Violin & Viola Lessons in Toronto

Getting Started With Violin

Violins are available in many different sizes, from full-size (called 4/4) all the way down to 1/16th size for very small children. Since younger students will need to scale up the size of their instrument as they grow, it’s impractical to buy small violins for kids that are still going through growth spurts – consider a rental program instead. Once your child is fully grown, you can invest in a good violin, one that reflects their musical growth and potential.

Viola sizing for young children can range from a violin that has been strung with viola strings, to a small viola (usually slightly bigger than a full-sized violin). Our teachers can make a good recommendation for the correct size, but one of our recommended retailers will also be able to size your child for the right instrument.

We are very big on learning basics – they provide you the necessary skills to get to your musical interests sooner! Many people are interested in pursuing Royal Conservatory Examinations, or just RCM repertoire to advance in a a measured way. Others want to play jazz, pop music, country music, and contemporary music. We can also help you prepare for university or college violin auditions.

We are happy to recommend a reliable retailer to set you up with the correct instrument for you.

Call us with any more questions you have, or visit our free parent and music lesson resources page for helpful articles and tips on getting the most out of your music lesson experience.