Bio

Melbourne-born violinist and experienced educator Susannah offers violin tuition informed by extensive international performance experience and a deep understanding of classical violin pedagogy. She studied at the Victorian College of the Arts before undertaking postgraduate studies in London and Amsterdam with distinguished violinists Yossi Zivoni and Olga Martinova.

Susannah has performed internationally and throughout Australia with leading orchestras, including the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and Orchestra Victoria. Her career encompasses orchestral, chamber music, opera and solo performance.

Since 1997, Susannah has taught students of all ages and abilities, from young beginners to advanced performers preparing for AMEB examinations, auditions, tertiary assessments and university recitals. Her teaching experience includes Monash University, Camberwell Boys Grammar School and Korowa Anglican Girls’ School, as well as coaching for the Australian Youth Orchestra.

Her approach combines sound technical foundations, expressive musicianship and a supportive, individualised teaching style. She tailors lessons to each student’s needs, encouraging confident performance, effective practice habits, musical independence and the development of individual expression. Alongside traditional classical training, she incorporates creative approaches, including simple improvisation, to foster curiosity and imagination.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, Susannah aims to make learning the violin both rewarding and musically fulfilling.

Teaching Info

My role is to provide clear direction, expert guidance and the technical foundations necessary for confident, expressive playing. Students are encouraged to engage with this process, develop independent practice habits and take pride in their achievements.

Meaningful progress comes from consistent practice, a willingness to learn and an active commitment to one’s musical development. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their progress by applying lesson guidance, practising thoughtfully and approaching challenges with patience and determination.

Ultimately, technical discipline and musical understanding are not ends in themselves, but the means to greater freedom, confidence and enjoyment in making music. The aim is to foster a lasting appreciation of music and to help each student discover the satisfaction that comes from playing well.