How my journey began
Celine was born and raised in Ventura County, California, where her musical journey began in the local school system and community music programs. From 2007 to 2011, she was an active member of the Children’s String Ensemble at Our Lady of the Assumption, which helped lay the foundation for her passion in music and education.
After high school, she moved to the Bay Area to attend San Francisco State University, where she earned her degree in music. While studying under the renowned Alexander String Quartet, she also taught at the Vibo Music Center, gaining early experience in private instruction. In 2015, inspired by a desire to make music education more accessible, Celine launched a free afterschool string orchestra program—an initiative she created and taught herself, and which continues to thrive today.
Following her graduation in 2016, Celine returned to Ventura to expand her teaching and performance career. She created “Music Land,” a music program for preschoolers at a local community center, and soon became involved with various school music programs, coaching upper string students throughout the area. Her experience eventually led her to serve as a substitute and long-term music teacher, giving her valuable insight into both classroom and private instruction.
From 2021 to 2024, Celine continued teaching in Washington State, while also performing regularly with several local orchestras and ensembles. She plays violin, viola, cello, and bass, and has performed for weddings, religious services, and musical theater productions across both California and Washington.
With over 12 years of experience as both a teacher and performer, Celine brings a deep well of knowledge, creativity, and enthusiasm to every student she works with
What People Are Saying
“We have noticed immediate improvement in Eli's situation. He has renewed interest and focus in
the violin, never mind we can hear the difference in how he is playing. I can't thank you enough!!!”
- Family B.
“Celine is a wonderful violin teacher! Our daughter has been studying with Celine for years. Celine brings both rigor and warmth to the lessons as well as inspiration, guidance, and a close connection with the Ventura High School music program. Her lessons are engaging and personalized - our daughter never wants to to miss a lesson. And because she herself is a great musician, she has really helped our daughter to improve her violin skills. She now gets excellent marks in Master Class at school. I would highly recommend Celine for beginning through advanced students.”
— MICHELLE W.
“I’ve so loved working with Celine the past 4 years. She has really helped me improve technically as a musician, and she also helped me grow my love for music. I really recommend studying with Celine - my music journey in the VHS Honors String Orchestra wouldn’t have been the same without her!”
— TALIA W.
“Celine is an excellent violin instructor. She somehow manages to strike a perfect balance between focus and fun. She has an amazing ability to gear her lessons appropriate to age, ability and personality. She knew exactly what support my daughter needed and was able to connect with her and motivate her to push herself each week. My daughter actually requested me to book extra lessons with Celine when she was having trouble with a particular piece or was facing a chair challenge. This was a big change in attitude from previous teachers and speaks volumes about Celine’s ability to work with kids- a tweenager in this case.
Celine is easy going, responsible and a great communicator. If you are looking for a teacher who can make learning violin fun and without tears or undue stress, look no further. Celine is an excellent teacher, and she gets results.”
— LORI D
“My daughter started learning the violin during the pandemic and has really learned and loved
her lessons. It has been nice to have that consistency amidst all the changes in the last year.”
-Grace D.
