Teaching

Violin & Piano Lessons

Learn. Play. Grow.

Whether you are starting your musical journey, returning to an instrument after a break, preparing for an examination or audition, or simply looking to become a more confident musician, I offer personalised violin and piano lessons for children, teenagers and adults.

My teaching combines strong technical foundations with musical expression, curiosity and confidence. Every student is different, so lessons are tailored to their individual experience, goals and interests.

✓ Violin & Piano · ✓ Beginners to Advanced · ✓ Children & Adults · ✓ In-Person & Online

🎻 Violin Lessons

As a professional violinist and graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, I offer violin lessons from beginner to advanced level.

Lessons can include:

✓ Developing a secure and natural violin technique

✓ Posture, bowing and sound production

✓ Intonation, rhythm and coordination

✓ Musical expression and interpretation

✓ Repertoire and performance preparation

✓ Sight-reading and aural skills

✓ ABRSM examination preparation

✓ Audition and performance preparation

Whether you are learning your first notes or preparing for an important performance, I aim to create a supportive environment where you can develop both technically and musically.

🎹 Piano Lessons

Piano was my second instrument at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where I received formal training alongside my principal violin studies.

My piano education included conservatoire performance examinations and the ABRSM Diploma in Performance. I also had the opportunity to study piano with Edward Cohen, further developing my understanding of piano performance, interpretation and musicianship.

I teach piano with an emphasis on developing strong foundations while helping students become confident and expressive musicians.

Lessons can include:

✓ Piano technique and coordination

✓ Music reading and sight-reading

✓ Rhythm and musical understanding

✓ Repertoire and interpretation

✓ Musical expression and performance

✓ Ear training and musicianship

✓ ABRSM examination preparation

✓ Performance preparation

My experience as both a violinist and pianist allows me to bring a broader understanding of harmony, musical structure and musicianship into my piano teaching.

🎼 My Teaching Approach

Every student is different.

I believe that good teaching begins with understanding the individual student.

Some students want to work towards formal examinations or auditions. Others learn an instrument simply because they love music. Some are beginning from scratch, while others want to overcome a particular technical challenge or take their playing to a higher level.

Whatever your goal, lessons are adapted to your needs, pace and musical interests.

✓ Strong Foundations

Good technique gives you freedom. I help students develop healthy and reliable technical habits from the beginning, creating a foundation that allows them to play with greater confidence and ease.

✓ Musical Expression

Learning an instrument is about more than playing the correct notes. I encourage students to listen, experiment and develop their own understanding of the music, with attention to phrasing, tone, rhythm and expression.

✓ Confidence & Independence

My goal is to help students gradually become independent musicians — able to practise effectively, understand what they are playing and approach new music with confidence.

🎓 My Musical Background

I studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where violin was my principal instrument and piano my second instrument.

Alongside my violin studies, I pursued extensive piano training, including conservatoire performance examinations and the ABRSM Diploma in Performance. I also had the opportunity to study piano with Edward Cohen.

Studying both violin and piano has given me a broad perspective on musicianship and performance. It has strengthened my understanding of harmony, musical structure, interpretation and ensemble playing, and continues to shape the way I teach both instruments.

I bring my performance experience and conservatoire training into every lesson, helping students develop not only as instrumentalists but as thoughtful, confident and expressive musicians.

🌱 Lessons for Every Stage

✓ Beginners

No previous experience is necessary. We will build your musical foundations step by step in an encouraging and enjoyable environment.

✓ Developing Musicians

If you already play, we can identify areas for development and work towards improving your technique, musical understanding and confidence.

✓ Examinations

For students preparing for ABRSM examinations, lessons can be tailored to include repertoire, technique, sight-reading, aural skills and performance preparation.

✓ Auditions & Performances

I provide focused preparation for auditions, performances and other important musical occasions, helping students feel technically prepared and confident.

✓ Adult Learners

It is never too late to learn an instrument. Lessons can be adapted to your previous experience, interests and available practice time.