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Learn to play the violin beautifully with classical violinist and online violin teacher Zlata Brouwer!

I want to fill the world with truth, beauty, freedom and love by teaching passionate violin players step by step how to bow like a pro and create a beautiful tone. Zlata Brouwer

Online Violin Teacher, Violin Lounge

[Video] 5 Tips for a clean articulation on the violin | Violin Lounge TV #276

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | May 23, 2018 | Violin Lounge TV

Does your violin playing sometimes sound sloppy? By playing with your fingertips instead of your arms, you can create a clean sound with clear articulation on your violin. I'll explain the left hand as well as the right hand technique in this video: 1)...

St Anthony’s Chorale by Haydn – Video Exchange with Anne

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | May 16, 2018 | Performance

Anne was so kind and courageous to send in her video where she plays the St Anthony’s Chorale by Haydn

For all of you to benefit we do a video exchange lesson in which I give her specific tips to improve her performance of this piece

DVD Review: The Secrets of Tone Production by Simon Fischer | Violin Lounge TV #274

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | May 9, 2018 | Beautiful Tone, Product Review

Review of the DVD box created by Simon Fischer about making a beautiful sound on your violin by playing with proportions. Improve your bowing technique by balancing weight, speed and contact point.

How to Play the Beauty and the Beast Theme | Violin Lounge TV #273

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | May 2, 2018 | Performance

In this video I help Violin Lounge viewer Westley in a video exchange lesson about the Beauty and the Beast Theme. This violin lesson is about playing in tune, bowing technique and dynamics.

Bow Control & Tone Creation (Simon interviews Zlata)

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Apr 18, 2018 | Beautiful Tone, Bowing Technique, Interview with Violinists

Simon Streuff interviews me about bowing technique and tone production
It matters more HOW you play than WHAT you play
Violin players are so focussed on hitting the right notes in the right rhythm, while what really matters is the sound you create, the emotions you express and the story you tell

How to Play the Violin Comfortably without Pain with Jennifer Roig-Francoli

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Apr 11, 2018 | Interview with Violinists, Play Comfortably

85% of violinists experience pain while playing the violin!
Expressing your emotions through music, fluent bowing, fast playing, playing in tune and inspiring performances are NOT possible when you are tensed up.
Jennifer Roig-Francoli is an inspiring violinist and Alexander technique teacher with a big heart and a lot of love for music. She teaches violinists to play with ease, so they can make beautiful music.

Ave Maria – Franz Schubert (violin and piano)

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Apr 10, 2018 | Performance

In this performance video Zlata plays the Ave Maria by Franz Schubert on the violin with piano accompaniment.

How to Play in Tune on the Violin with Simon Streuff

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Apr 4, 2018 | Interview with Violinists, Play in Tune

How to improve your intonation on the violin?
The biggest struggle of violinists is to find and hit the right notes consistently
Improving your intonation is not just a matter of practicing more or listening well. You need some good practice strategies.

Mindset for Music with Jennifer Roig-Francoli | Violin Lounge TV #270

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Mar 28, 2018 | Interview with Violinists, Performance

How do you stay in touch with your love of music in practicing and performing on the violin?
How do you enjoy playing for an audience and express yourself through your music?
Jennifer Roig-Francoli is an inspiring violinist and Alexander technique teacher with a big heart and a lot of love for music.

Andante Religioso by Fernand Halphen (violin and organ)

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Mar 23, 2018 | Performance

'Andante religioso d'après un thème hébraïque' composed by Fernand Halphen played by Zlata Brouwer (violin) and Kees de Keijzer (organ) Do you want to perform this piece too? Click here to download the original sheet music with...

Trala App Review: Violin Lessons on your Phone | Violin Lounge TV #269

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Mar 19, 2018 | Play in Tune, Product Review, Start to Play

In this video I review the Trala App which provides violin lessons on your phone, checks if you’re playing in tune and tells you if you should play the note higher or lower.

Sneak Peek in the ‘Bow like a Pro’ Online Masterclass Program

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Mar 14, 2018 | Beautiful Tone, Bowing Technique

Do you want to master the art of bowing and tone creation on the violin? The past year I've been working on a very special secret project. I poured in all my skills and knowledge, heart and soul, to serve violinists in the best way I possibly can in an...

5 Violin Bowing & Tone Creation Myths Revealed | Violin Lounge TV #268

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Mar 7, 2018 | Beautiful Tone, Bowing Technique

Are these bowing myths holding you back from playing the violin beautifully?
Let’s reveal some strange stories that go around amongst violin players and even violin teachers

Professional Bowing & Tone Creation Secrets for Advanced Violinists | Violin Lounge TV #267

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Feb 28, 2018 | Beautiful Tone, Bowing Technique

Improve your bowing technique and tone production to pour artistry and expression in your violin playing, Learn to get a professional sound by changing the ignition point of your bow movement

Violin Bowing & Beautiful Tone Creation Secrets for Intermediate Violinists | Violin Lounge TV #266

by Violinist Zlata Brouwer | Feb 14, 2018 | Beautiful Tone, Bowing Technique

In this video I share exercises and tips for intermediate violinists to improve their bowing technique and tone production on the violin: With better bowing you can pour artistry and expression in your playing without a lack of technique holding you back