Violin Lessons
Discover the beauty of the violin with lessons that inspire creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of music!
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Whether you’re drawn to Classical, Folk, Pop, or Contemporary styles, our skilled instructors design each lesson to match your interests and goals, helping you progress at your own pace while enjoying every step of the journey.
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For beginners, teachers use a variety of proven method books and resources chosen to suit each student’s age, experience, and learning style. As skills grow, students may choose to continue their studies through the
Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Program, Canada’s nationally recognized standard for music education.
The violin is a timeless instrument that inspires discipline, creativity, and joy from the very first note.​
"The sound of the violin is as close as we can get to the human voice.” – Joshua Bell
“The violin sings what words cannot express.”
– Unknown
Violin Lesson Program
We know that music has the power to inspire everyone! Whether you are picking up the violin for the very first time or reconnecting with a musical passion you have carried for years, our violin lessons are designed to guide you on a journey of growth, creativity, and expression.
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Port Perry School of Music welcomes students ages 4 to adult, from complete beginners to advanced performers. Our teachers are professional musicians, many with university degrees and extensive experience in both teaching and performing. They combine technical mastery with a love for nurturing each student’s individual musical voice.
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From classical masterpieces to your favourite pop, folk, or contemporary tunes, our lessons are personalized to your goals and interests. Every session helps build solid technique, musical understanding, and confidence, all while keeping the joy of music at the heart of learning.
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Learning the violin with us is more than mastering notes and rhythms.
It is about finding your voice, expressing yourself through music, and celebrating every achievement along the way.
With guidance every step of the way, you will develop skills that last a lifetime and a love of music that stays with you forever!
Violinkids® Program
Violinkids® is the perfect way for young beginners to start their musical adventure!
Designed for children ages 4–10, this program makes learning the violin fun, interactive, and exciting.
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Every lesson is packed with singing, games, and hands-on violin practice, so children develop skills while having fun. Lessons include:
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Note-reading and rhythm exercises
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Musical games and activities
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Singing and ear-training
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Basic violin technique
Our approach is child-friendly, giving young learners the tools to build confidence, coordination, and a love of music.
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By the end of the first year, students will understand violin fundamentals, read basic notes and rhythms and eel confident performing simple pieces, setting them up for future study and success!
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Port Perry School of Music and Whitby School of Music are proud to be the only two fully certified ViolinKids® Academies in Durham Region, offering a unique program trusted by families and music educators.
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Start your child’s musical journey today and watch them fall in love with the violin!
Conservatory Program
After completing a foundational method series and building essential violin skills, students can choose to continue their studies through the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Program and take examinations through either the RCM or the Durham Music School Exam Program.
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The RCM Program consists of 10 progressive levels, culminating with the prestigious Associate Diploma (ARCT).
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Students who begin with Violinkids® can start exploring RCM repertoire as early as Violinkids® Level 3, continuing their growth with a structured, comprehensive curriculum.
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Examinations can be taken at any point during a student’s studies. Exams are optional and do not need to be taken in sequential order, allowing students to progress at their own pace.
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The RCM curriculum provides more than technique and theory, it cultivates musical understanding, artistic expression, and a love of performance.
Each level is designed to inspire enthusiasm for music, celebrate student achievements, and build a strong foundation for a lifelong musical journey.