My name is Ella and I am a violinist from New Zealand living in Utrecht. I have 15 years of experience teaching people of all ages and am a qualified Suzuki teacher (diplomas 1 and 2).

I have a Masters degree in violin performance from Rotterdam’s Conservatorium.

I was raised in a family of teachers - my mother is also a violin teacher. I’ve come to understand that teaching is the art of giving and what better than sharing what you are most passionate about? Music has been a constant companion throughout my life. Music is fun, an expression of human emotion and an important training for anyone. Music is, now more than ever vital to us as individuals and our community.

I am passionate about encouraging students to realise their full potential by creating an environment where leaning is easy and fun. Lessons are creatively adapted for each student because no one student learns in the same way. You are never too old or too young to learn. I have experience and training in the Suzuki method, have assisted in an El Sistema program and frequently use the Sassmannshaus and Ik Spel Viool methods.

I am leader of the 2nd violins in Libero Ensemble and a member of Ciconia Consort and Agathe Ensemble. I frequently play with Noord Nederland Orkest, Antwerpen Symphony Orkest, Kamerata Zuid and Noordpool Orkest.

Look forward to meeting you in your first lesson,

Ella van der Mespel

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