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Since February 2019
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Violin/viola for amateurs of all ages to young conservatory candidates
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I'm a violist and music teacher, and my journey with the viola began by chance. Before I picked up the instrument, I didn't even know it existed. I started relatively late, at fourteen, compared to my peers, and therefore I understand well the challenges that come with starting an instrument later in life. Yet, from the very first moment, the viola felt like my instrument, and it has been my great passion ever since.

Although my main subject is viola, I also teach violin based on my methodology training at the ArtEZ Conservatory. My portfolio includes repertoire and teaching materials for violin, allowing me to effectively guide students on both instruments. I teach students of all ages and levels, from beginners to advanced amateurs, and I focus not only on technique and interpretation but also on the feeling and experience of music.

I guide my students in connecting body, emotion, and sound, helping them to unleash the music that already resides within them. My lessons are designed to develop confidence, self-expression, and a joy in playing, whether they're exploring the viola or the violin.
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  • Around Zwolle, Netherlands
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  • Isaäc van Hoornbeekstraat, Zwolle, Netherlands
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About Me
Ik ben altviolist en muziekdocent, en mijn reis met de altviool begon bij toeval. Voor ik het instrument oppakte, wist ik niet eens dat het bestond. Ik begon relatief laat, op veertienjarige leeftijd, vergeleken met mijn collega’s, en ik begrijp daardoor goed welke uitdagingen erbij komen kijken als je later begint met een instrument. Toch voelde de altviool vanaf het allereerste moment als mijn instrument, en sindsdien is het mijn grote passie.

Hoewel mijn hoofdvak altviool is, geef ik ook vioollessen op basis van mijn methodiekopleiding aan het ArtEZ Conservatorium. Mijn portfolio bevat repertoire en lesmateriaal voor viool, waardoor ik leerlingen op beide instrumenten goed kan begeleiden. Ik geef les aan leerlingen van alle leeftijden en niveaus, van beginners tot gevorderde amateurs, en richt me niet alleen op techniek en interpretatie, maar ook op het voelen en beleven van muziek.

Ik begeleid mijn leerlingen bij het verbinden van lichaam, emotie en geluid, en help hen de muziek naar boven te halen die al in hen aanwezig is. Mijn lessen zijn bedoeld om zelfvertrouwen, zelfexpressie en plezier in het spelen te ontwikkelen, of ze nu de altviool of de viool verkennen.
Education
Pera Fine Arts High School, Istanbul, Classical Music, Viola
Marmara University Fine Arts Faculty, Bachelor's, Istanbul, Classical Music, Viola
ArtEZ Conservatorium Bachelor's, Zwolle, Classical Music, Viola
ArtEZ Conservatorium Master's, Zwolle, Classical Music, Viola
Experience / Qualifications
Ik geef sinds 2019 lessen aan zowel jonge leerlingen als volwassenen in Nederland. Eerder, voordat ik vanuit Istanbul verhuisde, gaf ik ook privélessen en les op een muziekschool.
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
Turkish
Dutch
Skills
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Violin
Musical styles:
Classical
Jazz
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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At teacher's location and via webcam
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At student's home
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Tue
Wed
Thu
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04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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My main goal is that students enjoy playing music by making violin. Age does not matter, everyone can learn it.

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Stavros
What I Offer:
● Adaptive instruction: Whether you're particularly in to Classical, Modern, or folk music, I provide expert guidance in a variety of genres.

● Broad Development: Besides improving your technical skills, my lessons focus on enhancing your music performance, interpretation, and expression skills following the basics of music theory and harmony. From early masterpieces to contemporary and modern compositions, we'll explore the diverse world of music together in depth.

● Convenient Locations: Currently available for private lessons in Utrecht, Amersfoort, and Zwolle.

● Tailored Approach: Your musical journey is unique, and my lessons are crafted to meet your individual needs. Whether you're a beginner or advanced player, we'll work together to achieve your goals.

With over a decade of teaching experience I've successfully guided students of all backgrounds, helping them to understand their musical potentials and achieve their musical wishes. I would be more than glad to guide you in this exciting journey of violin playing.

Ready to take the next step in your musical adventure? Contact me and schedule your first private lesson!
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Harald
As a professional classical violinist, I offer violin lessons to both children and adults in the Zwolle area. I have a master's degree from the Rotterdam Conservatory and have more than 10 years of teaching experience.

Please feel free to contact me for more information or to make an appointment for a trial lesson.

TRIAL LESSON

In order to know whether a student is eligible (physically, musically and mentally) for violin lessons, an appointment will always be made for a trial lesson first. During the trial lesson I will get to know the student, I will perform a number of tests (motor and musical), I will check the violin for quality, size (if it concerns children) and completeness, and if the previous matters are in order, I will then give a trial lesson. I will also answer any questions you may have about the lesson conditions.

LESSONS PLANNING

Although the lesson time is in principle always agreed upon each time, it is preferable that the lesson is held on the same day and time every week. If it concerns a novice student, this is even essential. The reason is that a lot is involved in establishing a good basic violin technique and a good basic technique is essential to continue to progress in the long term. In this phase, a teacher must be able to intervene in a timely manner if things go off the rails. Because a basic learned incorrectly is very difficult to unlearn. The regularity of the lessons is important to provide the student with sufficient time to process what has been learned. Only for the more advanced student, lessons can also be given every other week.

CLASS LOCATION

The lessons take place at my home in Heino or at the student's home.

CLASS DURATION

A lesson lasts 60 minutes.

READING NOTES

Whether or not you can read music is still unimportant in the initial phase. In fact, the first lessons will not cover notes at all. This is because it is very important to learn to make music with the ears and from empathy. Of course, being able to read music from a certain level is indispensable, but if you start doing that right away, the emphasis is too much on the visual and that is not good. After all, the notes emerged from the music, and not the other way around.

TEACHING MATERIALS

As long as the level is such that notes do not play a role, the student's memory and the notebook will be the only teaching material. When the student is ready for notation, he or she will switch to simple textbook methods in which both reading notes and melodies are literally taught through play. As the level progresses, the material will become increasingly difficult and the books will be adjusted accordingly. We will soon move on to duets in which the student plays together with the teacher. This is not only fun to do, but also forces the student to listen extra carefully / use their ears. Just like the violin, the teaching materials must be purchased yourself, although photocopies may also suffice in the initial phase.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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For me, music is a language and it’s all about storytelling and sharing emotions. Therefore, I like to look for a balance between teaching technique and using imagination and creativity. My goal is for the students to enjoy the lessons, and since this means something different for each student, I like to adapt my teaching accordingly. Playing the violin is having your own artistic voice and expressing yourself, and it can be so much fun! :)

I can teach in English and Spanish to students of all levels: amateur, beginner or advanced.

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My name is Lonne and I give violin lessons to children and adults with great enthusiasm. Everyone is different, one shy, the other very unrestrained. In your own way and at your own pace, I want to teach you as much as possible.

In the lessons I pay attention to teamwork, music games, a healthy playing position, fun, musicality and technique. I have studied different methods and can therefore find the right method for a person. For beginners I often use the "method of the 21st century", in which students learn to play the violin in a playful way. For students it is instructive and fun to show what they have learned on violin lessons, that's why I hold promising moments every year.

I graduated from the conservatory in 2014. Besides teaching with great enthusiasm, I work as a soloist and play chamber music in various ensembles. I also play in orchestras and I work in light music.

My main goal is that students enjoy playing music by making violin. Age does not matter, everyone can learn it.

I hope to see you at a trial class!
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Stavros
What I Offer:
● Adaptive instruction: Whether you're particularly in to Classical, Modern, or folk music, I provide expert guidance in a variety of genres.

● Broad Development: Besides improving your technical skills, my lessons focus on enhancing your music performance, interpretation, and expression skills following the basics of music theory and harmony. From early masterpieces to contemporary and modern compositions, we'll explore the diverse world of music together in depth.

● Convenient Locations: Currently available for private lessons in Utrecht, Amersfoort, and Zwolle.

● Tailored Approach: Your musical journey is unique, and my lessons are crafted to meet your individual needs. Whether you're a beginner or advanced player, we'll work together to achieve your goals.

With over a decade of teaching experience I've successfully guided students of all backgrounds, helping them to understand their musical potentials and achieve their musical wishes. I would be more than glad to guide you in this exciting journey of violin playing.

Ready to take the next step in your musical adventure? Contact me and schedule your first private lesson!
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Harald
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Please feel free to contact me for more information or to make an appointment for a trial lesson.

TRIAL LESSON

In order to know whether a student is eligible (physically, musically and mentally) for violin lessons, an appointment will always be made for a trial lesson first. During the trial lesson I will get to know the student, I will perform a number of tests (motor and musical), I will check the violin for quality, size (if it concerns children) and completeness, and if the previous matters are in order, I will then give a trial lesson. I will also answer any questions you may have about the lesson conditions.

LESSONS PLANNING

Although the lesson time is in principle always agreed upon each time, it is preferable that the lesson is held on the same day and time every week. If it concerns a novice student, this is even essential. The reason is that a lot is involved in establishing a good basic violin technique and a good basic technique is essential to continue to progress in the long term. In this phase, a teacher must be able to intervene in a timely manner if things go off the rails. Because a basic learned incorrectly is very difficult to unlearn. The regularity of the lessons is important to provide the student with sufficient time to process what has been learned. Only for the more advanced student, lessons can also be given every other week.

CLASS LOCATION

The lessons take place at my home in Heino or at the student's home.

CLASS DURATION

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READING NOTES

Whether or not you can read music is still unimportant in the initial phase. In fact, the first lessons will not cover notes at all. This is because it is very important to learn to make music with the ears and from empathy. Of course, being able to read music from a certain level is indispensable, but if you start doing that right away, the emphasis is too much on the visual and that is not good. After all, the notes emerged from the music, and not the other way around.

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As long as the level is such that notes do not play a role, the student's memory and the notebook will be the only teaching material. When the student is ready for notation, he or she will switch to simple textbook methods in which both reading notes and melodies are literally taught through play. As the level progresses, the material will become increasingly difficult and the books will be adjusted accordingly. We will soon move on to duets in which the student plays together with the teacher. This is not only fun to do, but also forces the student to listen extra carefully / use their ears. Just like the violin, the teaching materials must be purchased yourself, although photocopies may also suffice in the initial phase.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Eider
“I play music because I need to express my emotions” - Ray Chen

Hi! My name is Eider and I’m a Spanish violinist living in Zwolle. I’ve been playing the violin since I was 7 and after studying my Bachelor’s Degree in Spain, I’m about to finish my Classical Music Master in ArtEZ Conservatorium. I’ve been teaching violin for more than 3 years now to students of different ages and levels. I also love performing in orchestras and chamber music groups.

For me, music is a language and it’s all about storytelling and sharing emotions. Therefore, I like to look for a balance between teaching technique and using imagination and creativity. My goal is for the students to enjoy the lessons, and since this means something different for each student, I like to adapt my teaching accordingly. Playing the violin is having your own artistic voice and expressing yourself, and it can be so much fun! :)

I can teach in English and Spanish to students of all levels: amateur, beginner or advanced.

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Mireia
Hello everyone!! My name is Mireia and I am a professional violinist. I am looking for students with whom I can share my passion of music and violin 😊
If you are interested in receiving music or violin lessons, don't doubt to contact me!
It is possible to do it in English, Spanish and Dutch 😊
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