Violin Lessons

I teach violin to anyone of any age - it's never too late to start! My focus is on building healthy, sustainable technical foundations & a positive emotional relationship with the instrument - the primary instrument in violin playing is the mind & body. As I learned from the Alexander-technique informed teaching of Goetz Richter, great violin playing is made possible by eliminating stress and tension physically and psychologically.

I believe it's important to let the student's goals inform my teaching method - there is no singular correct approach. While building a foundation, I generally teach from the AMEB technical workbooks, with the option to participate in exams - but if a student would prefer a more casual approach to learning violin, or would like to focus on other styles, I can absolutely offer flexible, alternative approaches to teaching. As someone who uses violin in experimental ways in contemporary pop / electronic music, I'm open to anything - not to mention, I'd happily share my knowledge in running violin through looping & effects pedals any day!