Beginners
First steps for kids and adults — posture, bow hold, reading music, and a great sound from day one.
Study with Annie
A classically trained violinist and lifelong performer, I teach with warmth and patience — meeting each student where they are and building the skills, confidence, and joy that keep them playing.
Lessons blend solid classical technique with the music you actually want to play, whether that's a concerto, a wedding processional, or a fiddle tune around the fire.
What you'll learn
Lessons for every stage
From the very first note to the concert stage — tailored to your goals and pace.
Intermediate
Build technique and repertoire, tone and intonation, with pieces chosen around your goals.
Advanced
Refined artistry — advanced repertoire, audition and recital prep, and performance coaching.
Fiddle & Fun
Fiddle tunes, improvisation, and playing by ear for players who want to jam.
- Ages & levels
- Children through adults · complete beginners to advanced
- Format
- Private one-on-one lessons, weekly · 30 / 45 / 60 minutes
- Where
- In person in Telluride, Colorado · online available
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In the studio
From first notes to fiddle tunes — a glimpse of the music we'll make together.
Kind words
From students & families
★★★★★
“My daughter went from squeaky open strings to playing in her school recital in a year. Annie is patient, warm, and somehow makes practice fun.”
★★★★★
“I started as an adult beginner and never felt judged for a second. Annie meets me exactly where I am every week.”
★★★★★
“She prepped my son for his youth orchestra audition and he got in. Her ear and encouragement are unmatched.”
Get in touch
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Tell me a little about the student, their experience, and what they'd love to learn. I'll follow up with availability and rates.
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