Hello, I am Marta
Violin lessons for dedicated learners
Proper technique from lesson one, and real progress every week. For beginners and returning players, in person across Calgary or online anywhere in the world.
- Training
- RCM & Suzuki Teacher's Training
- Qualification
- Master’s In Violin Teaching
- Years performing
- 10+ Years performing
in 16+ countries
Here is the difference
Videos can show you what to do, but they cannot tell you how to improve. I can. You will learn properly, with honest feedback and steady progress, every week.
Where to begin
Two ways to learn
Calgary, in person 🇨🇦
I see your technique up close, we set your goals together, and you leave every week with a practice plan.
From $180 CAD / month
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Online, worldwide 🌍
The same close attention over video. I watch every note, we work toward your goals, and you get a practice plan after each lesson.
From $170 CAD / 4 lessons
See online lessons
A little about me
I picked up my first violin at age four in Latvia.
By the time I was a teenager, I knew music would be my life. Not just playing it, but sharing it with others. I hold a Bachelor’s in Performance and a Master’s in Violin Teaching from the Latvian Academy of Music, plus RCM and Suzuki Teacher’s Training.
My approach is rooted in the Suzuki method: listening comes first. You learn to hear the music before you learn to read it. But I am never rigid. If you just want to learn a song you love, we will do that.
Read my full story →In their own words
What students and parents say
“I started without knowing how to play. Now I am at level seven. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn violin.”
My name is Cedar. I have been taking lessons with teacher Marta for five years. She is very patient, very encouraging and she has a big heart. I started without knowing how to play. Now I am at level seven. She is very patient, relaxing and calm to play with throughout the five years. Teacher Marta gave us a lot of practical tips and advice on how to help Cedar practice throughout the weeks. She even gave detailed notes on the music sheet on where to pay attention and where to refine. I really enjoy playing with her. I really appreciate Teacher Marta and I would recommend her to anyone who wants to learn violin.
“I changed 7 to 8 teachers and was almost about to give up. Then I chose Marta, and since then she is my teacher. I definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to learn violin.”
I started learning violin in 2020, and from 2020 to 2021, I changed 7 to 8 teachers. Those teachers were great violinists, but I was not able to learn properly from them. Maybe they were lacking from where to start me, or maybe they were not able to find my weaknesses. So I was almost about to give up learning violin, but in 2021, I thought to try again, and I chose Marta. Since then she is my teacher and I have been regular, so that means she really knows how to teach violin to a new beginner. I also thought there might be some communication issue because English is not the first language for both of us, but no such problem occurred. She is very knowledgeable. She knows how to start the lessons and keep going from there. She also understands what to teach students so they do not get bored. She keeps a balance of everything, and I definitely recommend Marta to anyone who wants to learn violin.
“I started as a complete beginner and built a really strong foundation. I would highly recommend Marta to anyone wanting to learn violin, whether you are just starting or looking to improve.”
Hi, my name is AK. I have been taking violin lessons with Marta for about four years now. I started as a complete beginner and over time I have built a really strong foundation thanks to the guidance and patience. Right now I am working on perfecting my C and D major scales and starting to move into third position, which has been really exciting. Lessons are always very supportive and encouraging and everything is explained clearly, which makes it much easier to improve each week. I have really enjoyed my lessons with Marta. There is a great balance of technique and musicality and I can definitely see how much I have progressed since the day I started. I would highly recommend Marta to anyone wanting to learn violin, whether you are just starting or looking to improve. Thank you.
“Marta pointed out my daughter's posture while playing the violin. She is kids friendly and uses kids' language while explaining the technique on holding the bow. Overall my daughter enjoyed it!”
“Marta was a wonderful teacher. She is very patient. I am an adult learner so don't pick up on things quite as quick as I used to. She was flexible with her schedule which was important as I work shift work. I will be back for more lessons.”
“Marta is a wonderful teacher. Very encouraging, positive and professional. Thanks to Marta, I'm so much better in playing the violin, and very very happy with my progress. Very easy and kind communication, class scheduling and good instructions.”
“Marta is a very nice violin teacher that I enjoyed my 4 weeks of lessons with. She explains the techniques to the very detail and shows how to play clearly. She is very specific in mentioning the issue and how to improve.”
“I'm so happy that I found Marta! I had violin lessons before with another teacher, but he didn't inspire me to practice at all. After the first lesson with Marta I got really excited to practice again!”
“This was my first lesson and she was so nice and patient with me being a beginner. She really helped me get a better understanding with the strings and positioning. I highly recommend her!”
“7 year old daughter really enjoyed the lesson. Great teacher! Highly recommend!”
“Eagle-eyed and pedagogical!”
“Marta is a star! Enjoyed learning the violin with her. She's very patient with wonderful ideas for improvement and progress! She communicates very effectively, always on time and giving the best of tips in the lesson.”
“I took a lesson with Marta for my little sister who is a beginner. Marta helped her with technical things like holding the violin and taught her a new piece. The lesson was very calm and relaxed. After the lesson my sister wanted to keep playing!”
“I am a complete beginner, she helped me a lot with the basics. I improved my posture and bow holding, she also gave me tips and exercises to get better. I can't wait for the next lessons!”
“I started learning the violin by myself and wanted to see if I was doing things the right way. She taught me the best and easier ways to play without straining my body. Provided me with the proper learning materials.”
“I requested violin lessons for my 8 year old kid. I'm so glad I found Marta. My kid has started enjoying lessons and is doing great. Marta is a fun teacher and knows how to deal with kids. Highly recommend!”
“Was very insightful. Recognized my personal skill level and gave me exercises and pieces corresponding to that with comments on improving my technique. Marta is also very friendly and patient.”
“My 8 year old son needed help with an orchestral piece and Marta was great.”
“It is always fun to have a lesson with Marta! She works with her students' current skill levels and gives appropriate suggestions, exercises, and performance pieces to help students move to the next level! Always a pleasure!”
“Marta pointed out my daughter's posture while playing the violin. She is kids friendly and uses kids' language while explaining the technique on holding the bow. Overall my daughter enjoyed it!”
“Marta was a wonderful teacher. She is very patient. I am an adult learner so don't pick up on things quite as quick as I used to. She was flexible with her schedule which was important as I work shift work. I will be back for more lessons.”
“Marta is a wonderful teacher. Very encouraging, positive and professional. Thanks to Marta, I'm so much better in playing the violin, and very very happy with my progress. Very easy and kind communication, class scheduling and good instructions.”
“Marta is a very nice violin teacher that I enjoyed my 4 weeks of lessons with. She explains the techniques to the very detail and shows how to play clearly. She is very specific in mentioning the issue and how to improve.”
“I'm so happy that I found Marta! I had violin lessons before with another teacher, but he didn't inspire me to practice at all. After the first lesson with Marta I got really excited to practice again!”
“This was my first lesson and she was so nice and patient with me being a beginner. She really helped me get a better understanding with the strings and positioning. I highly recommend her!”
“7 year old daughter really enjoyed the lesson. Great teacher! Highly recommend!”
“Eagle-eyed and pedagogical!”
“Marta is a star! Enjoyed learning the violin with her. She's very patient with wonderful ideas for improvement and progress! She communicates very effectively, always on time and giving the best of tips in the lesson.”
“I took a lesson with Marta for my little sister who is a beginner. Marta helped her with technical things like holding the violin and taught her a new piece. The lesson was very calm and relaxed. After the lesson my sister wanted to keep playing!”
“I am a complete beginner, she helped me a lot with the basics. I improved my posture and bow holding, she also gave me tips and exercises to get better. I can't wait for the next lessons!”
“I started learning the violin by myself and wanted to see if I was doing things the right way. She taught me the best and easier ways to play without straining my body. Provided me with the proper learning materials.”
“I requested violin lessons for my 8 year old kid. I'm so glad I found Marta. My kid has started enjoying lessons and is doing great. Marta is a fun teacher and knows how to deal with kids. Highly recommend!”
“Was very insightful. Recognized my personal skill level and gave me exercises and pieces corresponding to that with comments on improving my technique. Marta is also very friendly and patient.”
“My 8 year old son needed help with an orchestral piece and Marta was great.”
“It is always fun to have a lesson with Marta! She works with her students' current skill levels and gives appropriate suggestions, exercises, and performance pieces to help students move to the next level! Always a pleasure!”
Let us begin
Let us find the first note together
Whether you are four or sixty, in Calgary or anywhere in the world, I will meet you where you are. Start with the free resources, or book a free intro lesson whenever you are ready.