Violin, Viola, Piano lessons in English/日本語/français

From 158.75 $ /h

I offer violin/viola lesson for students in any level, and piano lessons for beginners to intermediate level. Students should be older than 5 year old.
Beginners are always welcome, I have studied with so many great teachers all over the world and I am happy to share my experiences with you!

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Extra information

If you don’t have your instrument yet, no need to buy it before the first lesson, I will help you choosing the right one.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Bern, Switzerland

At teacher's location :

Ostermundigen, Switzerland

Online from Switzerland

About Me

Fumi was born in Tokyo, Japan. She started studying the piano at the age of 6 and the violin at 10.
Fumi graduated from Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music (Geidai, only national music university in Japan) where she obtained her bachelor degree. Later she obtained Master degrees in both Concert and Orchestra at the Haute Ecole de Musique in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Meanwhile she was selected as an academy player of the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande in Geneva.
She is currently based in Bern, Switzerland, performing as a member of Sinfonietta de Lausanne and also playing in several professional orchestras both in Japan and Switzerland as substitute violinist.

東京生まれ。慶應義塾女子高等学校を卒業後、東京藝術大学音楽学部器楽科卒業。スイス・ローザンヌ高等音楽院にてコンサート科およびオーケストラ科のマスター・ディプロムを取得。2014年から2015年にかけてスイス・ロマンド管弦楽団のアカデミー生として、シャルル・デュトワ氏とのアメリカツアーを含む多数の演奏会に出演。
現在はスイスに拠点を置き、ローザンヌ・シンフォニエッタのメンバーとして活動する傍ら、アンサンブル金沢やスイス・ロマンド管弦楽団、ベルン交響楽団をはじめとする日本やスイス各地のプロフェッショナル・オーケストラでの客演をしている。

Education

Bachelor degree/Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music (Geidai, only national music university in Japan),
Master degrees in both Concert and Orchestra at the Haute Ecole de Musique in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Experience / Qualifications

6 years of teaching experience and 8 years of professional music activities, including playing in professional orchestras in Canada, Japan and Switzerland.

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

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Japanese

French

Skills

Violin

Piano

Viola

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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12-16

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20-24

Malwina

5.0

(6)

The lessons are engaging, motivating and accessible to people of all ages and ages. I enrich my course with fake learning games. I'm looking forward to our first meeting!

Susanna

5.0

(6)

Would you like to start playing the violin and have regular support? Would you like to learn a specific piece? Would you like to improve your skills or do you have questions about a specific topic? Contact me and we will define your goals and set up a learning method together.

I have many methods and pieces of all levels and styles that we will choose according to your progress and your tastes.

During the class we will perfect the pieces studied, we will do small technical exercises and we will learn new pieces. I will answer your questions and I will give you the work to do for the next time.

Calm, smiling and serious by nature, I am keen to create a relaxed and fun atmosphere which will allow you to learn the violin pleasantly and regularly.

Xiang

5.0

(6)

Hello everyone
I am a musician at Haute Ecole de musique in Geneva -Neuchâtel .I have rich teaching experience for 5 years.I got my profession bachelor degree by piano in China .I could give all the level courses of musical theories and the piano lessons and singing lessons too, And then I am Chinese teacher with rich teaching experience for all Level also, Feel free to ask me information

Vera

5.0

(6)

Violin lessons from scratch, for students aged 7 and over. I have extensive experience teaching young children. For adult students who would like to begin violin lessons, there is the option of renting a violin for lessons. About me: Graduate of the Moscow Conservatory (Master's degree), currently a student at the Bern University of the Arts. I combine the Russian violin school with the European school.

Matheus

5.0

(6)

Bachelor degree in piano at UFRJ(Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro) / 15 years of experience
playing piano

I have been successful in helping students who have suffered from technical problems, tendonitis, and excessive tension when playing.

With me, you will prevent these types of problems from happening to you. I will teach you accordingly to the repertoire you want to play, solving technical problems in the music.

It's going to be a pleasure helping you. See you soon in our class!

Sarah-Anne

5.0

(6)

Have fun playing!
Professional musician, I will help you learn to play the piano in a good mood with exercises adapted to your needs.

You want to acquire the piano basics, learn to read music, have good posture to play optimally, make music...this course will cover all these aspects.

Graduated with a Master's degree in Vocal Pedagogy from the Haute École de Musique de Lausanne, I have more than 14 years of piano training as a soloist and in accompaniment.

Music is my passion, that's why after my engineering degree, I devoted myself to it.
I have a solid teaching experience. I have had many students of all ages.

Whatever your needs, your age and your level, contact me for a lesson

Katarina

5.0

(6)

I offer individual piano lessons for people of all ages, tailored to your interests, needs and personal learning style.
The focus is on the joy of learning, developing your musicality and encouraging creativity. With my 7 years of teaching experience, I make the lessons flexible and varied - and teach in both German and English.

Volha

5.0

(6)

Growing with joy in playing – developing technique through favorite pieces.

One of the most exciting aspects of playing the piano is the ability to play favorite tunes from movies and Disney fairy tales. You can easily learn and play popular songs that both children and adults will enjoy. This makes practicing the piano even more interesting and inspiring, as you can enjoy familiar and beloved melodies.
Learn your favorite melodies with fun
In my lessons, we'll explore jazz and pop music together on the piano. We'll play the music you love. If you'd also like to learn classical works, we're happy to incorporate that music into the lessons. You'll also learn music theory and ear training (solfeggio) – in a relaxed and playful way, so the focus is always on fun.

Oriol

5.0

(6)

The piano is for everyone, offering a wonderful way to express yourself and enjoy music. Over the years, I’ve worked with beginners discovering their first notes, children exploring music as a fun activity, and advanced students preparing for music college. My teaching adapts to each student’s needs, focusing on developing solid technique, musical expression, and a love for playing. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your skills, I’m here to guide you on your journey and help you achieve your goals at your own pace.

Arianna

5.0

(6)

My name is Arianna, and I'm an Italian musician who spent 10 years in Switzerland, studying, and becoming a musician. My greatest interest is helping you relax with music and develop your musical knowledge. I'm dedicated to providing personalized insight based on empathy for student-teacher support.
When I interest you, please, and you will give me more pleasure to visit you with a personal teacher!
* MA Musikpädagogik in Lucerne HSLU
* MY Performance at Lugano CSI
* CAS in Performance at Basel FHNW
* BA of Arts at Bern HKB
* Praktikantin at the La Scala Academy in Milan
Zen – Animal Lover – Creativity Seeker

Maria

5.0

(6)

🌹I offer super lessons in piano, solfeggio, ear training, and the basics of Ableton. My superpower is warm, human connection with people. I promise, that you will fall in love with music and piano!🎹

I work with students of all ages and levels, in English and Russian. It's especially good if you want to hold the level of Russian for yourself or your kids.
I have many years of teaching experience, a degree from a conservatory and a hundred happy students all over the world (Russia, Ukraine, China, Switzerland, USA)!
I always care about the friendly environment on my lessons, this is why it's so fun and effective!
I teach piano, musical composition, solfeggio from 0 to professional level. Also i offer lessons with Ableton basics, where i patiently explain every little thing 🎵

Ready to get a new hobby?🚀

Thierry

5.0

(6)

“Please keep your style: I really love it!” (Lang Lang, after I played Liszt’s Wild Hunt for him)

Diplomas (from the Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris – Alfred Cortot):
- Higher Concert Diploma (Diplôme Supérieur de Concertiste)
- Pedagogy certificate (Certificat de Pédagogie)
- Higher teaching diploma (Diplôme Supérieur d'Enseignement)

For several years I have been giving piano lessons to children and adults, beginners (who have never played the piano) and advanced students (who want to study professionally).

It is about learning a piece effectively and quickly, acquiring good technique, and understanding the theory.

I value your goals and expectations, and I enjoy teaching!

Prices (in 2024):
- 3rd Prize in the international competition Pianissima international (Category: Prestissimo; Jury President: Cyprien Katsaris)
- 3rd prize in the international competition Opus Artis
- 2nd Prize in the Léopold Bellan Competition, special award for Rachmaninoff

I've given several concerts in France, Belgium, and Greece. I've also performed on French television (France 5).

I had the opportunity to audition for Lang Lang in a masterclass at the Salle Cortot in Paris; Lang Lang praised my performance of Liszt's Wild Hunt: "Please keep your style: I really love it!"

I studied at the Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris – Alfred Cortot with Michael Wladkowski and Guigla Katsarava. I studied harmony and counterpoint with the composer Stéphane Delplace. Starting in September 2025, I will be studying with Zlata Chochieva at the Bern University of the Arts.
I'm happy to answer any questions!

Thierry

Matea

5.0

(6)

✨ What to expect?✨

🌻 She is an experienced, patient and committed teacher and musician with a Bachelor’s degree on Jazz Piano and currently studying a masters in composition at HKB.

🌼 Different styles (jazz, classical, pop, world music...)

🌸 Personalized and tailored lessons for all ages and levels.

🌺 Technique, improvisation, harmony, composition, rhythm, music reading, accompaniment for singers...

🎶 What’s stopping you from mastering that song you love?🎶

✏️TEACHING CONCEPT. ✏️

💡 I like to approach music as a language. Just as we learn to speak by first listening,
understanding, recognizing, and imitating words before learning to read and write them, I
believe that musical learning should follow a similar path. That’s why I place strong
emphasis on aural development, listening, and internalizing sound before focusing on
notation.

💡 My teaching is based on experience, intuition, and exploration. I aim to create a space where
each student feels free to play, discover, and express themselves, encouraging them to
follow their own curiosity and find personal meaning in music.

💡 I always adapt to the needs and goals of each student. Some come with a clear desire to
study classical repertoire, and in those cases I introduce reading and technical work from the
beginning — but always in a way that connects with the music’s expressive and structural
elements, not just as abstract exercises. I believe analysis, understanding, and creativity can
go hand in hand with solid technical and reading skills. Others want to accompany
themselves while singing, or ask for tools to help them create and develop their own musical
ideas. I enjoy guiding each of them through these different paths, offering a wide range of
resources and approaches.

💡 I also pay close attention to each student’s musical interests when choosing repertoire.
Whether they’re drawn to classical, pop, jazz, or music from games or films, I believe it’s
possible to build strong musical foundations by working with music they connect with. No
matter the style, we can explore technical, rhythmic, harmonic, and expressive aspects that
will contribute to their overall development and motivation.

✨My goal is to nurture a deep, joyful, and personal relationship with music in every student,
regardless of age, level, or background.✨

Stéphanie

5.0

(6)

This course is aimed at beginner and intermediate students of classical violin, jazz and contemporary music.

For beginner students:
We cover technical elements such as violin and bow positioning and holding, bow movement, left-hand placement, scales, and positions. We also work on developing ear training and rhythm. We may also introduce basic music theory concepts, such as reading notes.
Finally, we work on learning pieces, according to the student's desires and musical styles.

For intermediate students, here are different approaches depending on their musical styles and desires.

For jazz and improvised music: scales or arpeggios that can be played on a given chord, modes and their use, rhythm, improvisation exercises, phrasing (swing, Latin, funk, etc.), learning jazz standards, how to amplify on stage, etc.

For classical music: scales and arpeggios, technical exercises for the left and right hand, how to put together a piece, musicality and interpretation.

Alla

5.0

(6)

I offer violin lessons for children, teenagers, and adults, tailored to individual abilities and interests. I completed my Master's degree in Music Education at the Bern University of the Arts (HKB) in 2025, making me a qualified music teacher. My lessons combine the joy of making music, technique, expression, and small concerts to boost self-confidence.