Violin

Violin study at The Bach Academy invites students into the rich heritage of string playing shaped by centuries of classical tradition and the Church’s legacy of sacred music. Our teaching emphasizes the development of listening, disciplined technique, and musical imagination. By guiding students to hear deeply, respond sensitively, and move with ease and grace, we form players who can communicate beauty and truth through their instrument. Lessons focus on a strong technical foundation—balanced posture, relaxed bowing, and refined intonation—while also encouraging expressive phrasing and musical storytelling. Younger students often begin with Suzuki-based ear training and ensemble playing to develop listening and coordination skills, while more advanced students explore the breadth of Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and modern repertoire. Our desire is to equip violinists not only to perform skillfully but also to serve their communities—in worship, in ensembles, and as mentors to others—reflecting the joy and order of music as part of God’s creation.