Annemieke has taught violin and fiddle as well as ensemble lessons, in
Gainesville, Florida since 1991.  She studied violin at the Sweelinck Conservatory in
Amsterdam, the Netherlands and Music Therapy in London, Great Britain.  During
her studies in Amsterdam,  Annemieke was taught the Baroque violin style, by Jaap
Schroder.  In 1990 Annemieke came to the US to do research in Bluegrass fiddling.  
She studied with fiddler George Custer as well as with other fiddlers, such as Byron
Berline and Laurie Lewis.
RECITALS / WORKSHOPS / ENSEMBLES
"Typically, I organize one or more recitals a year.  
Making music is not just a matter of playing your instrument at home by yourself or at your lesson.  Music comes to life,
in particular when we share music together. Meeting the other students, hearing them play or playing with them can be a
very enriching experience.
This year I hope to feature some great fiddle colleagues, giving fiddle workshops.  
Stay tuned for further information.
In preparation for recitals, at times you may be asked to play in ensemble with other students.

MUSIC A PARTY!
Recitals and  workshops tend to take place at the "in-home" setting, though on occasion some
students may perform at the local Thomas Center.  Paramount is that music is fun, to perform
and share your music is fun and thus recitals are a party for you, your family and your friends.  
We hope you join the party!"
The Studio
No Suzuki
My European based teaching-style
"I was taught in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, where the Suzuki way of teaching was not common.  There are numerous different schools
and methods of teaching violin.  Depending on the student and on their age, I like to choose the materials we work with.  Often I work with
an English method, written by Eta Cohen.  I like its approach and the music offered, as it works with both classically and folk based tunes.  I
may use the Avsharian series for younger children or a method written by composers: Sandor, Jardanyi and Szervanski.  
Baroque Music and Fiddling
Beyond these method books, I like to introduce a variety of composers and cannot but help share some of my excitement for Baroque
music.  Baroque music, when performed well, can be very exciting indeed.  It is fascinating how aspects of Baroque music can be found in
fiddling.  As such it seems only natural for me to welcome any student to learn to play fiddle.  In my practice I am aware that my personal
heritage is classical, and I encourage my fiddle students to connect with the fiddle world out there - see: Calendar and Links
Alan Stowell, Fiddle workshop
Sunday, October 26, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, at the Coron residence








              
Alan's workshop was fun and very informative.  Annemieke now is working on follow
up, so students can absorb more of what Alan shared.  Typically at a workshop a lot
gets shared that needs this extra attention.  Alan showed us some typical fiddle bowing
and chords as well as two neat Irish tunes, The Road to Listen Varnon and Marie's
Wedding, using drones.  For more information, contact us.