Violin and Viola Lessons
Discover the joy of playing the violin or viola, whether you're a beginner or an advanced player.
General information about my lessons
Lesson contents
• A wide repertoire of classical violin and viola pieces, as well as pieces you personally enjoy, such as film music, pop songs, rock songs, Disney songs, and more—I am very open-minded
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• All fundamental terms and techniques that you should be familiar with
​• General music theory, harmony, sight-reading and learning to read music (international, German, French or Korean way)
​• Efficient practice methods, mental training, and motivation to practice
• Stretching exercises and relaxation techniques based on the Alexander Technique
Location
The lessons will take place in Heideviertel, 30625 Hanover. I have a small dog (5kg), a Bichon Frisé, who will stay in a different room during class; his fur is hypoallergenic and he does not shed.
Acquiring an instrument
I would gladly advise you on renting or buying an instrument and accessories.
Target audience
My lessons are aimed at children aged 6 and above, teenagers, and adults alike. Whether you are an ambitious beginner looking to learn a musical instrument for the first time, an advanced player seeking to further develop and refine your skills, or someone returning to playing after a break, you are welcome!
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Regardless of your age or level of experience, I will tailor the lessons carefully to your individual needs, goals, and abilities. Together, we will work on improving your playing technique, deepening your musical understanding, and expanding your repertoire.
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Whether you dream of performing on stage, simply want to experience the joy of playing your favourite music or want to embrace the challenges of learning a (new) musical instrument, I will guide you every step of the way with my background knowledge and expertise, years of experience and passion for the violin and viola.
Languages
I am fluent and teach or have teaching experience in the following languages:
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• Deutsch (German)
• English
• Français (French)
• í•œêµì–´ (Korean)
click HERE to see accessories I recommend for the instrument and other handy gadgets for practicing and playing the violin or viola.
Testimonials
Viktoria von Görbitz (17)
Julia's lessons are a lot of fun and very instructive at the same time! She is a patient and competent teacher who motivates me to play the violin again and again with her positive charisma and cheerful manner. I have made great progress over the past few years thanks to her lessons!
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Mirjam Abramowski (24)
Lessons with Julia are like a time-out for me. She is always empathetic, open and keen to find the right piece and technique for you. There is always something new to learn and discover from her!
Janne Ulrich (11)
I really enjoy lessons with Ms. Oh and I always like to go to her lessons. For me, she is the best violin teacher.
Eddie B. (9)
Julia is nice! She makes my lessons really fun and I enjoy learning the viola with her.
E. M. (Mitte 60)
I started learning to play the viola already over the age of 60. Julia skilfully adapts her instructions and suggestions to this situation and takes into account limitations in mobility and vision. We play often together as a duo, which is challenging, provides additional guidance and is a lot of fun at the same time.
Christina U, (37)
I started to learn to play the violin through my daughter. At first I tried to teach myself, but I realised that it didn't work very well and that I needed professional help. That's how I came to Ms. Oh. Her lessons are great. She is very patient and even if a question comes up later at home, she is always ready to help and gives us advice and support!
Through the long and difficult Corona period in particular, she accompanied us so well and always supported us in a very committed way! Simply great! Both my daughter and I have made a lot of progress and love playing! We absolutely recommend her!
My teaching philosophy
My approach to violin and viola lessons is centered around your enjoyment and motivation to learn, while emphasizing the importance of playing with a relaxed body, regardless of your current level.
I firmly believe that maintaining curiosity in learning something new, whether it's a new skill or a new piece, combined with motivation and determination to practice efficiently and systematically, will undoubtedly lead to progress. And any progress you make is valuable and means another step towards a better playing experience.
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The more you play and improve, the easier and faster it will become for you to "deconstruct" a piece at first sight and eventually master it. And the best part is when you can finally play a piece exactly as you envision it, the feeling of fulfillment is simply indescribable.
Unfortunately, this process may not always run as seamlessly and steadily as you wish. Moreover, you need time and a lot of patience. Throughout my years of playing a musical instrument, I have experienced periods of disinterest, some degree of stage fright, compromised posture that interfered with performing a specific technique, and encountered obstacles while tackling a passage in a piece or attempting to perfect a particular skill.
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Overcoming each of these hurdles was a challenge, and as I struggled with them, I was always trying to figure out why a problem was occurring in the first place. In the end, it was worth it, because I learned to overcome these hardships and learned that these problems were exactly the dilemmas, big and small, that many people face on their way to becoming professional musicians. Based on these experiences and my musical journey from Korea, India, France, and Germany, I am glad to share my knowledge and expertise with my students since 16 years.
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My greatest joy and motivation come from helping you achieve your individual goals by providing guidance on how to reach them, maintaining your interest, and teaching you to improve your playing.​
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Let's embark on a musical journey together. Contact me today to schedule your violin or viola lesson and let's explore the wonderful world of music.​
Contact Me
Are you interested? Feel free to get in touch with me for more information.