Fun and engaging violin lessons for all ages & levels

Sharing knowledge and expertise is a great passion of mine. I am a graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (BMus Hons and MA) where I have studied with Maya Iwabuchi, leader of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and Katie Hull, assistant concertmaster of the Scottish Opera. With over five years teaching experience, I am a Deputy Tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Juniors, the East Dunbartonshire Council, Midlothian Council and Sistema Scotland. I teach children and adults from beginners to professional level. My teaching philosophy focuses on the individuality of each student. I consider it extremely important to get to know the student and understand their character in order to attune to each student's particular learning style. I aim to promote a high standard of music in a comfortable and engaging environment in which encourages and supports the student to develop their own self-expression, ask questions, improve, achieve their full potential and have fun! I believe that patience and support are essential, so I do everything in my power to provide help and guidance every step of the way. I am experienced in preparing pupils for performances, ABRSM exams; beginners to Grade 8 and DipABRSM Level,SQA exams and entry exams to music schools. However, no pressure to do so if you don't wish to. The discipline of the Conservatoire and the new techniques I have been taught have improved my musicianship greatly, and I am very eager to pass on this knowledge to others.