Violin And Viola Lessons

Our violin lessons and viola lessons are customized to the needs of each student. Whether you are interested in learning the violin for leisure, or prefer to track your progress via the ABRSM (Associated Board Of Royal School of Music)/ or Trinity examination program, we can structure your private violin lesson plan accordingly. We offer violin classes for beginners as well as master violin lessons in Singapore. Private violin lessons can also be arranged.

Violin Masterclasses, Viola Masterclasses

We conduct violin and viola masterclasses for students of all levels. These masterclasses are very effective in correcting any existing technique issues. Once this is done, we move the student forward in terms of more advanced level techniques. Our masterclasses are conducted by seasoned professional level maestro based with Singapore Symphony Orchestra. As world class musicians, these teachers have honed their performance techniques perfectly and can pass their superb skills to students. Many students have benefited immensely to secure confidence level in their playing techniques and performance style before their ABRSM or Trinity examinations. Please call +65-98137769 to discuss.

Violin Private Lessons

Our private violin lessons are mainly one to one coaching, so the violin teacher can give 100% undivided attention during your violin lessons. As opposed to group violin lessons in Singapore, private violin lessons allow the violin teacher to correct any technique and bow handling issues you have throughout the duration of the violin lessons. The best teacher to student ratio is one to one for private violin lessons. Two student to one teacher ratio for violin lessons in Singapore is still fine. For effective violin lessons, both student must have similar music background and ability, to reap the most from beginner violin lessons. Private violin lessons can be planned at your home, our music centre at Sultan Plaza, or at teacher’s location.

Violin Lessons For Beginners

For students starting out, it is prudent to engage a qualified violin teacher for beginner violin lessons, to build solid foundation in techniques during violin classes for beginners. During violin classes for beginners, our violin teachers focus on technique, sound, and understanding emotions when playing the violin Do not under estimate the importance of violin classes for beginners. Some students want to rush through this and skip beginner violin lessons. What is covered during violin lessons for beginners? Basics such as proper posture, bow hold, basic bow handling are not mastered and these students typically don’t do well and need to retake violin classes for beginners. Once solid foundation is built, your progress to intermediate and advanced level playing will be smooth in future private violin lessons. When starting beginner violin lessons, you need your personal violin. This sense of ownership will inspire you to practice well and be prepared for future private violin lessons. Keen to join our violin classes for beginners? Call +65-98137769 to arrange.
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MEET OUR VIOLIN TEACHERS

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Elaine Mai

Violinist

Elaine achieved Masters Degree in from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (2011). Prior to that, she attained a professional diploma in the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (2004) as well as Bachelor in Music from Xing Hai Conservatory of music (Guang Zhou, China).

Her performance experience with Global Symphony Orchestra (Mak Ka Lok -2018-2021) includes highlight performances such as:  New Year’s Concert on CCTV in January 2020 (Filmed in Shenzhen with Macau Orchestra, Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra, and Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra), World Symphony Concert: Fur Elise (October 2021), Peace concert in Hong Kong (November 2019), Concert in Shanghai for 12th China Art Festival (May 2019), Concert in Vienna for Austrian Music Theatre Honorable Prize (June 2018), “All About Love” Concert in Hong Kong String Orchestra Jockey Club Power of Music Programme (April 2020) , Tutti violin Hong Kong String Orchestra (Yao Jue, 姚珏, 2016-2022, Tutti violin I: HKFW Six Arts Orchestra (2013-2022), guest violinist with City Chamber Orchestra & Hong Kong Virtuosi Orchestra (2009-2022).

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Edgar Lucena

Violin, Theory

Edgar is pursuing Bachelor’s of Music Degree (BMUS) in the violin at Yong Siew Toh Music Conservatory. He graduated from Latin America Violin Academy (Venezuela) in 2018.

His performance experience include: National Youth Symphony Orchestra, Lima (Peru) between 2019 to 2021; concert master of Lara Youth Symphony Orchestra (Venezuela) between 2015 to 2018; principal second violin at Yaracuy Youth Symphony (Venezuela) between 2013 to 2017.

Edgar started coaching from year 2014 and the countries which he has taught included Peru, Venezuala and Singapore. He has experience coaching young children and adults.

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Lim Chun

Violin, Viola, Theory

Master of Music
Peabody Institute of Music, The John Hopkins University

Bachelor of Music
Peabody Institute of Music, The John Hopkins University

Lim Chun was principal violist for both the Singapore Youth Orchestra and the Asian Youth Orchestra before he began his studies at the Peabody Institute of Music at the age of 17, where on a full scholarship, he received his Bahelor and Master Degrees. His teacher was Joseph De Pasquale and he had also participated in the masterclasses of Emanuel Vardi, Roberto Diaz and Heidi Castleman. During his second year at Peabody, he was given an award for his outstanding achievements as a violist. That same year, he began to freelance in the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, playing under the batons of David Zinman, James Depreist and Yuri Temirkanov.

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Chai Siak Lee

(Violin, Piano, Keyboard, Theory)

Siak Lee achieved ABRSM grade 8 qualification in violin and piano. She is currently pursuing Diploma qualifications in both music instruments. She has ABRSM grade 5 qualification in music theory and currently pursuing ABRSM grade 8 theory.

She started coaching violin and piano in 2015. She scored Gold in the National Music Strings Orchestra Competition as a violinist and soloist. In 2016, she was selected to attend Clement Curtin Violin masterclasses and was recognized for her skills. In 2018 she was awarded Silver in Euroasia Competition.

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Clement Lim

Violin, Theory

Local violinist, Clement Lim has been teaching in Singapore as a full time violin instructor since 1995.

Born in 1972, Mr. Lim started his journey in practical violin at the age of 8. He had received his violin training with several renowned violinists. Among were Pavel Prantl (first SSO concertmaster); Chua Lik Wuk; Kong Zhao Hui – members of SSO. Lynette Lim.

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Yeo Teow Meng

Violinist, Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Born in Singapore, Yeo Teow Meng commenced studies on the violin at the age of eight. Awarded a scholarship by the Public Service Commission (Singapore) in 1982, he furthered his studies with Lyndall Hendrickson and Gunnar Crantz in Adelaide at the South Australian College of Advanced Education. Upon graduation he worked with the State Opera of South Australia as well as various chambers groups and has been with the SSO since 1986.

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Sarah Ng

Violin, Music Theory

Sarah achieved Masters in Music degree in violin performance from Schulich School of Music (Montreal, Canada) in 2018. Prior to that, she achieved Bachelor’s in Music in violin performance from Eastman School of Music (New York, USA) in 2016.

She has been teaching since 2010 in Singapore and Montreal, and has been full time violin coach since 2020. Sarah has experience coaching students from age 4 to adults.

Sarah also has vast performance experience in Chamber and Orchestra. Notable ones include: Thunderbay Symphony Orchestra (2018-2020), National Academy Orchestra (2019-2020), Vermont Mozart Festival Orchestra (2017), Mcgill Symphony Orchestra (2016-2018), Orford Orchestra Academy (2016), Roundtop Festival Orchestra Principal 2nd Violin (2016), Eastman Philharmonic (2013-2016), Singapore Lyric Opera Orchestra (2012).

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Kevin

Violinist

Kevin began to learn violin at the age of 9 and started off as a CCA under Michael Tong. He has also went through the tutelage of renowned SSO members Wu Man Yun, Foo Say Ming and Nikolai Koval.

He has achieved a Distinction in Grade 8 ABRSM exam and went on to participate in numerous competitions where the most notable one is achieving Gold standard in the Singapore Performers Festival.

After serving his National Service, Kevin attended the Diploma and Degree from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) where the Degree programme was in collaboration with RCM (Royal College of Music) and was under the tutelage of Professor Michal Cwizewicz.

To further hone his techniques and interpretations, he attended masterclasses held by Chua Lik Wuk, Lynette Lim and Zhao Tian.

Kevin currently holds the Bachelor of Music (Hons) and even took the DipABRSM exam. He is able to teach repertoires to any level and explores not just classical music, but jazz repertoires as well. He also holds a Grade 8 certification in Music Theory where most of his students achieved Distinction in their Grade 5 exam.

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Joanne Zhang

VIolin, Theory

A professional level violin teacher, Joanne graduated from Northeast Nornal University (Chang Chun of China) in 2001, attaining Bachelors degree in music teaching. She is also familiar with the ABRSM (Associated Board of Royal School of Music) and Trinity exam board grading system, having attained ABRSM.grade 8 (Distinction) in 2006, In 2020, she graduated from NAFA (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts) obtaining music diploma in teaching.

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Tevy Tang

(Violin, Theory)

Tevy graduated from La Salle Singapore & Kingston University (DIP. BA in violin music performance, Hons upper 2nd Division) in 1998. He also has piano as minor study for his Dip. BA. He has 9 years of solid coaching experience with private students as well as in music schools.

Tevy’s appreciation of western classical music originated from his coaches from Singapore and UK. Notably, he took master classes from Mr Jonathan Rees (a recipient of the BBC Award violinist in 1978).

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TESTIMONIALS

STUDENTS SAY

I started violin lessons for the first time with almost zero music background at Stradivari Strings. Violin classes very helpful and fun! My violin teacher Rita is really patient and understanding towards me and is always willing to help me...  whenever I have any questions or difficulties. The learning environment is very nice and comfortable and even sells violin at an affordable price. I had help from my violin teacher when selecting a violin. Really look forward to more violin lessons! 🙂
Chin Jing

Violin student

We walked into Rita’s shop that day despite in searching for a 1/2 size violin for our 6-year old boy. Despite of no appointment made, Rita was very patient in understanding our needs. She recommended Mr. Yeo Teow Meng knowing the boy was h... aving some violin posture problems. Glad we followed her recommendation. The boy has been enjoying every single lesson with Mr. Yeo, and made lots of improvements since enrolled at Stradivari Strings. The classes are engaging and fun. Thank to Mr. Yeo and Rita, the boy also found his new violin he treasures as his baby.
Zhen Gu

Violin student

I have always like the sound of the violin and finally took my first step in Nov 2020 to take violin lessons & contacted Rita from Stradivari Strings. Rita selected some violins and bows for me to shortlist by listening to their sound. ... I’m glad to have chosen a violin that I feel a connection with. During my weekly violin classes, Rita is very encouraging and reassures me that I’m progressing well. Her confidence in me is my motivation to practice & improve. I look forward to taking my first exam next year.
Shirleen Teh

Violin student

I have been playing Chinese musical instrument for many years and one of my dreams is to pick up a western musical instrument – the violin. I decided to start violin classes during this pandemic period so as to make full use of the stay hom... e time. I came across Stradivari Strings and made inquiries for adult violin lessons. As someone who knows nothing about the violin, Rita from Stradivari Strings guided me through the violin and bow selection patiently and the process was very informative. I’m also a student of Mr Yeo, a professional-level violin teacher. He is very professional, passionate, encouraging and inspiring. He makes every violin lesson interesting and worthwhile and I am always looking forward to attend his violin classes. I will be aiming for grade 3 ABRSM exams in 2021. So happy to have Mr Yeo as my teacher.
Vesta Soh

Violin student

I’ve always wanted to learn the violin so after doing some research, I came across Stradivari Strings. I decided to contact Rita cos the plenty of positive reviews convinced me to give Stradivari Strings a try. Teacher Rita is very prompt w... ith answering questions on WhatsApp. The violin and bow selection process was very insightful. Teacher Rita let me try out some violins and bows to find the perfect match for me. I initially wanted a factory-made violin but after the selection process I went for a 100% handcrafted violin and I don’t have any regrets. A handcrafted violin produces a more beautiful sound than a factory-made one. For violin lessons, Teacher Rita was patient, stern, and encouraging at the same time. I like how she’s stern when she needs to be for us to perform better, yet very encouraging at things done right. I highly recommend Stradivari Strings. I’m an adult beginner so it’s really never too late to pick up a new instrument and enjoy it with the right teacher.
Gen Narciso

Violin student

As an adult learner with no musical background, I am so glad to have chosen Stradivari Strings to kickstart my violin lessons with. The experience was a pleasant one from the very beginning: Ms Rita took great care in helping me select a su... itable violin and violin bow, guiding me on what to look out for in an instrument. We also listened to several violins closely before settling down on one that I liked. A patient and encouraging violin teacher, Ms Rita tailors each violin class in a way that would maximize my learning. Her pedagogy made sense, and she always explains her intents clearly. Importantly, every lesson made me feel like I was actively progressing—despite my own doubts—and what a wonderful feeling that is. Already this short experience with Stradivari Strings has helped me to discover a new horizon to music, and I couldn’t be more delighted.
Zeng Hao

Violin student

I started my violin lesson with Stradivari Strings after a 10 years break. Without any proper knowledge on how to choose my instrument, I was glad to have walk into this place where I was educated on the different violin choices as well as ... the separate bow pairing for each violin. I was given the opportunity to try the violins and the different bow pairings to hear and see for myself which is the best for me. Learning under Rita allowed me to build stronger basic skills as she made sure that every single lesson was efficient and every small bad habit was brought to light. I am glad to have started my second round journey in learning my violin here as i can see myself progressing and loving my instrument more every day.
Pearlin

Violin student

I’ve been playing the viola for about 5 years having learnt the violin prior to switching instruments. I haven’t had any formal viola lessons before this year, and as the viola is not as popular an instrument as the violin or cello, finding...  a viola teacher proved difficult, and finding a GOOD viola teacher was almost impossible. As an adult with autism, just finding a teacher who could connect with me on my wavelength is a challenging task, and I’ve gone through numerous music teachers in the past, and many could not break down the barrier that is autism. On meeting Mr Yeo, my worries dissipated. Mr Yeo is very patient and encouraging during lessons, and explains things in a way that is both easy to grasp and fun! Mr Yeo also further motivates me in my practice by giving me feedback on video recordings of my practice sessions when I send them to him so that I can make the most out of my viola practice. Since starting viola lessons, I’ve improved by leaps and bounds. I’ve only had 4 adult viola lessons with him and yet I feel like I’ve had many more because of my progress. I am looking forward to learning more from him!
Lydia Tay

Violin student

Violin Teachers at Stradivari are knowledgeable and have been effective in improving my standard of violin playing. Under the teaching of Mr Michael Loh, my standards of playing the violin has rose significantly since joining in January 202... 0. I would recommend their teaching services to other musicians.
Yu Lin

Violin student

I found my violin teacher after contacting stradivari strings. Tevy is a teacher who is very well-rounded and attentive to details. He pays attention not only to the hard skills of playing the instrument, but also on how well the music is e... xpressed. I highly recommended anyone looking for a violin coach to connect with Stradivari Strings.
Tiara

Violin student

We found violin teacher for our grand daughter via stradivari strings. It had been a wonderful journey for Meg Ho, my grand daughter since she started learning violin as a beginner from teacher Josh.Each lesson was filled with joy and she l... ook forward to each lesson with earnest. Even during the circuit breaker period, he took the initiative to let her continue her lesson via zoom.I am looking forward to Meg learning the finer points of her violin lessons from teacher Josh. I have full confidence in him as an experienced violin teacher.”
Ho ThianPoh

grand father of Meg Ho

I was looking for a professional level violin teacher and Rita from Stradivari Strings got me connected with Mr Yeo.I enjoy having violin lessons with Mr Yeo, who is a friendly, engaging and experienced teacher. He guides me patiently in co... rrecting my mistakes and how to improve on them. Even though I only started learning with him recently, my technique has improved a lot and I definitely feel more motivated to practice my violin.I highly recommend Mr Yeo to anyone looking to learn the violin.
NeoJie Ning

Violin student

Ms Rita of Stravidari Strings is very helpful with my daughter in choosing the right violin for a beginner like her. The second step is to find a violin coach for my daughter and StravidariStrings linked us to Teacher Tevy.Teacher Tevy as a...  violin teacher, is encouraging and patient. He explains the technique to my daughter in a way that she can understand and listen enthusiastically. He will also inform me of my daughter’s progress and things to take note of. .With his help, my daughter learns violin in a more enjoyable way!
Chriselle Jeslava

Violin student

I was 8 months into my violin journey but had been frustrated with the previous teacher – the style was to teach me to be a “jack of all pieces but never master of any piece I played”. It was uninspiring and hollow experience in every singl... e class.I was desperately looking for an experienced violin teacher and connected with teacher Tevy via Stradivari Strings. The private violin lessons with teacher Tevy is more than just learning to play the violin.. You’re learning to be a Violinist. In every violin class with teacher Tevy, he comes 100% prepared, not just with materials he want to teach, remembering where you left off, focus area to polish; he is also prepared with inspiring energy, focus and determination to progress you in every violin class! Every violin lesson ends too quickly because he brings enjoyment to the art of mastering the violin. Be prepared to hear him say ‘this is what a violinist would do’, or ‘this is how a violinist would play it’ — so don’t think you’re just there to learn the notes and bowing. You’ll be having a profound discovery of blending technique * intonation * bowing * emotion * musicality * phrasing in playing. Even etudes are fun to play!
Soo Ng

Violin student

I am an adult with piano background and looking to start affordable violin lessons.With many music schools and internet at our fingertips, finding a violin teacher can be easy…but finding the right violin teacher? Not so easy.Thankfully, I ... met Ms Rita at Stradivari strings, and decided to take the chance to learn under her. Her light hearted, simple explanations help make learning the violin easier and interesting. Within a short span of 4 weeks of violin classes, she started me on technique pieces.Ms Rita also places emphasis in kindling interests. I was so excited when I was able to play a simple song, “twinkle twinkle little star” after my first lesson with her, even though it was my very first time holding a violin.
Amelia Lim

Violin student

I have a strong desire to learn to play the violin and started adult beginner violin lessons with Stradivari Strings. As I did not have any music background before starting adult violin classes, Rita patiently coached me rhythmic training, ... note reading and music theory in addition to the tips of playing the violin. Rita is a passionate, encouraging and enthusiastic violin teacher. She uses different teaching methods during violin lessons. This helps me to easily understand the concepts during my violin classes. My very first violin selection would not be smooth without her reliable advice and opinion. She also, helped me figure out my needs based on my budget.
Sharon Lee

Violin student

I have been always eager to perform violin someday after years of experience in playing the piano. The first time when I fell in love with the violin was after enjoying the duet performance by pianists and violinists. And my journey with th... e violin finally started at Stradivari Strings. With Rita’s detailed guidance, I chose my favourite violin and violin bow. Thanks to Rita also for helping me choose Mr.Yeo as my violin teacher. Every violin lesson to me is informative and Mr Yeo has been so supportive that he could appreciate every single improvement I have made. I was not confident when the sound was out of tone or too sharp. Howeverwith,Mr Yeo’s expertise, friendly personality and passion when playing the violin, I have received lots of courage and motivation to practice more. When struggling between pursuing my master’s degree and work, Mr Yeo and Rita has helped me re-arrange the classes to fit my schedule. Thank you Mr Yeo for your patience and encouragement, I will give the Grade 4 ABRSM exams my best shot!
Xin Ping

Violin student

My daughter is very keen to start private violin lessons so I researched online and came in contact with Stradivari Strings. They have a lot of information covered and I can see that their reputation is good too. So I decided to drop a mess... age on their “contact us” page, as my daughter is very keen in learning the violin. Rita responded to me quite instantly and I’m very impressed that she still reply to messages that late. I checked with her on some necessary information and she is also very prompt to arrange a violin teacher for one-to-one lessons at my place. We scheduled to meet instantly. She is very professional and sincere when she assisted my daughter in selecting a suitable violin and violin bow. During the selection process, she explained the differences on the range of violins and violin bows. She never push her sales and told my daughter to go with her instincts, which I like. She is also very flexible in the payment mode which eases my worry quite a bit. I am very happy that I can fulfill my daughter’s wish to learn to play the violin. I am very sure this will be a very fruitful and nurturing journey for her. I will definitely spread the word to the people around me who are keen to take up a musical instrument including the violin, viola, cello or double bass.
Linda Choo

Violin student

I am an adult violin student with zero knowledge on music and have always wanted to start private violin lessons. I started beginner violin classes with Stradivari Strings. My teacher Rita is very patient and gives me time to learn to play ... the violin at my own pace. She uses her methods to correctly lead me in the correct direction during adult violin classes. I will continue learning from teacher Rita and highly recommend to anyone who wished to learn violin. With teacher’s advice, I also selected a violin which suits me as a beginner violin learner with no background. Depending on how fast I progress, I may upgrade my violin to an intermediate level one in the near future.
Sandy Lim

Violin student

Our daughter has been taking violin lessons with Mr Yeo for almost 1 year. After doing one masterclass with him, she asked if she could change from her prior violin teacher because in one session with Mr Yeo, she felt she learned so much. ...  Each week, she looks forward to her classes because Mr Yeo makes them both fun and challenging. Her level of play and technique have improved markedly since she started with Mr Yeo. We recommend him in the highest of terms
Rebecca Muerer

Mother of a violin student

With any learning curve, Stradivari Strings focuses and emphasizes a good foundation through a fine selection of top tier teachers. In my case, Mr. Yeo has an exceptional approach to teaching and learning through his methodology which allo... ws for a true understanding of the violin instrument and technique. His utmost faith in me has led me to immediately jump the hoops to prepare for Grade 5 within a short time frame, and I’m truly excited to undertake the ABRSM Grade 5 Practice Exam soon! I’d personally recommend Mr. Yeo’s teaching capabilities to anyone who would seriously consider learning the violin or for someone to sharpen their prowess on the violin! Always inspired, always focussed and always fun!
Hans

Adult violin student

I have been taking violin classes from Mr Yeo for since 2016, and each lesson has been very enjoyable and fun. Mr Yeo is always smiling and very happy which puts me at ease while learning difficult passages or techniques. He is also very ha... ppy to explain to me the reasoning behind certain playing techniques which helps me appreciate playing the violin even more. I can confidently say that my progress is largely due to Mr Yeo’s dedication and professionalism as a teacher. I would strongly recommend Mr Yeo to anyone who would wish to start violin lessons!
Kenneth Zhang

Adult violin student

Teacher Tevy is great at explaining the fundamentals to a beginner like me. He is very patient and takes his time to explain everything in detail. He makes sure I understand everything clearly before moving on.
Simone

Adult violin student

Teacher Tevy is very passionate about his work and is very encouraging. He will never close a chapter if he thinks you’re not ready to move on. Thank you Tevy for your patience and guidance!
Joey

Adult violin student

Rita is so responsive and helpful! We love the violin she selected for us and my daughter has been encouraged by the beautiful sounds that her violin produces to continue with her musical journey. Rita is also opened to us coming down to he... r shop every time the violin needs tuning. Definitely a place to buy a violin from.
Jacqueline Tan

Mother of 6 year old violin student

We located our violin coach from Stradivari Strings. My girls (10 & 4 years old) have been learning violin and piano with Yi Jia since February 2019. I’ve been impressed with Yi Jia in many ways. He’s professional and dependable. He’s a... lways on time and never misses a lesson. He also manages to do his best to accommodate our schedule if change is required. He comes prepared with specific lesson goals and is committed to the girls’ progress. He’s especially patient with my 4 year old who can be easily distracted during an hour lesson. Yi Jia never loses his cool, and does his best to get her engaged & learning. My 10 year old says she likes Yi Jia because when she has a question or struggles with a part of music, he always stops to explain and re-teach until she gets it. He doesn’t dismiss her questions or let her skip difficult parts of music. She also likes that he challenges her to play more difficult music and patiently teaches and encourages her until she gets it. My 4 year old says she likes Yi Jia because he teaches about notes and tells her where they are on the piano and strings. She also says Yi Jia is very nice. Yijia is one of those teachers who has deep love for what they are teaching and deeply committed to student progress.
Mia

Mother of 3 kids

I have been learning violin for over 5 years. While visiting Singapore, I went to all the violin shops in town. I found my dream violin at Stradivari strings. The owner, Rita, helped me to select violin. She is so knowledgeable in this fiel... d! Each violin has its own character and tone quality. While selecting my violin, I also had detailed coaching from Mr Yeo, a very experienced violin coach. He pointed out my bow hold issues and gave me pointers on shifting and executing vibrato. My tone and intonation improved a lot after I learnt these important tips from Mr Yeo. He is an inspiring teacher. Just one class from him improved my playing. With that, I was able to attain distinction in ABRSM Violin grade 5. When I return to Singapore this year, I will take more masterclasses with Mr Yeo. Thank you Stradivari Strings! You are wonderful.
Franklin

Student

I learn violin from teacher Siak Lee as a beginner. Lessons are lively and relaxing. She is a responsible and patient teacher.
Wen Jie

Student

Tevy is great in explaining the fundamentals to a beginner like me. He is very patient and takes his time to explain everything in detail. He makes sure I understand everything clearly before moving on.
Simone Sng

Student

Teacher Siak Lee is a great coach. When I face problems on violin techniques, she will always coach patiently and make sure that I fully comprehend. Her explanation is clear and organized.
Choo Min

Student

Mr Yeo, my violin teacher does not hold back in sharing violin playing techniques and knowledge. He readily answers the many questions I have, he is indeed a patient teacher.
Alyss

Violin Student

I found my violin teacher Mr Yeo through Stradivari Strings. He is an excellent teacher and I really enjoy my violin lessons here!
Bonnie

Violin Student

Before I started lessons with Mr Yeo, I was a beginner student with no music background, and not musically talented. Mr Yeo has been very patient with me and he makes learning the violin interesting and easy to understand. This really helps...  me and I really enjoy lessons.
Miss Yap

Violin Student

Mr Yeo is a very patient and understanding teacher, His lessons are easy to understand and he conducts it in a fun way. He is observant, picking up on my weaknesses in violin playing, and corrects my mistakes immediately. I learnt a lot fro... m him aside from violin playing.
William

Violin Student

Mr Yeo is a very supportive teacher. Always optimistic, there is a “you can do it” atmosphere in class. I always feel encouraged and have the confidence in mastering the viola
Bina

Viola Student

I started violin lessons in June 2010 and within 1 year, took the ABRSM grade 3 examinations. I am amazed with my progress even though I have no music background before learning the violin.
Ho Hwee Leng

Violin Student

I had no music background before learning the violin and was initially apprehensive. My violin teacher encouraged me all the way and is very patient. Learning the violin is so enjoyable now, I look forward to lessons every week!
Lim Mei Yun

Violin Student

I started learning the violin 6 months ago and passed the ABRSM grade 2 examinations with distinction!
Ronnie Tan

Violin Student

Stradivari Strings found me a violin teacher who is humorous and passionate about music. I truly enjoy my journey towards learning to play the violin.
Miya

Violin Student

I really enjoyed my violin lesson with Mr Yeo. During my first lesson with him, I learnt more compared to 4 lessons with my previous violin teacher. I was smiling throughout my violin lesson.
Bao

Violin Student

I want to enrich my life and decided to learn the violin for leisure. I have been enjoying my violin lessons with my violin teacher, who is very patient and dedicated.
Isaac Leong

Violin Student

My violin teacher is awesome! My progress on the violin is so fast, I am going for ABRSM grade 2 examinations within 6 months of starting lessons.
Kaan Dinckol

Student

Tevy/s flexibility in lesson timing made it perfect for me due to the nature of my job. He also keeps each lesson interesting and made sure to teach me something new each lesson. I have piano diploma background when I started lessons with T... evy, his coaching and my background helped me to progress to take grade 6 ABRSM exams within 9 months of starting to learn the violin.
Joshua

Student

Mr Yeo is a great coach and mentor, he never fails to make my violin lessons interesting and fulfilling. Every lesson with him feels like a fleeting moment, that is how enjoyable his lessons are! I highly recommend Mr Yeo if you are serious...  about advancing quickly. You will learn all the necessary technical skills from a professional.
Peggy Chng

Violin Student

Stradivari Strings found a patient and experienced teacher to conduct the violin lessons. My son enjoys his violin lessons tremendously.
Boon Ching

Mother of 5 year old Jay

I have been taking violin lessons from Dwanye for about three months now, and I enjoy learning from him. As an adult learner, initially, I was quite hesitant and worried because I do not have any music background. However, he has been very ... kind and patient in helping me understand how to play the violin and ensures that I am comfortable with what I am doing each violin lesson. When in doubt, he explains in a way that is easy to grasp. Also, he doesn’t get mad if I mess up on a note, waits if I’m stuck on a certain song, and continues to offer support and encouragement. In a nutshell, Dwanye makes learning the violin fun and exciting.
Sujjitra

Violin Student

We can see that our son, who has passed ABRSM grade 5 exams in 2016, has improved in his bowing technique under teacher Tevy. His coaching is more precise compared to other teachers.
Mr and Mrs Tan

Parents of 9 year old Shane

My teacher Mr Yeo, makes every violin lesson interesting as he imparts basic theory and even dispenses historical descriptions so that the music is given its deserving mood, setting and value. In doing so, he makes me appreciate classical m... usic even more and this translates to better understanding of the pieces I play.
Francis Seah

Violin Student

As an adult starter, I am pleased to have Mr Yeo as my violin teacher. He is just great – very knowledgeable about music and adaptable in style and explanation. His eye for detail allows subtle correction that makes a whole world of differe... nce to the practice. I would definitely recommend him to anybody who wishes to learn the violin in a professional, yet comforting and encouraging environment.
Fine

Student

My twin daughters learn the violin and piano from the same teacher at Stradivari Strings. The teacher is always encouraging my girls to do their best at all times.
Rosemary Horst

Mother of twin girls

Lessons with Tevy, my violin teacher, are the highlight of my week. He provides a well-rounded education that goes beyond mere mastery of violin technique, often supplementing lessons with interesting tips and anecdotes that reveal his expe... rience and knowledge. His enthusiasm is infectious, his energy unceasing; every lesson is enjoyable and over too soon. Under his tutelage, my violin playing has improved swiftly and the best part is: none of it feels like work. Tevy makes it fun!
Claire

Student

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Should I go for group violin lessons or private violin lessons?

    Some students have asked me for advice whether to go for group violin classes or private violin classes. In my opinion, private one to one violin lesson is more effective as the violin teacher can focus on the student 100%. Posture adjustment, bowing posture, left hand position are all very important aspects to get right. If the teacher’s attention is split between many students in a group class scenario, these points may not be adequately addressed.

  • What is the ideal class size for group violin classes?

    The size of your group violin class should be the smaller the better. The reason being your violin teacher’s attention is split between all the students in the group. If there are 4 violin students in a group class, during a lesson of one hour duration the violin teacher can only focus 15 minutes per student.

  • What should I expect when I start group violin lessons for beginners?

    You can expect that the pace of the group violin classes to be as fast as the slowest student in the class. If you are musically more inclined than your counterparts in the beginner violin class, then you will be bored with what is covered as these are topics which you are already familiar with. In this case, you should do better with one to one violin lessons.

  • Do you provide trial violin lessons in Singapore?

    Yes we do arrange a paid trial violin lesson in Singapore so that both the student and teacher can assess suitability in terms of teaching style, synergy, student’s motivation level to learn to play the violin and so forth. If one trial lesson is too short to make this assessment, we can arrange 2 lessons over 2 weeks. Contact Stradivari Strings at +65-98137769 to discuss.

  • Do you provide free trial violin lessons?

    We value the time and effort of our violin teachers in getting their qualifications and experience in teaching the violin. Hence we only arrange violin lessons which are paid. We hope all our students do understand this.