Elite Instructor
Mariana Aguilera is a professional violinist and experienced violin teacher living in Melbourne, Florida. Originally from Venezuela, she began studying violin at a young age and trained at several respected music institutions in Venezuela and the United States.
Mariana earned a Master of Music in Violin Performance from Carnegie Mellon University, where she studied with Andrés Cárdenes and Carolyn Huebl. She has also completed Suzuki teacher training through Level 4, attended the Starling-DeLay Symposium on Violin Studies at The Juilliard School, and continued her development through private lessons and master classes.
As a professional musician, Mariana currently performs with the Brevard Symphony Orchestra. Her previous experience includes performing with the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra, the Venezuela Symphony Orchestra, the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra, and other orchestras and festivals in the United States and Venezuela.
Mariana has taught violin since 2004 through her private studio and several music schools and youth programs. She teaches both traditional and Suzuki methods, helping students build strong technique, musical expression, confidence, and a lasting appreciation for music. She is fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian and enjoys working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Experience
Education :
Master of Music in Violin Performance
Carnegie Mellon University
Graduated: 2001
Diploma of Professor of Violin
José Ángel Lamas School of Music, Venezuela
Completed: 1996
Suzuki Violin Teacher Training, Levels 1A–4
Capital University
Completed: 2003–2005
Starling-DeLay Symposium on Violin Studies
The Juilliard School
Attended: 2009 and 2017
Certificate in Professional Interpreting and Translation
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Completed: 2021
Experience :
Mariana has taught violin privately since 2004, working with students through both traditional instruction and the Suzuki method. She has held teaching positions at Wickham Road Music Academy, Pittsburgh Music Academy, the Center for Young Musicians, and Colegio Hebraica in Venezuela.
As a professional violinist, Mariana currently performs with the Brevard Symphony Orchestra. Her previous orchestral experience includes the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra, the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra, the Venezuela Symphony Orchestra, the Youth Symphony Orchestra Distrito Federal, and the Spoleto Festival USA Orchestra.
She has also coached violinists, conducted master classes, and worked with chamber string ensembles throughout Venezuela. Her extensive teaching and performance background allows her to support students at a variety of skill levels.
Teaching Approach :
Mariana combines traditional violin instruction with the Suzuki method, adapting lessons to each student’s age, experience, learning style, and musical goals. She emphasizes proper posture, tone production, technique, musical expression, listening skills, and consistent practice habits.
Her goal is to build a strong technical foundation while encouraging students to play with confidence and enjoyment. She also draws from her professional orchestral and performance experience to help students prepare for recitals, auditions, ensemble playing, and advanced repertoire.
Auxiliary Subjects
Suzuki violin instruction
Traditional classical violin training
Audition and recital preparation
Orchestral and chamber music coaching
Music theory and ear training
Instruction available in English, Spanish, and Italian
Instruments
Violin
Welcomes students from beginner through advanced levels.
Lesson Information
LIVES IN
Melbourne, FL
AREAS SERVeD
Home Studio in Melbourne, FL
Online option?
Yes
Student home option?
No