Violin Lessons in English for all levels: complete beginners welcome!

From 25.9 £ /h

I believe in a holistic music teaching style! This means I teach music by ear and using sheet music. Ideally, my students will learn to enjoy making music with their instrument and be able to hear the progress they are making each week. We will learn how to read music, music theory, and musical pieces at your level. I always teach in a student-focused way: what the student gets excited about is what I will teach! I teach classical music, jazz and various kinds of folk music. I have taught children for several years and I have experience teaching people of all ages. I really look forward to teaching you and working with you! :)

Extra information

Please bring your violin and any music you are currently working on. If you are just beginning, just bring your instrument!

Location

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At student's location :

Around Berlin, Germany

Online from Germany

About Me

I am a classically trained violinist and violist from the US. I was trained with the Suzuki method and I am currently obtaining my Suzuki teacher training. I believe in holistically training students to play their instruments so that playing music can become like a second language. I will teach both ear training and with sheet music. I will also teach music theory, sight-reading, rhythm and various other skills that are necessary for musicians.

I will always focus on the student's needs and structure our lessons around what the student is most interested in. Not only do I play classical music but I have also been trained by some of the foremost folk and jazz violinists and musicians in the US and I will happily teach any genre from classical, to jazz to different kinds of folk music (Scottish, Irish, Old-time, bluegrass, etc.).

My students will walk away from our lessons feeling like they are making progress, feeling like they are learning a new way of looking at playing their instrument, and hopefully feeling excited and inspired :)

Education

I attended Oakland School for the Arts, a selective youth arts school. I graduated from Berkeley High School with a 3.9 GPA and having played in the jazz and orchestra programs there. I now attend university in Berlin.

Experience / Qualifications

I have played violin seriously since I was 5 years old. I have years of experience teaching kids and I have also taught adults of all ages and all levels from beginner to advanced. I have extensive performance experience with chamber groups, chamber and symphony orchestras, as well as jazz big bands, jazz combos, and different arrangements of folk and jazz trios and quartets. I have released 2 albums with my Americana band, Jubilee with whom I have gone on tours and performed at several festivals across the US. I have also worked in a jazz recording project placed in the top 3 original compositions at the Monterrey Jazz Festival. Additionally, I have recorded several tracks on an album produced by Grammy-award winning musician Laurie Lewis.

I won Best Soloist award at the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival and was placed in the California All-State Orchestra. In addition, I have had a master class with the Kronos Quartet, and performed on stage with Grammy-award winning and nominated musicians Sierra Hull, Darol Anger and Mike Marshall, and Väsen.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Spanish

Skills

Violin

Musical styles:

Classical

Jazz

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Antoine

5.0

(3)

I'm a french professional violinist established in Berlin, I'm currently member of the academy of the Radio Orchestra in Berlin and graduated from the Universität der Künste Berlin, Hight school of Music Geneva and Lyon

I give violin lessons at home, for students of all levels and ages.
I constantly adapt my teaching according to the expectations and objectives of the student, so the technical work that allows to acquire a better ease with the instrument will always be directed towards a musical research and the pleasure of playing music
I can also give some basics of music theory, included in a violin class. These courses can be part of the schema of a regular apprenticeship or of one-off sessions (preparation of an exam, support in the personal work of a pupil of a musical institution ...)

I consider teaching to be an essential aspect of a musician's life, in order to pass on one's knowledge and passion with pleasure. This is very enriching for both the student and the teacher, and it has allowed me to reflect on myself and to learn from it about questions of instrumental technique

Costanza

5.0

(3)

Professional Violin teacher holding a 15 years + Degree from Conservatory of Padua, Italy, with several years of experience teaching both in Europe and abroad. My methods include the preparatory works for AMEB examination, the Suzuki method, as well as my own method based on European Violin Syllabus and technical works (i.e. Curci). I teach students of all ages and levels, including adults. Parents are encouraged to attend their child's private lessons so that students can be supervised and encouraged when practicing at home. Able to teach in my apartment as well as coming to the student’s house.

● Customized approaches that work for the student along with the curriculum
● Targeted set of technical exercise and repertoire for each of my student
● Set of target goals
● Reliable, patient and committed to pass on the passion for the instrument: violin is a difficult yet beautiful instrument that gives you invaluable gratifications!

Toby

5.0

(3)

Professional violin and viola teacher based in Berlin, teaching in person at students' location or online, in English, German or Russian.

As well as instrumental teaching and ensemble coaching of at all levels over the last 12 years, I’ve led numerous professional workshops, including ‘Music First’ and ‘Music Masters’ workshops in London and was an assistant on the Primary Arpeggione viola course and at the Springgrove music competition. As a member of the European String Teachers’ Association, I participated in their conferences across Europe.

I have prepared students for music exams at all levels, working with them on music theory, aural and sight reading skills, and regularly accompany students on the piano.

As a performing musician, I appear as a soloist and chamber musician internationally, recently including at the ‘Gstaad Menuhin’, ‘Schiermonnikoog’ and 'Rome Chamber Music' festivals. I have participated in several international competitions, notably receiving the Barbirolli prize at the Lionel Tertis International Viola Competition 2019, 1st prize at the Małopolska competition, and the Len Lickorish Memorial Prize at the Royal Overseas League International Strings Competition.

I hold a masters degree with first class honours from the class of Tabea Zimmermann at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler Berlin, and Bachelors with the same distinction from the Royal Academy of Music in London. I attended the International Musicians Seminar at Prussia Cove on four occasions and have collaborated with composers Garth Knox, Vasilis Alevizos and Thomas Jones on their new works, with performances in London and at the Agora Music Festival in Luxembourg.

As a chamber musician I have played with the 12, Seida and 4|12 ensembles, as well as with musicians of the Berlin Philharmonic and clarinettist Matthew Hunt at HellensMusic festival, with Tabea Zimmermann at the Laeiszhalle Hamburg, with Claudio Martínez Mehner and Christoph Poppen in Santander, and with members of the ARC ensemble at the Music of Exile Festival in Toronto, Canada, amongst others.

I was a member of the European Union Youth Orchestra in 2018, and a member of the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain from 2014-2015, appearing on BBC Radio 3 broadcasts and a televised BBC Prom, as well as being involved in the NYO outreach programme ‘inspire’ in schools across London, including workshops and interactive performances at the Royal Festival Hall.

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Dr.

5.0

(3)

Hi! I’m a professional violinist and passionate teacher, currently performing with the Berlin Staatskapelle Opera Orchestra and teaching at a music academy. I hold a PhD in Music from the Academy of Music in Wrocław and a Soloist Master’s degree from the Universität der Künste (UdK) Berlin.

As a laureate of over 30 national and international competitions, I’ve performed across Europe as a soloist, chamber, and orchestra musician. Highlights include prizes at the Tartini, Rubinstein, and Zanuccoli international competitions, as well as collaborations with the Berliner Philharmoniker’s Zermatt Festival and the Gustav Mahler Academy.

I offer friendly, personalized lessons for all levels, focused on strong technique, musicality, and confidence. Lessons available in English, Polish, and German.

Let’s make music together!

Tjaša

5.0

(3)

My love for this wonderful instrument and my extensive experience have made it possible to achieve many successes with my students, such as helping them pass auditions for music schools and music colleges, as well as receive very good results in competitions.

From personal experience, having changed my violin-playing technique several times, I put emphasis on the bow-hold, holding of the violin, and playing with the left hand. I strive for, as much as possible, a relaxed body during playing. My favorite part of teaching is discovering how to interpret individual musical pieces along with the students, so every feeling and every story is reflected in the sound. I am very thankful that I have had the opportunity to learn from so many excellent musicians who have always treated music as fantasy that has not limits.

Joaquin

5.0

(3)

I'm Joaquin from Chile, I live currently in Bremen , I have a Bachelor degree in Chile and plenty of experience on youth and professional orchestra playing. I currently study a Master at the hfk Bremen

I offer private lessons on violin, viola and musical theorie for begginers and intermediate on all ages.

In my class I focus on technical issues as well as repertoires in different styles and I'm also open to discuss or adapt this repertoire for student's request.

Oscar

5.0

(3)

Hello, my name is Oscar and I am a Violin and Piano teacher from the UK, now living in Bristol, after several years of living abroad.

I've been teaching and performing on both instruments for 5 years, during, and after my studies at the Royal Northern College of Music. I have taught children from the age of four, up to adults in their late sixties, and I find all spectrums of age and ability rewarding and engaging to work with. Regarding Violin tuition, I am happy to teach up to any level. On the piano, I, however, currently prefer to teach up to an ABRSM grade 8 level, and not far above it.
My musical endeavors, whilst focused predominantly on the Classical style in my early childhood, have become quite varied and I am a great lover of many different styles. I play regularly in Klezmer bands, Celtic Folk groups and I run a Gypsy Jazz Collective, besides performing with Orchestra's, Small string ensembles, and as a Solo Violinist.
Whilst I wouldn't consider myself to be an expert, I thoroughly enjoy guiding people through the early stages of learning to improvise, and I am equally comfortable working with students in this way as I am teaching in a more traditional, classically-orientated manner.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Oscar

Niki

5.0

(3)

Violin courses for adults and children.
I will work with an easy-going method for you to enjoy and practice violin. you can also ask for a song to learn and we can work on that song. please do not hesitate to ask questions.
You can also request Electronic - Acoustic music courses.

You will learn:
How to hold violin easily
How to read music sheets
How to play on different strings
How to play your favorite song

Anne

5.0

(3)

Hi my name is Anne.

I play the violin and the viola and I have studied at the conservatory at ArtEZ Jazz & Pop.

During my studies I started to build by violin teacher practice. Apart from my private students I taught at the music school "Muziekdorp" in Wijchen and coached a band of high school students for a year.
Next to teaching I play concerts with the "Metropole Academy", I have a string quartet "The Four Frogs in te Woods", and I'm playing in a Folk string duo.

Students of all ages and categories are welcome in my lesson.
Classical, Folk, Rock, Pop, Jazz, and free improvisation are some of the genres you can discover in our lessons.
I did a Teacher Training with the American Violinist Mark O'Connor and finished this training with a diploma. His method is a very beautiful and comprehensive way to learn the variety of the violinistic possibilities.

We will play a lot of music together.
Starting with a correct violin posture you will develop a brought variety of techniques to find your own style.

Being able to play an instrument is an enrichment for everyone!

I would be happy to meet you.

Anne

Carla

5.0

(3)

Lessons for all ages and levels. Flowing and entertaining courses. Flexible schedule. Online or in-person instruction.

Flexible lessons. Starting at 1 hour in advance per session.

Contact me and we’ll plan your first class!

Kellie

5.0

(3)

Experienced Violin, Viola, Piano, Voice, Ukulele, and Composition/Music Theory Teacher offering Top quality 1:1 or small group lessons around Berlin or Online.

Please contact me to arrange a lesson, or for any further information

All ages and abilities are welcome.

Megan

5.0

(3)

I offer in person and online lessons in violin and viola. I am based in Neukölln, Berlin.

I have taught violin and viola in the UK for leading national organisations including Opera North, In harmony and Orchestras for All. I have over 10 years of private and school based teaching experience and have taught students from aged 4 to adults. I also ran an outreach music and arts project in the UK delivering music and art workshops in schools and art galleries as well as online, the project was recognised with two national awards from Deutsche Bank and UnLtd. I have led and conducted school string ensembles and set up beginner string programs for Harrogate Music School, Cardiff Young Strings and The Strings Club, Birmingham.

My teaching style incorporates aspects of Dalcroze and Kodaly methodology as well as improvisation and collaborative composition. I develop a bespoke approach alongside each student to ensure they are able to get the most out of their lessons and make lessons enjoyable. My lessons focus on developing technique and skills required to play music the student has chosen and I incorporate play and games into lessons to enable the most effective learning. I work mostly in classical, improvisation and new music contexts but can provide lessons in all genres.

Lessons are in English. Regular, irregular and one-off lessons are possible. I teach from beginner-advanced.

Alice

5.0

(3)

Hi! My name is Alice and I am a professional violinist based in Berlin.
I offer violin and viola lessons from beginner to advanced players and my goal is to foster a strong foundation while tailoring lessons to each student’s individual goals and interests.

I graduated with honors from the “Monteverdi” Conservatory in Italy and I hold a Bachelor and Master’s Degree from the Mozarteum University Salzburg, having studied with Prof. Lukas Hagen and Prof. Klara Flieder. I performed all over Europe and in South America with renowned ensembles such as Camerata Salzburg and Munich Chamber Orchestra.

I emphasize the development of solid technical skills while nurturing each student’s musical expression and creativity. Whether you are preparing for a performance or playing for personal enjoyment, I strive to make each lesson engaging and fulfilling, allowing students to progress at their own pace while enjoying the process.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch!

Mateo

5.0

(3)

Hello!
My name is Mateo. I offer violin lessons in English, Spanish or French. I have 7 years of teaching experience and 23 years of musical experience, including working in orchestras, organizing chamber music recitals, and attending numerous masterclasses with professors from around the world.
I graduated with a violin specialization from the Strasbourg Conservatory in June 2024.

Garance

5.0

(3)

I recently arrived in Berlin after earning my master's degree in violin from the Conservatoire Supérieur de Lyon. Passionate about teaching, I have enjoyed teaching beginners and more advanced musicians for several years now. I place great importance on listening and adapting to each student, in a caring and motivating environment.