Violin and viola lessons for all - Geneva

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Violin and viola lessons for all

From 140.87 C$ /h

Violin and Viola lessons for amateurs and professionals.
International concert and graduate professor at the HEM in Geneva and the RCM in London.
I propose an individualized pedagogy for children or adults, a help to the preparation of the exams or simply to discover the great pleasure of the music through the violin or the viola. All ages, all levels.

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Chemin de la Tour-de-Champel, 1206 Genève, Suisse

About Me

Isabel Villanueva is one of the best violists of the new generation; she was awarded the Spanish National Cultural Prize 2015 by the Spanish Radio and Television (Premio Ojo Critico). She is particularly appreciated for her expressiveness and sensitivity, as well as for the passion with which she is committed to promoting the viola as an instrument with a specific voice.

Isabel has performed in recitals and as a soloist in Europe, the Middle East and Russia in prestigious venues such as the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Hall, London's Wigmore Hall, the Slovenian Philharmonic Hall in Ljubljana , the Palau de la Musica Catalana in Barcelona, the Estonia Concert Hall in Tallinn or the Roudaki Hall in Tehran. She has been invited to perform at festivals such as the Pablo Casals Festival in Prades, the Santander Festival or the LegeArtis Festival in Austria. His concerts have been recorded by Spanish Radio-Television, Catalunya Musica, Estonian Radio-Television, Estonia Klassika Raadio, Radio Television Suisse and Television Russia "Kultura".

Isabel Villanueva has been invited to perform as a soloist the works for viola and orchestra by JC Bach, Händel, Mozart, Hoffmeister, Bruch, Weber, Britten Hindemith, Bartok, Walton, Guibadulina, Olivero and Zarate with orchestras such as the Symphony Orchestra of Spanish Radio and Television, Soloists of Moscow, Estonian Symphony Orchestra, Novaya Rossiya State Symphony Orchestra, Malaga Philharmonic Orchestra, Castille and Leon Symphony Orchestra, Glasperlen Sinfonietta from Tallinn.

In chamber music, she gives concerts with artists such as Andrea Lucchesini, Martti Rousi, Michael Levinas, Daniel Schnyder, the Quartetto di Cremona or the Trio Arbós.

Isabel Villanueva is very interested in the development of viola music. She has created many works and collaborated with composers such as Gubaidulina, Olivero, Marco, Zarate, Cervello, Khoury and Khayam. In 2010, she created José Zarate's viola concerto at the Zaragoza Auditorium. In 2012, she was invited to perform in the Great Hall of the St. Petersburg Philharmonic the concerto for two violas "Two Paths" Sofia Gubaidulina on the eightieth anniversary of the composer. In 2013, she was the first foreign violist invited to give a solo recital in Tehran. In 2014, she was the guest soloist playing Betty Olivero's "Neharot, Neharot" in the Estonian Concert Hall for the MustonenFest Closing Gala in Tallinn.

Isabel Villanueva has received numerous awards and honors, including the Intercentres Competition, the Jeunesses Musicales Espagnoles, the Mravinsky Competition of Saint Petersburg, the Beethoven Viola Competition of the Czech Republic, and the Yuri Bashmet Viola Competition in Moscow. In 2014, she received the "Albert Lullin Prize" from the City of Geneva; In 2015, she was named "ambassador of Spanish talent" under the acronym Marca España and "cultural ambassador" of the Prim'Enfance Foundation of Geneva.

Isabel studied with Igor Sulyga, Yuri Bashmet, Lawrence Power and Nobuko Imai; She is a graduate of the Royal College of Music in London, the Chigiana Academy of Siena and the University of Music of Geneva. She has given masterclasses in Spain, Iran and Lebanon.

Education

Master - Geneva High School of Music
Master - Royal College of Music in London
Bachelor 'Instrumental Pedagogy' Superior Conservatory of Navarre

Experience / Qualifications

Since 2012 official masterclasses in numerous Conservatories Superior and Professional in Spain, Lebanon, Tehran, England.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

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Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

French

English

Italian

Spanish

Skills

Children's music

Violin

Viola

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Andrew

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I am certified by the Friborg Conservatory and I am currently playing in the United Nations Orchestra. I am studying in Geneva and I give violin lessons for beginners. In my beginnings at the conservatory, I experienced the difficulty of clinging and being disciplined for violin lessons at the conservatory. I am committed to transmitting the basics in a professional manner, and to make this activity attractive and dynamic. I take care of selecting scores of theoretical notebooks, studies, training for bows, fingerings and finally, melodies and musical works.

Célia

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As a violinist: I am currently a student at the Geneva University of Music, after having followed the pre-professional course at the Conservatoire de Musique de Genève. During my career, I won several prizes such as the Vatelot Rampal competition in Paris and the Jeunesses Musicales of Switzerland soloist, and string quartet (alongside Julie Berthollet in particular). I also attended the Indianapolis University Academy summer internship.

As a Pedagogue: in addition to sporadically giving individual lessons for 4 years, I was part of the "Jeunesses Musicales of Switzerland" youth and youth internship team for three consecutive years.

Overall, my goal is to allow my students to have fun making music, to express themselves as they wish and hear, with their instrument!
I adapt the rhythm of my teaching, my teaching materials, the choice of songs to each, according to the requests that are made to me. My classes can also take the status of personal work support; in this case, students can obviously bring me their scores worked with their main teacher, or those they play in chamber music / orchestra.

In short: The violin is an art, it learns yes, but we play! :)

Fabiola

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I am offering lessons, in English or in French, for all ages and levels. After being 20 years in this field, I can share my experience and knowledge for the well-being of my students in a relaxing environment. I am a graduate of Bachelor and Master's at Haute Ecole de Musique de Genève. For further details, don't hesitate to contact me!

I offer lessons for all ages and levels in English or French. After having been in this field for 20 years, I can share my experience and knowledge for the well-being of my students in a relaxing environment. I have a Bachelor's and Master's degree from the Haute Ecole de Musique de Genève. For more details, do not hesitate to contact me!

Martha

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Hello !
Violinist and currently a student at the Haute École de Musique de Genève, I offer lessons in violin, viola, musical awakening or music theory for all levels and all ages, but also preparation courses for the baccalaureate option music .
I also offer support lessons for students who are already studying in a conservatory.
Very interested in pedagogy for a long time, I have already taught private lessons in Paris and Versailles, but also at the conservatory of Dreux in France, where I had the pleasure of being a violin teacher and accompanying my students. in their musical journey.
Passionate about music since I was little, I am interested in different styles; so-called “classical” music, due to my training, but also jazz, Klezmer music and Eastern music, due to my origins.
From a pedagogical point of view, I know how to adapt to everyone, and the method I propose to learn is centered around the pleasure of playing, while ensuring that I provide my students with a stable knowledge base, theory, practice and musical culture.
Hope to meet you,
Martha

Edwin

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Violinist with a Masters in Pedagogy and a Masters in Concert.
I have been teaching for many years in various schools, including the Centre Artistique du Lac, an art school, and the Notre-Dame du Lac institute in Geneva.
I also play regularly with the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and the Geneva Chamber Orchestra.

I really like teaching in private because it gives us the possibility of creating à la carte lessons and being as close as possible to the needs and pleasure of each student.
Lessons are for all ages, all levels, individual or in small groups.
Feel free to ask questions 😊

Lara

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Hello 👋
Currently studying for a Master's degree in violin at the Geneva University of Music in the class of Alexander Rozhdestvenskiy, I offer violin, piano, music theory and viola lessons at home!
I am used to working with students of all levels and all age groups.
For students who want a repeater it is also possible.
For violinists or violists who have a piano available, it will be possible to rehearse with piano accompaniment!

Héloise

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I was trained from Paris to Normandy to Lyon, from the age of 4 to 20 in violin and music theory. I want to teach the love of the instrument, expression. I had teachers who demotivated me, and I want to teach the violin to people who have difficulty having confidence. I used to train in viola and drums and music theory, for people who want to have fun.

Susila

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My violin method focuses on finding natural body movements, and I encourage ensemble playing to hear the harmonies in the music. Let's discover together how natural and fun playing the violin can be!
Possible languages: French/German/English/Chinese.

Nelson

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Want to discover a new instrument for the pleasure of music, to progress, motivate yourself, support between lessons or for a competition? Graduated from the Haute École de Musique de Genève in 2024, I transmit with pleasure and my passion for this beautiful instrument in dynamic, interactive lessons, at the service of the student whatever his level.

Shihli

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"This course is aimed at anyone who wants to learn or deepen their violin playing in a lively, easy-to-understand, and individual way. With over 15 years of experience as a professional violin teacher, soloist, and orchestral musician, I offer inspiring lessons that combine technical precision with the joy of music.

Whether you prefer classical, popular, or jazz, the course will be tailored to your goals and favorite pieces. Let's discover the versatility of violin playing together and develop your musical potential—at any level!

I'm a concert violinist with a deep passion for teaching. My musical journey began at the Special Music School in St. Petersburg (Russia), continued at the Royal College of Music in London, and brought me to the Haute école de musique de Genève — experiences that shaped me both as a performer and as a tutor.

I’ve worked with students of all ages and levels, from young beginners to aspiring professionals. Whether you're preparing for a major audition or simply want to explore music for the joy of it, I tailor each lesson to you — your needs and your pace.

For me, music is never just about notes or technique. It's about meaning, imagination, and emotional depth. I strive to help each student find their own voice through the violin, developing not only solid skills but also a true artistic identity.

Maud

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My violin lessons are open to all ages and levels. I tailor each session to your needs and desires: technique, repertoire, improvisation, or exam preparation.

My teaching is based on listening, kindness, and the joy of playing. The goal is for each student to progress at their own pace, developing their technical foundations, motivation, and self-confidence.

Vasilii

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Violin lessons for adults and children.

- Individual approach to each student
- Hand positioning, ear and rhythm development
- Classical and contemporary repertoire

This course is for you if you want to develop your overall musicality and violin skills and learn to enjoy music-making.

Tzu

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I place great importance on each student's inner motivation and sensitivity to sound. My approach aims to develop listening skills, timbre awareness, and musical expression, while helping each student overcome their inhibitions with personalized learning methods. With over nine years of experience, including several years at the Neuhof-Stockfeld music school in Strasbourg, I adapt my lessons to each student's personality, needs, and pace. Whether you are a beginner or advanced, child or adult, I offer tailored guidance in a supportive yet challenging environment.