Classical Violin Lessons (English) for begginers and intermediates from 7 years old

Àpd 39 € /h

If you want to start playing the violin or if you need extra support, you came to the right place!

Beginners:
- I'll teach you how to hold the violin and bow and how to produce a clean sound;
- I'll help you playing your first melodies and exercises;
- I can also help you with the basics of music theory, since it's fundamental to read music

Intermediate:
- I'll give you new repertoire or help you with the repertoire you're working on;
- I'll help you with technique and sound;
- If needed, I can also help you with some music theory.

Informations supplémentaires

Students will need an instrument, since I only have mine.
Going to the student's house is possible if it's max. 15 min from the centrum by bicycle

Lieu

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Cours au domicile de l'élève :

Autour de La Haye, Pays-Bas

Présentation

I'm a 23 years old violinist from Portugal, I started playing the violin at the age of 6 together with football, when I was 15 years old I decided to take another academic path and followed a science and technologies course, it was in those 2 years that I realized I actually enjoyed the violin and I changed my academic path again and returned studying the violin. I abandoned football at the age of 18 to fully dedicate myself to the violin and since then I did my professional course, bachelor and I'm currently doing my master degree in Classical violin at the Royal Conservatory The Hague.
As a violinist, I want to become an Orchestral Musician, a teacher and a chamber music performer.
My teaching experience is not very wide. I had a student and did some teaching replacement. But I'm here to change it! I'll to try to inspire you and pass the knowledge that has been passed to me throughout the years.

Education

*Professional diploma in Music after completing a 3-year Professional Course in the National Conservatory in Lisbon;
*Bachelor in Orchestral Studies at the Academy of Advanced Orchestral Studies, in Lisbon;
*Currently on my first year of MA in Classical Violin at the Royal Conservatory the Hague

Expérience / Qualifications

Since I arrived in The Hague this year I played with the Nationaal Jeugdorkest on the winter tour, I played with the Residentie Orkest on the Benefit Concert for Ukraine and I regularly play with the Symphony Orchestra of the Royal Conservatory The Hague.
In Portugal, I took part in many youth Orchestras and also played with professional Orchestras.
Violin masterclasses with Ani Schnarch, Gian Paolo Peloso, Eliot Lawson, Stephan Picard, José Pereira, Pedro Meireles, Ana Pereira;
Chamber music masterclasses with Vera Martinez (Casals Quartet), Marc Danel (Danel Quartet)

Age

Enfants (7-12 ans)

Adolescents (13-17 ans)

Adultes (18-64 ans)

Seniors (65+ ans)

Niveau du Cours

Débutant

Intermédiaire

Durée

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

Enseigné en

anglais

portugais

Compétences

Violon

Styles musicaux:

Classique

Son (musique)

Solfège

Disponibilité semaine type

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Cours à domicile

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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If you are a student with years of experience and already know the basics, I can help you with the repertoire you are playing, or give you and prepare new pieces with you, I will help you improve your practice sessions and help you prepare auditions or performances.

I give lessons in English or Portuguese but can also manage to speak Spanish

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- A highly performant method for intermediate and advanced music students (instrumental music and theoretical subjects).
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I graduated 2 years ago at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague and I offer both violin and viola lessons to all ages and levels in The Hague and surroundings.
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Employing the voice in a rhythmical sense is not a granted or obvious approach for singers and is sometimes overlooked by instrumentalists. However, a rhythmical foundation developed through the voice is a core element of strong musicianship for everyone in the music sector.

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We will work on rhythmical freedom, phrasing, grouping and moving patterns, cross-rhythms, odd measures and different 'feels'. You will acquire new ideas, improve your timing, gain independence in your lines and obtain a set of tools to practice self-sufficiently.

"Rhythm through Voice" is designed for both singers and instrumentalists who want to enlarge their spectrum of techniques, and improve their rhythmical awareness.

[For instrumentalists: I will support you to translate and apply these techniques into your instrument]

The lessons will be custom made for each student.
I will work to adapt to your learning rhythm while keeping you challenged at the same time. You will receive regular feedback, advice, and guidance.

Don't hesitate to contact me for more details!

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I have around 15 pupils of all levels and ages and I teach at my own studio (De Constant Rebecquestraat 3) or at your place!
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FIRST LESSON:
The first lesson consists of getting to know each other. This is essential to choose the best teaching approach. All the students are unique, that is why I always choose the method that adapts better to your needs. Then, we elaborate a personal plan, depending on your level, expectations, practice time, and taste.

TECHNIQUE:
Learning the proper technique of the instrument is very important to avoid injuries and to be able to express ourselves and perform our musical ideas in a successful way. That is why we learn nice songs in different styles, depending on your taste (from classical to jazz, film music, pop, etc.) and we combine it with cello method books with progressive exercises to improve the cello knowledge.
In the case of young beginners, we also play cello games during the lesson to make the learning experience dynamic and fun! Children can lose attention and get bored very quickly!

Playing together is an essential part of enjoying music. Therefore, the last part of the lesson always consists of playing cello duets and having fun!

ABOUT ME:

I studied my Bachelor in Conservatori Superior del Liceu in Barcelona, with professor Amparo Lacruz. Then, I decided to continue my studies at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague in the class of Michel Strauss and Jan-Ype Nota.
During my studies in The Hague, I did a teaching internship at the Royal Conservatory as a part of their Minor in Music Education. I also taught in several Music Schools during my studies in Spain.
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I play regularly in two chamber music ensembles: Trio Jakob and Azalaïs Quartet.

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We could also do general music education, or basic practical musical skills and training the ears.

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I’ve had the opportunity to participate in masterclasses with Josef Spacek, Pavel Vernikov, Olivier Charlier, Igor Volochine, Marianne Piketty, and I love sharing everything I’ve learned from them through my own teaching.

I have experience with Orchestra and chamber music as well. I had the pleasure of participating in a side by side project with the Orchestre Philarmonique de Radio France and play in various prestigious settings.

If you wanted to play violin as a child and couldn't, or if your child wants to start playing, then you're in the right place!

My lessons are based on a positive and encouraging approach:
✨ Mistakes are welcome — they’re part of the learning process!
🎯 We set clear, achievable goals together, and work step by step
🎶 Most importantly: we enjoy making music together !

Whether you're a complete beginner, coming back to violin after a break, or already experienced, I’d be happy to help you grow and enjoy your musical journey.

Lessons available in English and French.
In-person in The Hague, or online
⚠️Only online lessons during the summer as I won't be in the Hague until September.

Feel free to message me — I’d love to hear from you!