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Violin: Classical music.
From 99.98 C$ /h
I don't mind encountering difficulties on your learning path as a musician because it has allowed me to discover, research and learn many different ways of playing the violin.
What came of it? I am a passionate, versatile classical musician who has found a special connection with her instrument.
Together with the student I like to look for their perfect posture, I try to make the learning process enjoyable and strive for new levels of playing.
No matter how seriously we take it sometimes, we should not forget why we started music: because it feels good.
Below is some information about my competencies:
Rīgas Mūzikas Skola No.3 (2001 - 2009)
Teacher - Vija Student
Jāzepa Vītola Latvijas Mūzikas Akadēmija
Teacher - Anete Zvaigzne (2001 - 2007), Andris Baumanis (2006 - 2009)
Jāzepa Mediņa Mūzikas Vidusskola (2009 - 2010)
Teacher - Kārlis Bramanis
Ventspils Mūzikas Vidusskola (2010 - 2014)
Teacher - Andris Puziņš
Conservatory of Amsterdam (2014 – 2015)
Preparatory year for Bachelor's degree in Violin Performing Classical Music
Teacher - Johannes Leertouwer
Ghent University (2015 - 2016)
UCT - Dutch language course B2
Royal Conservatory of Ghent (2015 – 2018)
Bachelor Violin Performing Classical Music
Teacher - Olga Zolotareva
Mechelen Conservatory (2018 - present)
Baroque violin teacher - Ann Cnop
I have also been fortunate to have taken Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais and Mindfulness courses.
In 2018 I won first prize in the international violin competition Märkische Musiktage and I was able to play solo with Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt.
What came of it? I am a passionate, versatile classical musician who has found a special connection with her instrument.
Together with the student I like to look for their perfect posture, I try to make the learning process enjoyable and strive for new levels of playing.
No matter how seriously we take it sometimes, we should not forget why we started music: because it feels good.
Below is some information about my competencies:
Rīgas Mūzikas Skola No.3 (2001 - 2009)
Teacher - Vija Student
Jāzepa Vītola Latvijas Mūzikas Akadēmija
Teacher - Anete Zvaigzne (2001 - 2007), Andris Baumanis (2006 - 2009)
Jāzepa Mediņa Mūzikas Vidusskola (2009 - 2010)
Teacher - Kārlis Bramanis
Ventspils Mūzikas Vidusskola (2010 - 2014)
Teacher - Andris Puziņš
Conservatory of Amsterdam (2014 – 2015)
Preparatory year for Bachelor's degree in Violin Performing Classical Music
Teacher - Johannes Leertouwer
Ghent University (2015 - 2016)
UCT - Dutch language course B2
Royal Conservatory of Ghent (2015 – 2018)
Bachelor Violin Performing Classical Music
Teacher - Olga Zolotareva
Mechelen Conservatory (2018 - present)
Baroque violin teacher - Ann Cnop
I have also been fortunate to have taken Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais and Mindfulness courses.
In 2018 I won first prize in the international violin competition Märkische Musiktage and I was able to play solo with Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt.
Location
At student's location :
- Around Ghent, Belgium
Online from Belgium
About Me
I started playing violin when I was 8 years old back in Riga, Latvia. Thanks to wonderful teachers like Vija Studente, Anete Zvaigzne and Andris Baumanis, I was able to fall in love with music and start using violin to be a part of that world.
In 2014 I have moved to Amsterdam for a preparatory year at the Concervatorium van Amsterdam, then in 2015 - I met a perfect teacher to guide me and started my bachelor degree at the Conservatory of Ghent with Olga Zolotareva.
To me, it has always been crucial to have a good relationship with my violin teachers as it shapes the way we play so much and sometimes even who we are. In my opinion, every student deserves a unique, personal approach. Everyone has their own reason for playing music. Each and every one of us, no matter if we are professional musicians, students or just making music in our spare time as a hobby - things we find motivating and our reasons are all unique and none of them are “right” or “wrong”.
I love music and violin helps me have a distinct voice within it. Playing music can be an outlet for feelings, emotions or ideas that otherwise would be hard to express. I love every aspect of it and will do my best to make it possible for others to find something special for themselves within the discipline.
If you are not familiar with music theory - that is not a problem at all, I can provide basic knowledge along with your progress on the instrument - I also learned the theory from my violin teacher even though I had separate theory lessons at school - it was a lot more clear with the instrument in hand and very simple approach from my teacher.
Are you an advanced player, maybe even thinking of coming to study at a conservatory? I would be more than happy to provide a different perspective on your playing, give advice or redirect you to the next step if you need it. I know first hand how scary, frustrating and hard it can be, but at the same time rewarding and magical.
In 2014 I have moved to Amsterdam for a preparatory year at the Concervatorium van Amsterdam, then in 2015 - I met a perfect teacher to guide me and started my bachelor degree at the Conservatory of Ghent with Olga Zolotareva.
To me, it has always been crucial to have a good relationship with my violin teachers as it shapes the way we play so much and sometimes even who we are. In my opinion, every student deserves a unique, personal approach. Everyone has their own reason for playing music. Each and every one of us, no matter if we are professional musicians, students or just making music in our spare time as a hobby - things we find motivating and our reasons are all unique and none of them are “right” or “wrong”.
I love music and violin helps me have a distinct voice within it. Playing music can be an outlet for feelings, emotions or ideas that otherwise would be hard to express. I love every aspect of it and will do my best to make it possible for others to find something special for themselves within the discipline.
If you are not familiar with music theory - that is not a problem at all, I can provide basic knowledge along with your progress on the instrument - I also learned the theory from my violin teacher even though I had separate theory lessons at school - it was a lot more clear with the instrument in hand and very simple approach from my teacher.
Are you an advanced player, maybe even thinking of coming to study at a conservatory? I would be more than happy to provide a different perspective on your playing, give advice or redirect you to the next step if you need it. I know first hand how scary, frustrating and hard it can be, but at the same time rewarding and magical.
Education
Ongoing degrees:
Baroque violin (Conservatory of Mechelen, class of Ann Cnop)
Master Classical Violin (Royal Conservatory of Ghent, class of Olga Zolotareva)
Diplomas:
Bachelor diploma Performing musician: Classical music: Violin (Royal Conservatory of Ghent, class of Olga Zolotareva)
Preparatory year at the Conservatory of Amsterdam (Class of Johannes Leertouwer)
High school diploma from the Ventspils Music High School (Class of Andris Puzins)
1st prize international competition Merkiche musiktage, Germany 2018
3rd prize Latvian national competition 2010
Baroque violin (Conservatory of Mechelen, class of Ann Cnop)
Master Classical Violin (Royal Conservatory of Ghent, class of Olga Zolotareva)
Diplomas:
Bachelor diploma Performing musician: Classical music: Violin (Royal Conservatory of Ghent, class of Olga Zolotareva)
Preparatory year at the Conservatory of Amsterdam (Class of Johannes Leertouwer)
High school diploma from the Ventspils Music High School (Class of Andris Puzins)
1st prize international competition Merkiche musiktage, Germany 2018
3rd prize Latvian national competition 2010
Experience / Qualifications
Performed solo with Brandenburgiches stadsorchester, Symfonieorkest van het Conservatorium Gent, Ventspils Muzic High School orchestra.
Participated in the young talent program at the Conservatory of Latvia with professors Anete Zvaigzne, Andris Baumanis.
Masterclasses with: Alexey Ludin (Concertmaster Moscow Virtuosi Orchestra, Meritorious Artist of Russia), Alessandro Moccia, Vineta Sareika (Artemis Quartet), Luis Rubén Gallardo, Tereze Ziberte-Ijaba, and others.
Participated in the young talent program at the Conservatory of Latvia with professors Anete Zvaigzne, Andris Baumanis.
Masterclasses with: Alexey Ludin (Concertmaster Moscow Virtuosi Orchestra, Meritorious Artist of Russia), Alessandro Moccia, Vineta Sareika (Artemis Quartet), Luis Rubén Gallardo, Tereze Ziberte-Ijaba, and others.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
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Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
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Duration
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Dutch
Russian
Latvian
Skills
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