Professional High-Quality Violin, Viola & Cello Lessons in Dingwall, Inverness & Ross-Shire

I am an Experienced qualified teacher and former Head of Strings with over 20 years of teaching experience. I offer structured, personalised tuition for children and adults, from first notes through to advanced study in Dingwall, Inverness & Ross-Shire. Whether learning for enjoyment, confidence, or examination success, each student is guided with care, clarity and high expectations.

Violin & Viola Lessons

Beginner to advanced – Ages 5+ and adults

Cello Lessons

Beginner to intermediate – Ages 5+ and adults

Early Years Musicianship Lessons (Ages 3+)

• Singing

• Pulse and rhythm work

• Movement

• Listening skills

• Basic percussion instruments

These sessions develop coordination, listening skills, confidence and musical awareness, providing an excellent foundation before beginning instrumental study.

Specialist Support

• Students receiving school tuition who would benefit from additional guidance

• Trinity and ABRSM Exam preparation (practical, theory, aural,  college and university auditions and competitions )

• Technique development and confidence building

• Adult beginners and returning players

• Families wishing to learn together

  • Online Teaching worldwide

My Teaching Approach

My teaching is rooted in strong technical foundations and a deep understanding of how musical skills develop over time.

Lessons integrate:

• Secure instrumental technique

• Practical music theory

• Aural training through singing and listening

• Musical understanding and interpretation

• Structured, individual progression

Students are supported to become confident, independent and expressive musicians.

Tuition can be exam-focused or purely for enjoyment, and repertoire may include both classical and folk traditions.

Orchestral & Strings Conducting/Coaching

• String Orchestras and Orchestral Ensembles

• Chamber groups

• Informal studio concerts for chamber groups and orchestral ensembles

Learning to play with others is an essential and joyful part of musical development.