"Music is the language of the soul"

Introduction to the Program

Founded in 2012, Viola's Notes began with a mission: to bring high-quality group music classes to preschools and personalized instrument instruction to students of all ages. At the heart of every program we offer is a shared goal—to empower students through music by giving them the tools to learn, create, and express themselves in a supportive and nurturing environment.

We believe that every child has musical potential. Our teaching philosophy honors the idea that students learn in different ways, and that each individual has unique strengths and challenges. Our role as educators is to recognize those differences, adapt to diverse learning styles, and help each student grow with confidence and joy.

Our passion for music and enthusiasm for teaching are at the core of everything we do. By fostering curiosity and creativity, we aim to make every musical experience both meaningful and enjoyable.

In addition to our work with children, Viola’s Notes also offers one-on-one coaching for adult students and professionals seeking support with performance anxiety. These sessions integrate holistic approaches—including breathwork, sound healing, and mindfulness—to help clients find calm, focus, and freedom in their performance.

Viola’s Notes currently offers a variety of programs, including:

Private Instrument Lessons
Preschool Music Classes
Group Music Classes for Children & Families (in English and Italian)
Coaching Sessions for Performance Anxiety

Music in Preschools

Viola's Notes has been offering early childhood music classes since 2005. These classes are taught in preschools and focus on multicultural music and movement activities.

This program is greatly influenced by the Orff and Gordon approach, child development theories on play, and the teachers' many years of experience working with young children. The program reflects developmentally appropriate practice and is founded on a strong belief that all children have musical potentials.

During class children will explore traditional children's songs, classical, folk and world music through singing games, rhymes, fingerplays, creative movement, folk dancing, storytelling, instrumental jam sessions, body percussion and improvisation. Attending the class will expose children to important aspects of music-making, such as: moving in rhythm, listening, singing in various tonalities, developing social skills, learning about fast and slow, soft and loud, as well as using music and movement as forms of self-expression. During group music time children will learn about different cultures and experience the important social and musical aspects of sharing music and making music together.

Call 510-593-9660 or email info@violasnotes.com to schedule a free demo class.

Private Music lessons

Viola's Notes has a team of wonderful teachers available for private lessons in a variety of instruments (Violin, Piano, Harp.) Classes are offered in our private Redwood City studio or online. All teachers are highly trained and tailor the classes to the students' individual needs. Students are also offered two opportunities a year to perform in a recital where they can showcase to their friends and families their passion for music.

Call 510-593-9660 or email info@violasnotes.com to be paired with a wonderful music teacher.

Group Music Classes for Families (English & Italian)

(EDIT: These classes are temporarily suspended.) Violas' Notes has been offering group music classes to families with young children since 2012. If you are a parent and would like to expose your child to music try out a family class in English or Italian. Classes focus on folk music, singing and dancing. The Italian Music Classes are taught 100% in Italian but everyone is welcome to attend regardless language fluency.

Viola has also recorded a bilingual music album you can find on all music platforms you can find under Viola Pellegrini or Canta!Let's Sing!

Call 510-593-9660 or email info@violasnotes.com for more information.

Coaching for Performance Anxiety

With the aid of holistic practices like meditation, breathing exercises and sound healing, Viola's Notes can offer you tools to help alleviate your performance anxiety.