Viola/Violin lessons with Connie, tailored, one to one private lessons

A partir de 57.57 $ /h

I offer private, one-to-one viola and violin lessons where I encourage technical and musical development for musicians who range from beginner to advanced levels.

I believe that each person has their own way of creating, listening, and connecting to music, and playing the viola/violin is a wonderful way of exploring it. Having started my studies on violin and moved to the viola as a teenager, I had the experience of learning how to shift my technical approach to and from each instrument so that I could feel comfortable and best express the music. I would love to help you build your love and passion for making music.

As a teacher, I tailor my lessons to the specific needs of the individual by listening attentively and giving new perspectives to help you flourish. I look at the way you use your instrument to help you refine your technical capabilities in order to become free in your expression. I also encourage using intuition in combination with the intellectual understanding of the music that you are playing.

Don't hesitate to contact me if you are interested. The first lesson will be to see if we would be a good fit and from there we can agree on a way to work together for the remaining ones. I can give lessons weekly and like to discuss when they will be at the beginning of each month.

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Clases en el domicilio del estudiante :

Alrededor de Ámsterdam, Países Bajos

Clase en el domicilio del profesor :

Leidsegracht, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Acerca de mí

I am a British violist working across Europe and the UK as a chamber, orchestral and solo musician. In Amsterdam, I freelance with the Radio Filharmonik Orkest, Amsterdam Sinfonietta and Netherlands Chamber Orchestra. I am also playing many concerts as the violist of the Marigold Piano Quartet, who have made many appearances on NPO radio and performed in venues such as the Concertgebouw Speigelzaal, Amstelkerk, Concertgebouw De Vereeniging and Amarte Studios. I travel to work with groups such as O Modernt Chamber Orchestra, 12 Ensemble and my own group the Seida Ensemble. I also take part in many festivals such as Yellow Barn, Zermatt Festival, Prussia Cove Open Chamber Music, Gratchten and Schiermonikoog Festival. My experiences in teaching have been with private students and groups of young musicians. I have given workshops to children in schools across London, and taught sectionals with the Essex youth orchestra in the UK.
I strongly encourage my students to take part in academies and courses, and to get as much experience playing with other musicians as possible. I support students in finding opportunities to perform, as I believe it is essential to be able to build the confidence to share music with other people. I foster an environment where learning is fun, interesting and healing.

Formación

Royal Academy of Music Primary and Junior Department (2008-2017)
Bachelor of Music at the Royal College of Music (2017-2021)
Master of Music at the Conservatoire van Amsterdam (2021-2022)

Experiencia / Calificaciones

First Class Degree Bachelor of Music
A level A2 Music A
A level A2 Textiles A*
A level Maths C
ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction

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Adolescentes (13-17 años)

Adultos (18-64 años)

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Aida

5.0

(17)

Hello, I have extensive experience with students of all ages as a teacher of music theory, violin and viola. Custom classes, focused on student interests.
I studied violin degree at the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Vigo in Spain and viola in Spain and at the Utrechts Conservatorium. The research of my final exam was about well-being and phisical education to improve and accelerate the learning process.
I want my students to be aware of the importance of good posture and technique in order to enjoy the learning process without problems.

Louisa

5.0

(17)

Dear violin lovers! I'm a violin teacher for 10 years now, I have been teaching in Portugal and the Netherlands. My lessons can be given in English, Portuguese, French or Spanish.

Playing the violin is my passion, especially when I can pass on my knowledge and love for music to my students of all ages and levels.

I work as a team with you, finding the right method that fit your needs. What is important for me is to work on a good connection with the instrument and find the right basis for the start of your violin playing.
In my violin lessons, I would like also to share with you my musical knowledge, show you recordings of great violin players, prepare with you pieces that you always wanted to play and give you the tools so you can achieve your goals in music. I like to share the general knowledge of violin playing as well as basic and intermediate music theory lessons so you can enter in the world of music, but especially to have fun!!

My lessons can be shared between violin and theory together depending on what you are looking for.

The lessons will be at my house if you are in need of an instrument we can find one for you!

I did my Bachelor at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam with the teachers Maria Milstein and Eliot Lawson and completed my Masters in Performance degree with excellency as well in Amsterdam under the guidance of Liviu Prunaru and Mathieu van Bellen while studying baroque violin with Shunske Sato.

I have my own violin class in Amsterdam, and I love teaching.

I look forward to sharing this adventure with you!
Hope to hear from you!
Louisa

Marta

5.0

(17)

Hello! Would you like to play the violin?

I am a professional violinist located in Amsterdam, with teaching experience with children, young and adult ages.

I create a personal and flexible plan for each student depending on your level. I am an open and flexible teacher so I can adapt to the student interests (learning different kind of music as classical, pop, film music, etc.), putting special attention to healthy postural habits.

I got my Bachelor degree in Maastricht Conservatory in 2018, studying with Kyoko Yonemoto. Currently I am following the training on Alexander technique and barroc violin studies.

Do you want to know more about the lessons? Don't hesitate contacting me!

Miriam

5.0

(17)

You can come to me for violin lessons, folklore, jazz (theory), improvisation techniques and ensemble coaching.
Together we will look for your music and creativity. I make a lot of use of (together) playing and improvisation, technique is a guide for what you want to learn.
Getting to know the violin for young and old, playing with Balkan ornaments, improvising by ear or deepening in harmony or chord schemes, these are all possible subjects in my lessons.
My lessons are 30 or 45 minutes (not strict).

Isaac

5.0

(17)

Do you want to learn violin or improve your skills on it? So you're more than welcome to my class! With me you can learn from the basics of this instrument to the advanced technique in a helpful and efficient way. Even I can help you with orchestral auditions or auditions to enter in a music school.
I have my bachelor's diploma from Spain and now I'm doing the violin master degree in Utrecht Conservatorium.

If you need help with music theory I can help you too so don't hesitate to contact me!

José

5.0

(17)

I'm a 24 years old Portuguese violist currently living in Amsterdam.
I have studied at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam with Nobuko Imai and Francien Schatborn for 6 years from 2014 till 2020.
As a freelancer I work with numerous orchestras such as: Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra and Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Radio Filharmonisch Orkest and Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra. I'm also an active chamber music player, amongst others as a member of the Rotterdam Chamber Music Society.

In addition to my private teaching experience, I have also done a teaching internship at the Muziekschool in Amstelveen during my studies, which gave me a lot of experience working with all levels of playing.

In my lessons I always go first for the student's aim, what suits him/her the best and always serving the music.
And of course having fun and pleasure in music making!

Gabriel

5.0

(17)

Private Violin lessons in Amsterdam, with a specific focus on the "Suzuki Talent Education".

I teach children from ages 4 up to the conservatory level. My main teaching approach is based on the principles of the Suzuki Method. The lessons are tailored to the specific needs of each student, including game-like exercises and space to be creative and have fun!. I also teach adults who play the violin as a hobby.
What is the Suzuki Method?
Developed by Shin'ichi Suzuki, a Japanese violinist, and pedagogue who was one of the most influential ones of the 20th century. Through a life-long process of experiences, research and evolution, S.Suzuki created the "Mother Tongue Method" based on the observation that all children learn to speak their native language with ease through listening and repetition. He believed that since very young children could master the complexity of their native language, they could also master playing the violin.

The Suzuki Method not only contributes to the development of the musical abilities in children but it is also a great and powerful influence on a child's growth as a human being and their social values, sensitivity, discipline and love for life.

“Musical ability is not an inborn talent but an ability which can be developed. Any child who is properly trained can develop musical ability, just as all children develop the ability to speak their mother tongue. The potential of every child is unlimited." S.Suzuki.

Fermin

5.0

(17)

My goal is that you come out of the lessons feeling inspired and enriched by music and of course, trying to enjoy together. There is no need to have a minimum level for the lessons, whether you are a beginner or have an advanced level for violin-viola or Music theory, my lessons will be adapted to your needs and desires to get the best out of each student. Flexible lesson times, without stress and of course having fun and pleasure in music-making!

Lessons online in English, German (beginner), Spanish and Basque

Alejandro

5.0

(17)

Private lessons for beginners to advanced level of violin playing. All ages are welcome. I am a professionally trained teacher and violinist for almost two decades. My lessons are given in English, Spanish and (basic) Dutch.

My teaching method is variable depending on the students' needs, but the goal is shared: to make a great musician and qualified violinist out of the pupil. I work on both technical and musical aspects from a (very) consciously prepared healthy and enjoyable perspective. Particular emphasis on having fun with the little ones!

I pay special attention to creating a personalized education and experience for every one of my students. I also give some additional tools applicable to the violin playing which includes: Introduction to Yoga, Feldenkrais, Alexander Technique and Body & Mind. All the basic theory is taught too.

Occasionally, there are student concerts and collaborations with other teachers. (These may include some teachers from the Sweelinck Academy or the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, and more).

From among the required tools for my lessons are: a violin and a bow, score and books purchases when necessary, and, from time to time, meetings with the parents. On occasion, I use digital tools like phone/tablet apps.

I can teach in various places near or in the center of Amsterdam, or, depending on the need, I can move to pretty much wherever in The Netherlands.

About the homework, I send it to the students on a weekly basis and encourage them to participate on competitions and summer music courses. As always, this is conditional on the pupil's stage.

Filipe

5.0

(17)

Hi!
Originally from Madeira (Portugal), I have been playing the violin for more than 20 years. After graduating from Bachelor and Masters, both at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, I have decided to pursue my education in the teaching field, currently enrolled on a second master's degree, this time in teaching.

In addition to already having a vast curriculum as a soloist or orchestral musician, I consider myself highly passionate about teaching, not only violin but also music theory. I have been very lucky to have had great teachers, who, in addition to have taught me the violin and the love for music, they have also shaped the person I am today.

I can't find anything more rewarding than to share everything what I learned throughtout all these years!

Francisca

5.0

(17)

Are you into music? Would you like to know how to play an instrument, maybe violin or viola?? That’s a very good choice!
I’m Francisca, from Portugal, and I’m taking my bachelor in the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I started my music lessons when I was still a baby, going to music for babies lessons! Later, when I was three years old I was very interested in playing the violin and at six years old decided to change to viola! Having the opportunity to share my passion for music with someone it is something very grateful for me!!

Julian

5.0

(17)

Hi, I am a violinist and my name is Julian since I was a child I have played the violin and I came to The Netherlands for my master’s in violin performance. I have participated in different kinds of events around the world and I have broad experience in classical music, teaching, and music performances. with more than 15 years of experience playing in different kinds of ensembles and 10 years teaching and coaching musical young projects.

I would love to share the knowledge I have learned throughout all these years.

Inês

5.0

(17)

Hello! I am Inês, a professional violinist based in Amsterdam.

After completing my Bachelor at Codarts-Rotterdam and my Master and Postgraduate in violin performance at the Koniklijk Conservatory Brussel, I am currently active as a freelance violinist and perform regularly in chamber music concerts, having played in festivals such as the Grachten Festival, OUTDOORS, Opera Forward Festival, Uitmarkt, among others.

I am also passionate about teaching, and have experience working both in individual lessons with a wide range of ages and in conducting group workshops for children.

Wether you are taking your first steps with the violin or if you have played it before and want to pick it up again, I will guide you through developing your musical ear, cultivating a solid and healthy technique, reading music scores fluently, and mostly - to enjoy playing music!

Jose

5.0

(17)

I am Jose Carlos, currently academist in the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, I also won recently a tutti viola position in Phion Orkest.

I studied my master's degree with Prof. Wolfram Christ in Freiburg. I recieved lessons from Nobuko Imai, Kim Kashkashian and Harmut Rohde, among others.

I want to share all I have learned from them and from my experience.

Currently based in Amsterdam, I offer viola lessons and auditions training.

Manuel

5.0

(17)

My violin classes are open to people of all ages and levels. You may have used to play the violin many years ago and are trying to get back at it but don't know how, you may have just started and you're looking for a teacher that can guide your first steps, you may be looking for regular coaching for an already developed sense of musicality — my classes accommodate all of the above and more.
Most of my pupils are already intermediate students who are dedicated to becoming the young violinists of the future, but that doesn't mean my class isn't for you if you are simply looking for a hobby! Music is about having fun together!

I can teach in English (fluent), Portuguese (fluent), Spanish (fluent) or French (conversational).