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Viola lessons in Birmingham
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Having studied with world-class international soloists at the Royal College of Music (London) and at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, winning instrumental prizes in both venues, Mr Liviu Popescu divides his versatile musical career between private teaching at the highest level, chamber music, giving recitals and freelancing with some of the biggest orchestras in the UK and abroad. Mr Popescu has collaborated with several internationally renowned orchestras such as London Philharmonic, The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, The City of Birmingham Symphony and has led the viola section of the RTE Concert Orchestra (Dublin). Recipient of a Bachelor of Music degree with Honours and a Postgraduate Diploma in Performance, Mr Popescu is also the winner of several performance prizes at both the Royal College of Music and the Birmingham Conservatoire. As a highly experienced tutor, Mr Popescu’s extensive experience will provide master classes in technique, musical and artistic development and varied repertoire, with a speciality in preparing students for academic endeavours, college and university auditions & all graded exams from beginner to highest diploma levels. Whether you are looking to build upon a solid professional career or perhaps just as a pastime, Mr Popescu’s instrumental expertise will prove essential to an immediate and guaranteed improvement from the very first session. Flexible in approach to communication and environment, individually tailored lessons are provided on a professional level but what is more, with a highly experienced professional touch. Providing for both the young and elder generations alike, Dudley Violin School assures prospective students with registered DBS/CRB credentials. We invite & encourage parents and carers to sit-in all sessions. Music Qualifications & Achievements: Bachelor of Music Degree with Honour Acclaimed Post Graduate Diploma in Musical Performance from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and the Royal College of Music in London
About Viola lessons in Birmingham
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Viola lessons: what to expect
Who viola lessons suit
Players aiming for orchestral or chamber music experience or to expand string technique.
A simple learning path for viola
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Posture, bowing and introductory alto clef reading.
Shifting, vibrato and tone production.
Chamber music, orchestral excerpts and audition preparation.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A student viola suitable for size, rosin and a shoulder rest.
- A tuner and exercises for daily tonal development.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Intonation, blend and reading alto clef.
Communication, phrasing and repertoire.
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FAQs about viola lessons in Birmingham
Yes — many tutors prepare students for graded exams.
Technique is similar but instrument size and repertoire differ; many progress quickly with good guidance.