
Violin lessons in Manchester
Find a local violin teacher in Manchester — lessons for students of all ages.
Teachers near Manchester
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I’m a professional violinist and experienced teacher with a background in both performance and education. My approach to teaching is structured, clear, and adaptable, helping each student build strong foundations and real confidence in their playing. I currently work at Chetham’s School of Music and Trafford Music Service, and I previously taught at Junior Birmingham Conservatoire. Through these roles, I’ve worked with students from beginner to advanced levels, including those preparing for exams, auditions, and professional pathways. These experiences have shaped a teaching style that balances technical precision with musical understanding and encourages students to think independently as musicians. My lessons are tailored to each student’s needs — focusing on tone, technique, and interpretation, while maintaining a positive and focused learning environment. I use a mix of structured technical work and engaging repertoire to ensure consistent, measurable progress. Alongside teaching, I maintain an active international performing career. I’ve performed worldwide as a soloist and with orchestras, ensembles, and commercial showbands, collaborating with DJs and luxury event productions across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. These experiences bring a practical and versatile perspective to my teaching, connecting classical training with the demands of modern performance.
Bryony is a Piano, Vocal and Violin teacher from Manchester. She has 2 years of teaching experience, is classically trained at degree level and has been performing and song-writing for years. Primarily a vocal teacher, Bryony also has ample experience and enjoys teaching Piano, Violin and Music Theory. She can also aid in song-writing. While her training is in classical music, she teaches a range of genres and her personal work is in folk and song-writing.Bryony's lessons are tailored to the individual. All levels, genres and ages are welcome. The student's musical goals are at the centre the lessons - whether they would be graded exams, performances or to have fun learning a new creative skill.
Hi! My name is Hazel, I'm a singer and violist performing in South Manchester. My background is in classical music having played violin and viola in many orchestras and quartets over the years. More recently, I have studied jazz vocals and folk music, and now primarily work as a vocalist and violist with folk/funk/pop musicians as well as performing my own songs with my duo. My attitude towards teaching is person-centered and holistic and is driven by the students' passions. I can teach viola, violin, piano, singing, songwriting, and music theory up to an intermediate level, and can offer singing and viola lessons up to an advanced level. These would primarily be within the classical genre, however, I can also incorporate elements of folk, pop, and jazz if desired! Qualifications: BMus Music Grade 8 Viola (ABRSM) Grade 8 Singing (ABRSM) Grade 5 Violin (ABRSM) Grade 5 Piano (Trinity) Grade 5 Theory (ABRSM)
About violin lessons in Manchester
Locate violin tutors in Manchester offering graded exam prep, technique and ensemble coaching.
Manchester teachers teach at local music centres and online.

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Violin lessons: what to expect
Children and adults seeking structured technique and musical development.
Size and setup matter — consult a teacher or luthier for correct sizing.
A simple learning path for violin
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Hold the instrument, bow control, first scales and simple tunes.
Shifting, vibrato, double-stops and phrasing.
Concert repertoire, orchestral excerpts and ensemble playing.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A well-sized student violin, rosin, shoulder rest and a tuner.
- Regular short practice sessions focused on bow control and intonation.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Technique, repertoire and orchestra preparation.
Traditional tunes, ornamentation and rhythmic drive.
Browse violin lessons by location
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Trust & safety
Parents and students should always feel confident asking about safeguarding, insurance, and lesson policies.
FAQs about violin lessons in Manchester
Yes — several teachers specialise in beginner and junior lessons.
Short daily practice sessions are more effective than occasional long sessions.
Method books provide structure; teachers tailor them to student needs.
