Aleena Griffiths teaches violin at fp Music Academy. We are excited to introduce her to you because of her impressive background and family heritage in violin performance and teaching.

Born and raised in Auckland, New Zealand, Aleena Griffiths has been playing violin and piano since she was three years old. Both of her parents studied violin with Dr. Suzuki himself, in Japan. She observed her parents at work for many years as a child so she has a strong background in Suzuki pedagogy. Aleena holds a Bachelor of Music in violin performance from Indiana University’s prestigious Jacobs School of Music, where she studied with Mimi Zweig and graduated with highest distinction in 2022. She has taught violin extensively both online and in person, and has experience with all ages and skill levels.

Aleena’s personal teaching philosophy draws from a lifetime of immersion in the Suzuki method of instruction, and she strives to integrate relevant principles into a 21st century online learning environment. She believes that all students are able to master difficult skills if the right pedagogical techniques are used, and is passionate about respecting students’ process as they work towards their goals.