Violin/ Viola lessons, Preparatory music for children

From 71 C$ /h

Making music is an opportunity that everybody should have in their life. Personally, I think it is a beautiful and alternative way of communication, which opens up new horizons of empathy and it carries important values such as respect and understanding towards others.
Being able to play an instrument gives great satisfaction, allows us to have fun, and trains our brain for the complexity of combining the mental and physical spheres at the same time!

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Van Sevenbergestraat, Voorburg, Netherlands

About Me

Hi!
I'm Elena and I'm 29, I started to play violin when I was 10 and I'm a professional musician, violin and viola teacher and preparatory music teacher for children. My philosophy is that I like to combine my professional music carrier with teaching because I trust that you can't be a good teacher if you're not a good musician, and in the same time for to play well you need to be a good teacher first of all for yourself and after that it's possible to transmit your knowledge to your students.
My experience in teaching started when I was 21 in the private music schools and I did several studies about pedagogy during my path in conservatory and also when I was doing my degree in Psicology. Then particulary about preparatory music I did a specialization in Orff-Schulwerk pedagogy and I started also to teach it to children's group (age 4-10).
I came here in Netherlands for to specialize myself in Early music and in this moment I'm studying Baroque Viola at the Royal Conservatory of Den Haag.

Education

Secondary school Diploma 2009 - Brescia
Master degree in Viola (2013)- Conservatory of Brescia
Master degree in Violin and Viola (2016) - Conservatory of Vicenza
One year specialization in Viola - Conservatory of Utrecht (2018)
Bachelor degree in Early music Baroque viola - Royal conservatory of The Hague (2020)

Experience / Qualifications

Violin and Viola teacher in private music schools (2011 -2021)
Preparatory music teacher (2015 - 2021
First certification Orff-Schulwerk in 2016
Second certification Orff-Schulwerk in 2021

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

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Skills

Violin

Viola

Children's music

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Estela

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Have you ever dreamed of playing the violin or viola? Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your technique, I’m here to guide you on your musical journey.

I’m a classically trained violist (and saxophonist) with a passion for teaching and a diverse background in world music, theory, and history. My lessons are tailored to your goals and interests — making learning both inspiring and enjoyable.

✨ What you’ll get:

-Personalized lessons for all levels and ages
-Guidance in technique, expression, and performance
-Opportunities to deepen your understanding of music theory & history

A supportive and motivating learning environment

🎶 Whether you want to master your instrument, build confidence as a performer, or explore music on a deeper level, I’ll help you grow as a musician in a way that’s meaningful to you.

📩 Get in touch today!
Tell me about your musical interests and what you’d like to achieve — I’d love to help you reach your goals.

👉 Let’s make music together!

Alethea

5.0

(5)

I started taking violin lessons at the age of 7. After years of training, I am currently continuing my violin studies at Utrecht Conservatory. I have also attended music theory classes for 6 years because it is very useful to have some knowledge of it when playing any instrument. If you would like, I would be more than happy to share some knowledge of music theory along with the violin lessons. Lessons are private and not in groups.

Ruiqi

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(5)

I'm a violinist who graduated from The Juilliard School. I teach both modern and baroque violin from beginner to advanced level. As a musician, I perform constantly in Europe, America, and Asia. I would love to provide the opportunity for my students to come to concerts as much as they can, and to learn music through playing, collaborating with others, and having fun.

I also teach music theory for beginners, as well as providing exercise on ear training( Aural skills)

Akane

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There are two grand pianos at the location in Den Haag.

For children, it is important to develop basic musical skills through Singing, Rythmique, and Ear training besides piano playing. I use one technical exercise book, the main textbook, and a theory book. Through these 3 books, students learn different aspects of music and they naturally get ready for exams and grades.

After acquiring basic skills, students study Harmony and Chord exercises too. These are useful for playing pops and jazz, and they obtain a deeper understanding of classical pieces too.

Private Piano lesson, from age 4 and above. Children can start the lesson after being able to read the numbers from 1 to 5 and the alphabet from A to G.

Advanced students who want to prepare for competitions, auditions, ABRSM, GCSE, IB exams, or the entrance exam of the conservatory.

The concert is held annually together with students of flute, violin, and composition teachers.

For the ages 1-7 years, I have group Rhythmique lessons.

Camilo

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I am a graduated music teacher with German degrees in music pedagogy, Artistic Studies (K.A.), and Historical Informed Practice. I shape my lessons in the most dynamic way, often accompanying the Piano. I also like to follow the musical taste of my students and I am qualified to give a well-grounded technical instrumental formation.

Idil

5.0

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Are you looking for engaging piano lessons for your kids?

With a Master’s Degree in Music from Utrecht Conservatory and a second Master’s from Fontys Academy of Music and Performing Arts Tilburg, I provide dynamic early music education and foundational piano instruction. My lessons focus on fundamental musical skills through interactive games and exercises in rhythm, pitch, melody recognition, and musical memory. Each lesson plan is customized to fit the student’s age, needs, and skill level.

For more information or to get started, please feel free to contact me.

Janire

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Highly dedicated and passionate teacher.
Age doesn't matter when it comes to learning, just enjoying it. Lessons for beginners to more advanced students.

I like to play, sing and find the most creative solutions to learn quickly within a space reserved for the student's questions and imagination.

As a musician I consider myself a very motivated person to always try new things. I also like to play from old music to contemporary music, so any style is welcome to try.

During my Bachelor's training in Classical Horn I have trained in different educational skills techniques as well as in teaching ensembles and basic conducting.
In addition to horn classes, I can also teach music theory and basic piano skills.

I am very flexible with lesson times, so reaching a common point shouldn't be too difficult.

Nikolas

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My name is Nikolas and I graduated from the Koninklijke Conservatorium Den Haag with honours.

The drum lessons designed for drummers of all levels and interests! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, our curriculum covers comprehensive technique training, exploring diverse music genres, and honing your rhythmic prowess on the drum set.

We will build a strong foundation by focusing on proper hand and foot positioning, advanced rhythms, and impressive fills. Regardless of your musical preferences! From rock to jazz, blues to funk, Latin to metal, our lessons embrace the richness of various music styles.

Playing along to iconic songs is both thrilling and educational. We'll guide you through the intricacies of legendary drum parts, helping you develop a keen sense of timing and musicality. You'll discover your favorite artist's beats while enhancing your drumming skills.

Beyond technique and songs, I encourage you to explore the sonic capabilities of the drum set. Unleash your creativity by experimenting with different drum sounds, cymbals, and percussion instruments, elevating your drumming expression to new heights.

Whether you aspire to join a band, pursue a music career, or simply enjoy drumming as a hobby, our lessons are tailored to fulfill your unique goals.

Thank you!

Joana

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"I am a pianist. I started playing the piano at the age of seven and I am passionate about music. I am fascinated by the world of pedagogy, understanding that teaching is helping to learn. I am committed to my work with dedication and enthusiasm, and I believe that motivation is the key to both teaching and learning. I want to educate in values and I am committed to the pursuit of educational quality, based on equity and excellence. I am flexible and adaptable to each person, and I like teamwork. I appreciate discipline, rigor in my work, effort, and resilience. My aim is to help students learn constructively and to help them become autonomous as soon as possible. The focus is always on the student."

I structure the classes into three blocks, which I consider essential:

-Technique: through exercises and studies we must develop technical ability.
- Works of all styles: we learn from the great artists of all periods.
-Introduction to jazz and modern music: we will create a routine to work on improvisation and develop creativity.

These are the paths I propose, but each student is free to develop what he/she wishes. I also complement the classes with musical language and harmony.

Every pianist should focus on being a complete and balanced musician. We must develop aural skills, sight-reading, mastery of musical language and harmony, composition, improvisation, creativity, a critical spirit, good taste in music, and above all, a passion for music.

Gina

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Are you looking for piano lessons for your child(ren) but don't know which teacher to trust?
The first music classes for a young student are always the most important, often determining whether the child will love the instrument or not, so they require special attention. Pretty scary, I imagine!

So, hello there! My name is Gina, and I am a specialized piano teacher in music education for children, with more than 7 years of experience teaching young pupils.
I have worked with dozens of piano beginners, ensuring they have the best start in their musical journey. By following various teaching methods that have been proven to positively impact children's overall music education, I make sure that my pupils remain interested and learn a lot from the very beginning!

You can book a first lesson where you—the parents—can also be present during the class. Who knows? Maybe you'll learn something new too!

See you soon!
Gina

Irene

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Let’s create a safe and creative environment where I can help you to explore music at your own pace.

-If you want to join the viola lessons, my objective is to provide you the tools to improve your playing while enjoying the music and connecting with your instrument. We can play different genres: classical, jazz, pop...

-If you’re more interested on music theory, I’ll help you understanding different fields of music: harmony, ear training, analysis, history of music...

I finished my Bachelor in viola some time ago and now I’m busy with my studies in Music Theory. I have a lot of experience teaching music to people of all ages.

There’s a lot to learn, and I’m here to help you!

Lina

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I am teaching all levels, all ages, all kind of stile on the violin or viola. Of course mostly classical, but if you wish we can also play folk, pop or other kind of songs.

We can focus on playing, on musicality, technical skills, chamber music, as you wish.

We could also do general music education, or basic practical musical skills and training the ears.

I don't use one specific method since I feel every person function differently I i like to design something personal what works the best.

Carlotta

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Anything that is part of a fundamental understanding of music, e.g. music theory, solfège, rhythm and piano will be taught. For me it is very important that the lessons is specifically made for the students regarding content and length. If asked violin and ballett can be taught as well. In that way the necessary aspects of a well rounded musician can be built up.

İrem

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I specialize in teaching piano and music when I was at conservatory where I studied for over 20 years. With 14 years of experience I found my own methods to make my students learn in a comfortable and creative environment. As a teacher who enjoys learning from student while teaching, I know how important this is to improve when growing up. As soon as my students feel safe and happy I let them putting their own ideas in their development. I have a lot of experience in teaching from a young age (4-5) to grown adults but I am very good with kids and I like working with younger ages a lot!

Cristiano

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String instruments are often associated with written classical music and, because of their technical complexity, many players rarely dare to move beyond the safety of the score. But improvisation is not a mysterious talent we are born with. It requires as much discipline as freedom and develops through a specific set of skills that can be understood, practiced, and ultimately transformed into performance.

After more than ten years of teaching improvisation to professional string players at conservatory level, I have developed an approach that rethinks fingerboard visualization and the relationship between the ear, the hand, and the instrument, making improvisation more accessible to string players from all backgrounds.

In these lessons, I will help you understand the logic of the fingerboard, transpose effortlessly in any key, and visualize the shapes of any chord, expanding its harmonic possibilities for accompaniment. I will also show you how to create effective grooves through chops and percussive techniques, while developing a melodic language that goes beyond scales and patterns. We will explore styles including Jazz, Blues, Fusion, Pop, Rock, Brazilian, and World Music. (According to the style, we can also work with loops and effects.)

This class is intended for musicians with a solid technical command of their instrument who want to develop their improvisation skills, whether they are taking their first steps in improvised music or already have previous experience.

The lessons will be tailored to each student. I will adapt to your learning rhythm while keeping you challenged at the same time. You will receive regular feedback, advice, guidance, and learning materials.