extensive knowledge of music theory, has made Irene a versatile musician and qualified junior teacher at the academy. Irene’s passion for music began at a very young age.
Chloe (advanced junior teacher)
- Martin Crossing (NE)
Chloe is a shining example of the talent and dedication fostered at Nirvana Academy of Violin. RCM examinations are no stranger to Chloe’s musical career; she enthusiastically continues tackling advanced RCM levels and is pursuing an RCM level 10 violin certificate.
Kayleigh (junior teacher)
- Tuxedo Park (NE)
Kayleigh is one of our talented and dedicated students at Nirvana Academy of Violin. Kayleigh began her musical journey at the age of 4 1/2, studying under the guidance of Ms. Nirvana for a decade. Her commitment and passion have led her to achieve Level 8 RCM for violin and Level 5 RCM for piano. In addition to her violin and piano prowess, Kayleigh is skilled in guitar playing and aspires to learn the harp soon.
