Exploring music, technique and interpretation
Teaching has always been an important part of my musical life. Alongside my work as Professor of Viola at Codarts University of the Arts in Rotterdam, I enjoy working with violists of different ages, backgrounds and levels, from enthusiastic amateurs to advanced students and professional musicians.
Over the years, I have been invited to teach at festivals, international viola congresses, summer schools and other musical events. These encounters offer wonderful opportunities to exchange ideas, explore repertoire and approach familiar musical questions from new perspectives.
In my masterclasses, I focus on the relationship between musical imagination, instrumental technique and interpretation. Every musician brings their own personality, experience and questions. Rather than offering one fixed solution, I like to explore different possibilities together, helping participants develop their own musical ideas.
Online Masterclasses
Online teaching offers new possibilities for bringing musicians together, regardless of where they live.
I offer individual online viola masterclasses, open to students, advanced amateurs and professional violists who would like to explore a particular piece, prepare for an audition or competition, or work on specific technical and musical questions.
Each masterclass lasts approximately 60 minutes and is tailored to the participant’s repertoire and interests.
Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Participation fee: €75
Format: Live online masterclass
Registration: By individual request
The masterclasses are intended as open sessions, allowing other interested musicians to attend as listeners. Details about attendance and the online platform will be provided in advance.
Interested in participating? Please send a request with some information about yourself, your repertoire and what you would like to work on.
Masterclasses at Festivals, Conservatories and Summer Schools
I am also available for masterclasses, workshops and educational projects hosted by conservatories, music festivals, viola societies, summer schools and other musical organisations.
Having worked for many years as a performer, chamber musician, composer and teacher, I enjoy approaching music from several different perspectives. My experience with both violin and viola, as well as my longstanding involvement in chamber music and contemporary repertoire, provides a broad basis for working with musicians.
Masterclasses can focus on solo repertoire, orchestral excerpts, chamber music, contemporary music, performance preparation or specific aspects of viola playing.
The format can be adapted to the occasion, ranging from a single masterclass to a series of sessions or a longer educational project.
Invitations and enquiries
for invitations to teach at a festival, conservatory, summer school or other event, please contact me to discuss the possibilities.