Cleber Albuquerque- Violinist
$200/hour
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About
Professional violinist with over 20 years of orchestral experience performing in Brazil and the United
States. Skilled in classical, opera, Broadway, and ballet repertoire. Experienced in both solo and
ensemble performance, with strong foundations in music theory and chamber music.
Education
Fukuda Violin School — São Paulo, Brazil
Aug 2001 – Dec 2011
Studied violin under Professor Elisa Fukuda for 10 years, focusing on performance, technique, and
musicianship.
Skills
■ Violin Performance – Expert
■ Chamber Music – Expert
■ Music Theory – Expert
■ Instrumentation – Expert
■ Performance & Stage Collaboration – Expert
Professional Experience
Violinist – Redwood Symphony Orchestra (Freelance)
Redwood City, California | Aug 2023 – Sep 2023
Performed as First Violin in the Mahler Symphony Program.
Violinist – Valdosta Symphony Orchestra (Freelance)
Valdosta, Georgia | May 2019
Played in the violin section for the Mahler Symphony No. 6 performance.
Violinist – São Pedro Theater Opera Orchestra
São Paulo, Brazil | Aug 2010 – Dec 2019
Performed in over 40 opera productions, symphonies, and chamber music concerts.
Violinist – Kabuki Productions / Jekyll & Hyde
São Paulo, Brazil | Aug 2010 – Nov 2010
Played First Violin in more than 70 performances of the musical Jekyll & Hyde.
Violinist – Takla Productions / The King and I
São Paulo, Brazil | Jan 2010 – Jul 2010
Performed in over 100 sessions of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King and I.
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Overview
Hired 1 time
Serves Campbell, CA
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28 years in business
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This pro accepts payments via Zelle.
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Event type
Wedding reception
Wedding ceremony
Birthday party
Cocktail hour
Music genres
Pop / top 40
Rock / classic rock
Jazz / Blues
Mariachi
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.
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Rhoda Joy G.
2 weeks ago
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We’ve had an outstanding experience with Mr. Cleber Albuquerque as the violin teacher for our 10 and 7-year-olds. His genuine passion for music, warm encouragement, and focus on building a real love for the instrument go beyond simply teaching notes; he fosters a thoughtful daily practice habit.
A standout part of his approach is asking for short video practice clips. He reviews them and sends detailed, clear, and actionable coaching feedback tailored to each child, making home practice purposeful and highly motivating. He always goes the extra mile when he detects momentum or genuine interest, adjusting lessons to match curiosity and pace and turning teachable moments into deeper learning.
If you’re seeking a teacher who combines technical excellence with heartfelt mentorship, Mr. Albuquerque is an excellent choice. We’re grateful to have found him and highly recommend his classes to families aiming for real musical growth and a love of violin. We’re confident we’ve made the right decision for our children’s musical journey.
Details: 6 - 9 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • No, the student cannot read music • Classical violin • Classical • Yes, the student has a violin • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location
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Luiz J.
Jan 30, 2026
Cleber Albuquerque is an excellent professional. He demonstrates strong command of both violin and music theory, explaining concepts in a clear, structured, and progressive way. His lessons are well organized and adapted to the student’s level and goals, which makes the learning process efficient and motivating. He is also patient, punctual, and truly committed to the student’s technical and musical development. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for serious, high-quality lessons with real musical progress.
Aglae A.
Apr 10, 2026
Cleber is an exceptional music professional and a talented violin teacher. I had the privilege of seeing him perform at a wedding, and it was a truly moving, beautiful, and unforgettable performance that deeply touched everyone present
Edilson M.
Jan 31, 2026
Professor Cleber Albuquerque is a violinist and educator of excellence, with solid musical training and extensive experience in teaching violin to students of all ages and levels.
Graduated from the renowned Fukuda Violin School, where he studied for 10 years with teacher Elisa Fukuda, Cleber developed a refined technique, refined musical sensitivity and deep knowledge of musical theory, reading, posture, sound and interpretation.
As a teacher, Cleber stands out for his patience, clarity and dedication. Their classes are well structured, motivating and adapted to the individual needs of each student, respecting the pace of learning and personal goals - whether for beginners, advanced students or musicians who want to improve their technique.
In addition to technique, it encourages musicality, discipline and confidence, creating a light, welcoming and professional learning environment. His students demonstrate consistent progress, better tuning, bow control, posture and musical expression.
Cleber Albuquerque is a teacher committed to the complete training of the musician, uniting technique, passion and excellence in teaching. Highly recommended for those who want to learn violin with quality, seriousness and inspiration.
Shruti S.
7 days ago
We’re so glad we found him! He is pleasant, responsive, and always punctual. He pays close attention to the fundamentals, ensuring students develop proper posture, hand positioning, and concentration from the very beginning. His methodical approach to teaching builds a strong foundation for learning.
My kids truly enjoy his firm yet nurturing teaching style, which keeps them engaged and motivated. We’re excited to watch their skills grow and, most importantly, to see them continue enjoying the violin.
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