Private Specialist Consultations
In Person or Online Internationally
A private, one-to-one specialist consultation for violinists experiencing physical problems when playing.
The focus is on understanding your individual situation, examining what happens when you play, and exploring practical possibilities for resolving the problem.
This is specialist consultation work, not conventional violin teaching.
Consultation Options
Initial Specialist Consultation — 75 minutes — $295
The recommended starting point.
A private, one-to-one consultation focused on understanding the physical problem you experience when playing, observing what happens when you play, and identifying practical possibilities for resolving it.
Follow-Up Consultation — 60 minutes — $225
For continued individual work following an initial consultation.
3-Consultation Programme — $625
One 75-minute initial consultation followed by two 60-minute follow-up consultations.
5-Consultation Programme — $975
One 75-minute initial consultation followed by four 60-minute follow-up consultations.
All consultations are available in person or online internationally.
What Happens During a Consultation?
The exact consultation depends on your individual situation.
We Discuss the Problem
You explain what you experience, when it occurs and how it affects your playing.
You do not need to know what is causing the problem. That is part of what we examine.
We Observe Your Playing
Where appropriate, I observe you playing so that we can examine what actually happens physically while you play.
We Examine the Physical Relationship Between You and the Instrument
We consider the violin hold, posture, movement, muscular tension and the physical relationship between you and the instrument.
A problem experienced in one area may be influenced by what is happening elsewhere.
We Explore and Test Practical Possibilities
We examine practical changes that may be relevant to your particular problem and consider what happens when those changes are introduced in actual playing.
The aim is not to apply a predetermined method, but to determine what may be appropriate for you.
Who Is This For?
The service is available to:
- Beginners
- Amateur violinists
- Advanced players
- Professional violinists
- Soloists
You do not need to be an advanced or professional player.
The important consideration is that you are experiencing a physical problem when playing and want specialist help in understanding it.
100% Confidential
Every consultation is private and 100% confidential.
This is particularly important for professional violinists and soloists who may need to discuss physical difficulties without concern about their professional reputation or opportunities.
Before Your Consultation
It can be useful to think about:
- What physical problem are you experiencing?
- When does it occur?
- What effect does it have on your playing?
- Does it change during longer playing or demanding repertoire?
- Does it occur during performances as well as practice?
- What have you already tried?
You do not need to diagnose the cause yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a violin lesson?
No.
The service is specifically focused on physical problems associated with playing the violin. It is not conventional violin instruction.
Do I need to be an advanced violinist?
No.
The service is available to violinists at all levels.
Can the consultation be online?
Yes.
Online consultations are available internationally and provide the same individual specialist focus as an in-person consultation.
Do you work with professional violinists?
Yes.
Professional violinists and soloists are an important part of the service, particularly where privacy and confidentiality are important.
Professional Violinists and Soloists →
Do you guarantee that my problem will be solved?
No.
Physical problems can have different histories and contributing factors. I do not guarantee a particular outcome.
The purpose of the consultation is to understand your individual situation and explore practical possibilities for resolving the problem.
Is this medical treatment?
No.
The service does not provide medical diagnosis, physiotherapy or medical treatment.
If you have significant pain, an injury, neurological symptoms or another condition requiring medical attention, you should consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
How Do I Arrange a Consultation?
Use the booking facility on this page to arrange an initial specialist consultation.
For general enquiries, you can also use the Contact page.
Begin with an Initial Consultation
If a physical problem is affecting the way you play, an initial specialist consultation provides an opportunity to examine the problem in detail and determine the most appropriate way forward.