1st lesson free
Mara
- Rate $40
- Response 1h
$40/h
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1st lesson free
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Erhu (Chinese violin)
Violin Teacher Helping Students Develop Musical Precision and Creative Confidence With 12 Years of Experience and a PhD in Classical Violin and Music Education.
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Erhu (Chinese violin)
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About Mara
I completed a PhD in Classical Violin and Music Education after years of advanced study in instrumental performance, orchestral collaboration, and teaching methods during my academic journey. Over the past 12 years, I have worked with students from many different age groups and musical backgrounds, helping them improve through personalised instruction and supportive mentorship. Teaching violin allows me to combine discipline, creativity, and emotional communication in a deeply rewarding way. I enjoy helping learners become more expressive and confident musicians.
My teaching style focuses on patience, adaptability, and balanced musical growth. Some students improve best through structured repetition and technical exercises, while others respond more naturally to expressive exploration and creative interpretation. I carefully adjust lessons according to each learner’s comfort level, confidence, and artistic goals. Along with technical development, I help students strengthen listening ability, rhythmic awareness, expressive control, and performance readiness. Creating a supportive and encouraging learning atmosphere remains one of my highest priorities as an educator.
Outside teaching, I continue practising violin, studying orchestral repertoire, and exploring educational techniques that help keep lessons inspiring and engaging. Music remains an important source of creativity and emotional expression in my life. One of the most rewarding parts of teaching is seeing students become more self-assured and expressive throughout their musical journey.
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About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- +8
levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Proficient
Children
1st year
2nd year
3rd year
4th year
Graduate Student
PhD
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My violin lessons help students strengthen technical ability while developing expressive playing and musical understanding through structured and supportive instruction. I teach bow control, posture, intonation, finger placement, rhythm accuracy, tone development, and phrasing using practical exercises that feel approachable for learners at every level. Lessons also include scale practice, ear training, sight-reading activities, performance preparation, and interpretation studies that help students improve naturally through regular practice. I create a calm and welcoming learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore music confidently without pressure. Every lesson supports both technical improvement and artistic growth together.
Beginners focus on instrument posture, bow handling, open string exercises, and simple melodies through organised routines and patient guidance that build healthy habits gradually. Intermediate learners improve smoother bow transitions, intonation accuracy, expressive phrasing, and rhythmic consistency through guided exercises and structured musical studies. Advanced students focus on advanced repertoire, emotional interpretation, performance confidence, and stage preparation through detailed coaching sessions. I carefully adapt lessons according to each learner’s pace, personality, and musical interests so progress remains motivating and balanced throughout the learning process.
Learning violin should feel meaningful, expressive, and rewarding. I encourage students to appreciate steady progress while building confidence through supportive feedback and consistent practice. Many learners become more disciplined and emotionally expressive as their musical understanding develops naturally over time. My goal is to help students strengthen both technical skill and artistic individuality while building a lasting connection with music.
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Rates
Rate
- $40
Pack rates
- 5h: $200
- 10h: $400
online
- $40/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Mara will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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