AUSTA String Teacher Personal Details

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Pauline Griffiths

Playing violin (viola and any musical instrument for that matter) is for life! My classical training, orchestral and chamber music experience has led me to realize that violin playing fits with all forms of music. I set my students up to love playing and to want to play and explore violin for the whole of their lives. Teenage students who have been playing since primary school have very different needs and interests to younger ones. Sometimes, a stint on an electric violin and an introduction to contemporary, jazz or rock violin styles is just what they need! After teaching violin…

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Gregory LeeView MoreQLD
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Hannah Brockway

I do all things music – performing, teaching, composing, laid-back jamming… I have been playing violin for 27 years and teaching since 2007. I play with the WA Symphony Orchestra, Perth Symphony Orchestra and a number of other ensembles around Perth and Australia. I love teaching students who want to learn and who also have a passion for music. I teach all levels, from beginner to university level. I don’t just teach Classical music – many of my high school students also enjoy learning folk music, Disney and K-pop arrangements. I draw from a range of teaching methods to find…

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Pauline Griffiths

I teach people of all ages and stages. My philosophy is one of ‘access, participation, and pleasure’. I have taught string programs in schools and my students take their playing into all kinds of places, aged care homes, house concerts, shopping centres, community centres – you name it! Check out my website paulinegriffiths.com.au

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Laura Diaz

Laura is a very experienced violin and viola teacher who aims to build a strong technical and musical foundation in all her students, regardless of age or level in a nurturing, supporting and positive way. Please send me an email to see if I’m a good fit for your child or yourself.

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Jasmine Middleton

I am a professional violinist and teach violin from my home studio in Morley. I offer violin lessons for complete beginners to advanced levels and have over 8 years’ experience teaching K – Year 12 and adult beginners. All are welcome! I have been playing the violin for 20 years and perform as a regular guest musician with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, Perth Symphony Orchestra, WA Philharmonic Orchestra, Fremantle Chamber Orchestra, and other ensembles around Perth. During my studies at the UWA Conservatorium of Music I toured to perform in Xi’an, China, and across Japan and Singapore. I am…

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Marlene Romeo

Marlene Romeo (née Crone) – Professional Violinist & Baroque Violinist Marlene’s Violin Studio is currently full – you may join the waiting list Ages 3 years and up welcome Passionate about music and teaching Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) examiner Can help prepare for AMEB exams, auditions, eisteddfods Australian violinist who studied in Germany: Bachelor of Music (Violin performance and pedagogy) & Master of Music (Violin performance) with High Distinctions from the Hochschule für Musik, Johannes-Gutenberg-University Mainz & Master of Music (Historical performance practice: Baroque violin) with High Distinction from the Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts Worked with…

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Marta Sutora

An exceptionally talented and creative violinist and violin teacher with more than 12 years of experience. Well-organized and energetic individual with a solid work ethic and the ability to work alone or in a team-oriented collaboration with maximum effort and passion.

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Catherine Bishop

Professional viola player with Orchestra Victoria for 30 years before establishing current private studio 3 years ago. 30+ years teaching across a broad range of levels and ages including many independent and government schools. Lessons are adapted to student ages, interests capabilities and goals. Experience with AMEB, scholarship application and those who just want to have fun in their chosen ensemble

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John Ma

John Ma is a Violinist/Violist and Viola d’amore player specialising in Early Music. He has performed with groups around the world including Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra (NL), Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (UK), Academia Montis Regalis (IT), Bach Collegium Japan (JP), Musica Poetica (NL), Apollo Ensemble (NL), Fantasticus (NL), New Collegium (NL), Collegium 1704 (CZ), Helsinki Baroque Orchestra (FIN), B’Rock (BG), Trondheim Baroque Orchestra (NOR). In Australia, John has appeared with Pinchgut Opera, Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, Australian Haydn Ensemble, Canberra Symphony Orchestra, Salut!, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra Victoria, and Sinfonia Australis. As a teacher and ensemble leader, he is keen…

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Natalie Sharp

Experienced upper strings teacher. AMEB examiner, adjudicator, conductor WSSO, clinician and publisher of educational string materials including Encore Music Maestros. High level knowledge, committed instructor.

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Amy Furfaro

I am passionate about violin playing and music making! I teach pupils of any age or ability and believe that everyone has potential. I use a mixture or techniques and methods and can tailor lessons to individual goals – whether you wish to do exams or not! I am a freelance violinist who is a regular guest musician with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra and have previously held a full-time position with the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, as well as having extensive experience of solo, orchestral and chamber music repertoire. Graduate of the Royal Northern College of Music (Manchester, UK), the…

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Nanda Hong

Nanda is a dedicated teacher with solo, chamber and orchestral experience. She is currently a casual violinist with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Opera Australia Orchestra. A graduate from the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music and Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Nanda has training in both solo and orchestral performance through positions held such as Concertmaster of the University of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and tutti player of the Australian Youth Orchestra and Australian Discovery Orchestra. She has performed solo and chamber works in masterclasses run by the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) and Mimir Chamber Music Festival in Melbourne. During her university degree,…

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Karin Croft

Based in Townsville with over 30 years experience in teaching violin and viola. Students of all ages are welcome for individually tailored lessons. I offer a relaxed and encouraging learning environment, with AMEB exam preparation available on request.

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Josephine Lumanau

Accomplished and passionate string teacher with various musical background. Trained as performer, educator and self-learned arranger. Ability to teach all levels and ages. Experienced in AMEB, ABRSM and Suzuki method. Strong organisational and effective communication skills. SKILLS Multi instrumetalist (viola, violin, piano and guitar) Able to teach group and indivual lesson Able to teach music theory, improvisation and arrangement. Integrates use of technology (zoom onlnie,garageband and MuseScore) Ogranised and punctual

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Nadine Delbridge-Orchard

I have had a private studio for 30 years and work fulltime with Orchestra Victoria. I teach from my studio in Donvale and online. I also teach at Melbourne High School. All ages and standards welcome.

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