My lessons are usually geared towards learning solid technique for the first year or two . Posture and correct holding of the violin is vital . Learning to listen to intonation is also taught. Basic scales and tunes are learned initially and I'm interested in finding out the best way for the student to learn eg by ear or by reading sheet music. I have different approaches depending on the orientation of the student. I like to find out the music the student enjoys so i encourage then to bring music they like . I have a large number of tune books i teach from and have transcribed 100s of irish dance tunes for use in lessons. I always give home for the student to be getting on with and listen through carefully when they return to any progress or obstacles that are getting in the way. Lessons are fun and one to one. Usually weekly but fortnightly is ok too.