Strings Attached: The 5 Best Violin Lessons in Adelaide

String Haven Violin School is perfect for anyone who wants to master the violin because it focuses solely on teaching this instrument.

It’s led by Lily who has 9 years of experience in playing the violin, and she studied under Brighton Secondary’s Specialist Music Program. She has experience in performing solo and with an ensemble.

As a member of the Adelaide Youth Orchestra, she has plenty of experience playing alongside and teaching children. This shows in her warm and friendly demeanor towards young clients. 

In addition, she charges an affordable rate of $20 per lesson. This also comes with a convenient cancel-any-time policy.

As a one-woman team, however, her appointment slots are limited. Also, she takes a couple of days to answer the inquiry form on her website.

Learning Through Music places emphasis on ensemble performances and group concerts, making it a great choice if you prefer playing violin in these settings. 

It was founded 14 years ago and has since expanded to have 4 branches in Woodville, Klemzig, Seaton, and Maylands. Each is accessible and fully equipped with musical instruments and accessories. 

Teaching foundational techniques and providing opportunities for creativity and experimentation, the school’s violin lessons are compatible with beginners and intermediate learners. 

In addition, the teachers are flexible when it comes to class size. They can also accommodate Saturday lessons and lessons that go beyond an hour. 

That said, they take a couple of days to respond to phone inquiries. Also, the fees are a bit pricey.

Novar Music’s approach to music learning is by integrating it into the students’ lifestyle. To do so, they foster a strong sense of community among students and teachers.

Established 17 years ago by Carly McDonald, Novar Music embodies the founder’s dedication to music education. 

To enable her vision, each student gets individualized learning plans that follow natural skill progression. For violin instruction, students transition from 45-minute sessions to hour-long ones as their skills evolve.

After that, they’re given opportunities to participate in performances, including Performance Parties (for ages 5–12), Music and Pizza Nights for teens, and Evening Soirees for adults. These help build confidence and mastery for learners. 

In terms of downsides, their fees are pricey. Some also find their teaching style too competitive because of their strict evaluation standards.

If you’re looking for a school with a young team of teachers, Adelaide Music World is a great choice. The teachers are accomplished professionals under the age of 40 who create comfortable and creative musical spaces for children. 

The violin lessons are taught by Mei who specializes in classical music. Her approach to teaching is to encourage creativity and personal expression among students. 

In addition, the school’s space for learning has complete equipment for live performances, recordings, and classes. Its location in Allenby Gardens also makes its accessible both via car or public transportation. 

However, Mei’s current status as a student completing her degree in music education and pedagogy may present a potential drawback for some parents. Also, the school primarily caters to children, so it may not be the best for adult learners.

Music Eternal places emphasis on equipping students with maximum tools for self-learning, making it a great choice if you’re comfortable learning independently. These tools include online modules, backing tracks, and musical arrangements.

Led by Elizabeth Brady who has over ten years of teaching experience in violin and piano, the school has a joy-centric approach. This prioritizes student enjoyment through flexible lesson structures and prioritizing teaching their preferred pieces.

Additionally, the school’s website features a user-friendly booking tool, simplifying appointment scheduling and cancellation. It also has an accessible branch in Brighton. 

In addition, it’s notable for having part of its revenues go towards excess carbon removal efforts. 

That said, its appointment slots are limited. It also has limited performance opportunities for students.