Violin lessons in Amsterdam | English&Chinese Bilingual Tuition

From 96 C$ /h

I’m Lana, a performing violin student studying at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I offer one-on-one violin tuition for all levels, taught in both English and Mandarin.

I have performed at Het Concertgebouw Amsterdam and venues across Asia, and I hold awards from international violin competitions. I tailor every lesson to match your goals:

• Beginner kids & adult newcomers: Build solid basic technique and musical interest

• Hobby players: Improve tone, rhythm and musical expression

• Advanced learners: Exam preparation, competition repertoire & conservatory audition coaching

Two learning formats are available:

1. In-person private lessons at my quiet dedicated music studio in Amsterdam

2. Worldwide online video lessons
Extra practice coaching service is also provided to fix intonation, posture and phrasing efficiently during your daily practice.

I focus on natural, comfortable playing posture instead of rigid mechanical drills, helping you enjoy violin while making steady progress. Full performance biography can be found on my personal website.

Location

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1095 MN Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Me

I’m Lana, a violin performer and tutor based in Amsterdam. I teach in both English and Mandarin, making me a great fit for international and Chinese-speaking families.

As a student at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam with extensive stage experience, I balance professional musical knowledge with gentle, patient teaching. I adapt my style to every learner: I keep young kids engaged with fun music games, help adult hobbyists build confidence, and guide advanced students toward exams, competitions and conservatory auditions.

I offer flexible learning options including in-person studio lessons, worldwide online tuition and targeted practice coaching. My priority is helping students play comfortably and develop genuine love for classical violin, rather than rigid, stressful drills.

Education

Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Classical Violin Performance, current full-time performance student, studying solo violin and chamber music under renowned international professors, focusing on classical solo repertoire, orchestral excerpts and competition-level musicianship training.

Experience / Qualifications

• Performed at Het Concertgebouw Amsterdam and concert venues across Asia, Australia and Europe

• Silver medalist of the Brahms International Violin Competition, finalist of Vienna International Violin Competition

• Multiple regional violin competition first prizes

• Private violin tutoring experience for children, adult beginners and pre-conservatory students

• Bilingual tuition in Mandarin & English; available for offline studio lessons, online classes and daily practice coaching

• Solo concerto performer with amateur & semi-professional orchestras, regular participant of international classical music festivals

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Chinese

Skills

Violin

Musical styles:

Classical

Playing techniques:

Vibrato

Scales & arpeggios

Intonation

Bowing techniques

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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.

Abigaël

5.0

(17)

I'm living in Valencia and study a masters of Contemporary Performance at Berklee Valencia. If you want in person lesson, we can do that in Valencia. Otherwise I am available via zoom to give you lesson exactly in what you need. Most important is that YOU decide how your lesson is going to be.

Irene

5.0

(17)

My violin lessons are shaped in relation to the student's age, goals and interests. I have experience in teaching to children as well as adults and I like the student to have fun while learning such a wonderful thing as playing music. If you are a beginner I'll start with the basic theory, but always in combination with practical approach on the instrument.
I'm mostly working with classical music, but I'm also into other genres and I'm very open to help you in any way I can.
I can teach in english and in Italian (working on the dutch!) and I can't provide the violin, but I can give some suggestions about where and how to find it. Please contact me if interested!

Ezgi

5.0

(17)

I am a professional viola/violin player with a masters degree.Currently I am performing with orchestras overall Netherlands and teaching at the same time.
My goal is to keep my students enthusiastic, challenged and inspired but in an easy-going way.
During our lessons we will learn songs and raise it in a good level with fun exercises.We can always add up some challenges for coming lesson and add some duo in our repertory to play together. So let's have fun and work same time!

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).

Tamara

5.0

(17)

I'm Georgian violinist, currently studying at the concervatory van Amsterdam. I have a lot of experience to play on stage as a soloist as well as in ensembles. I am winner of many national and international competitions. I have had many opportunities to get lessons from many well known teachers, musicians from all over the world. Currently, I get lessons from Prof. Ilya Grubert.
It's my pleasure to share my knowledge to others and have a nice music atmosphere!

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

Rita

5.0

(17)

I just finished my masters in the Conservatorium van Amsterdam where I got the opportunity to learn from the some of the best musicians in Europe. I can help you to learn the violin and the viola at any desired level. I can also help you with music theory lessons, mostly for beginners.

Ernst

5.0

(17)

Learning an instrument is an exciting process. With concrete steps and lots of fun, I introduce students to the instrument and find a repertoire that suits them. From classical to film music.

Master: Conservatory of Amsterdam, violin.

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!

Yammy

5.0

(17)

As a Cambridge University graduate in the Faculty of Education, I am delighted to have settled down in the Netherlands since September 2019. I started piano at the age of 5, and music has been an important part of my life ever since.

Classically trained as a violinist, I picked up another instrument named Erhu (Chinese violin) and became a professional performer. I am experienced in teaching both children and adults, from different cultural backgrounds.

Also, I have been actively involved in both Western and Chinese orchestra since high school. Thanks to my years of experience in being an orchestra member and soloist, I am also familiar with orchestral music.

As a humble music therapist, I am passionate about music and believe in the power of music. I trust that music is in everybody and I respect every student's individuality and thus tailor my teaching methods to develop my students' full potential.

I started teaching in 2009 and most students put their trust in me when they first decided to learn an instrument. I also enjoy exploring the world of music with students with learning disabilities.

I am proud to say, my students, aged from 5 to 60, are enthusiastic in playing the instrument they have chosen and keen to improve their skills following my advice.

I adopt a flexible approach in teaching - I believe every student is unique and my job is to develop the strengths and improve the weaknesses. I put a lot of emphasis on a solid foundation in my teaching.

For young children, I tend to use a more interactive approach to explain complicated music theories, yet strict in the fundamentals such as posture and rhythm. For adults, I am always happy to discuss with them my lesson plan and choose the best exercises and songs that suit their music interests and needs.

For my students who would like to take exams, I am happy to tailor the lessons based on their progress. I believe in the quality of learning and understanding rather than the number of pieces that they learn. Many beginners and their parents have put their trusts in me and achieved distinction in their first ABRSM exam.

I am fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, and a native speaker of Cantonese Chinese.

I am happy to travel and travel costs will be added on the top of the standard tuition fee.

*Proof of qualifications avaliable upon requests.

Amanda

5.0

(17)

Amanda started studying the violin from age 4 with various teachers from the Sydney Conservatorium (incorporating influences from Suzuki and Alexander methods) and obtained a distinction in Licentiate of Violin Performance from the Australian Music Examination Board. In addition, she has performed in orchestral projects across Australia, Asia and Europe (including but not limited to the Australian Youth Orchestra, The Philharmonic Orchestra Singapore and the Hong Kong Orchestra) and also enjoys curating chamber music projects as well as improvising with pop and theatre groups.

Amanda works very closely with her students to design a learning approach that works for both teacher and student, depending on various factors including but not limited to the student's musical background, technique and their commitment to learning. She can guide absolute beginners (children/adults) and/or people who stopped playing for a time and would now like to reconnect with the instrument. Nothing beats the feeling of making a beautiful sound on an instrument like the violin!

It's important to know if a teacher or instrument is right for you :)

Amanda runs a studio/venue in Amsterdam (2 tram stops from Central) where she also conducts her lessons.

Blair

5.0

(17)

Blair began violin at age 6, studying under a number of world-class teachers including Sebastian Muller, Prof. Yair Kless, Michael Malmgreen, Milan Vitek, Soon-Mi Chung, Mauricio Fuks and Detlef Hahn. Attending the Junior Royal Northern College of Music, he also developed his abilities across a range of studies, pursuing both classical and jazz piano, conducting and composition. Receiving a BMus (Hons) from the Royal Northern College of Music, Blair led ensembles including RNCM String Orchestra, Session Orchestra and was a founding member of the UnHeard Hybrid Orchestra and John Phillips Quartet. Currently undergoing a Master's in Live Electronics at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Blair explores the combining of his traditional instruments with live electronic extensions.

With a strong passion for both contemporary and classical repertoire, I prioritise creating a supportive environment where you can confidently explore your musical creativity. As your teacher, I aim to empower you to discover new styles while staying grounded in foundational techniques. If you're motivated and eager to learn, I'd be delighted to work with you. My teaching methods are wholly flexible and tailored to your unique learning style, ensuring a deeply rewarding experience.

Lessons are in English.

Based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

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.

Lydia

5.0

(17)

I am Lydia, and I am studying violin at the Amsterdam Conservatory. As part of my studies, I need to gain experience in teaching. I have been playing the violin myself for 12 years and I feel at home in all kinds of styles. I am open to students of all ages and levels!