Private Lessons with Julian Oliver

Hello! I’m Julian Oliver, your private lessons teacher here at Fiddle School. Music has been at the core of my life for as long as I can remember, and there’s nothing I love more than helping others connect with the timeless tradition of fiddling. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re an experienced player looking to refine your skills, I’m here to guide you on your journey.

So why consider private lessons alongside Fiddle School’s membership video resources? One-on-one lessons allow us to focus on your individual needs and the unique strengths and challenges you face as a player. Sometimes a simple change in bowing technique or finger placement can make a world of difference in your playing allowing you to break through a plateau or fine-tune a critical skill. Together, we’ll uncover those key adjustments and work to implement them in the way that works best for you!

If you’re working through larger hurdles, like playing with more confidence, improving your tone, or tackling more advanced tunes, I’m here to help you break things into tangible chunks and make steady progress. We can work on getting that tricky bowing pattern just right, improving your intonation, or building the groove and rhythm needed to bring a tune to life.

Here’s what we can accomplish together:

• • Enhance your bowing and left-hand technique
  • Troubleshoot tricky spots in your tunes
  • Improve timing, rhythm, and groove
  • Develop better intonation and tone
  • Learn efficient practice strategies
  • Prepare for jams, performances, or competitions
  • Build a repertoire of tunes that suits your style
  • Track and celebrate your progress along the way

Each lesson is customized to what you need, whether it’s learning to play a new tune, improving your fiddling fundamentals, or simply finding more joy in your playing. I look forward to working together to reach your musical goals!