Ricardo - Violin tutor - London
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Ricardo - Violin tutor - London

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Ricardo

  • Rate $138
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Ricardo - Violin tutor - London
  • 5 (2 reviews)

$138/hr

1st lesson free

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1st lesson free

1st lesson free

  • Violin
  • Viola

Teacher graduated from the Royal Academy of Music offers violin and viola and Chamber Music lessons to all kinds of levels. More than 10 years of experience teaching in English, Spanish and Portuguese

  • Violin
  • Viola

Lesson location

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Ricardo is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.

About Ricardo

Ricardo Fuentes Contreras is an accomplished violin and viola teacher based in London, with extensive experience instructing students across a range of ages and abilities. Originally from Granada, Spain, Ricardo holds a Master of Arts in Performance from the Royal Academy of Music, London, supported by the Josephine Euler and Santander Universities UK Scholarships, and a Bachelor of Music from the Conservatorio Superior del País Vasco (MUSIKENE). Ricardo currently teaches violin and viola at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama (MEI), City of London Academy Highbury Grove, and St Christopher’s School. He has previously held teaching positions at Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School, West London Free School Secondary, and The New North Academy, where he has developed students’ technical and musical skills in both individual and group settings. Alongside his teaching, Ricardo maintains a vibrant performance career, playing with prestigious orchestras including the English Symphony Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra (UK), Navarra Symphony Orchestra (Spain), RTVE Symphony Orchestra (Madrid), Gulbenkian Orchestra (Lisbon), and others. His orchestral and chamber music experience enriches his teaching, providing students with real-world insights and inspiration. Ricardo’s students benefit from his international perspective, shaped by participation in renowned festivals such as the Banff International Festival Music Centre (Canada), Zeist Music Days (Netherlands), International Chamber Music Festival Orlando (Netherlands), and the Festival Internacional de Música y Danza de Granada. He has also received multiple awards and scholarships, including the Help Musicians UK Transmission Fund Scholarship, Wolfe Wolfinsohn String Quartet Prize (2nd Prize), and several chamber music competition prizes. Dedicated to nurturing musical talent, Ricardo combines a strong pedagogical foundation with a passion for performance, helping each student develop their unique musical voice.

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About the lesson

  • All Levels
  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

Music lessons should always be both fun and productive! I believe that when students experience a real sense of achievement through music, their confidence grows and their possibilities become truly endless. For beginners, I focus on building solid musical foundations through creative exercises and games. I always incorporate actual pieces of music, even at the early stages, so students can immediately enjoy the thrill of playing real tunes. This keeps lessons engaging and gives students a tangible sense of progress. I often use ABRSM exams as a helpful framework for setting goals and tracking development. These exams are an excellent way to motivate students and help them build all-round musical skills, but I always ensure the process remains enjoyable and pressure-free. Above all, I concentrate on helping each student develop a comfortable, confident technique. My aim is for every student to feel at ease with their instrument, so they have the freedom to play whatever music inspires them. From my experience, the most productive lessons are those where students are having fun, and the most fun happens when students feel themselves making real progress. I have extensive experience teaching both adults and children, but I especially enjoy creating a positive, tailored learning journey for young musicians and professional students. If you’re looking for a violin or viola teacher let’s meet in London or connect online.

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Rates

Rate

  • $138

Pack prices

  • 5h: $690
  • 10h: $1380

online

  • $115/h

travel fee

  • + $10

free lessons

The first lesson with Ricardo will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.

  • 1hr

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