

Photography by Yoshi Shimizu
ABOUT
Since its creation, Violonissimo trains, guides and inspires the quest for excellence of young violinists, in an open and inclusive spirit. The creativity, individuality and development of the students are at the core of our teaching approach. While respecting the tradition of great masters of the violin, including Joseph Gingold, Franco Gulli and Mimi Zweig, Violonissimo's pedagogy pursues ambitious goals of creation, research and innovation.
Combining rigour and freedom, technique and expressiveness, tradition and modernity, this unique pedagogy allows the young violinists to develop their musical skill in an atmosphere of confidence and joy. Our extensive program of musical activities that includes concerts, workshops, chamber music courses and masterclasses, guide students in the realisation of their artistic aspirations.
Over time, Violonissimo has become one of the most awarded music schools in Switzerland. Each year, its students take part in national and international competitions and win numerous prizes.
In 2014, at the age of 15, Camille Berthollet won the France 2 Prodiges competition in Paris.
In 2015, Warner offered Camille Berthollet and her sister Julie Berthollet a first exclusive contract.
Since 2014, the school has been involved in outreach projects that support the musical education of children from underpriviledged backgrounds all over the world.
The Violonissimo team offers violin lessons for young talents as well as pedagogy seminars for teachers of social organisations for youth and music such as the Barrios Orquestados (Gran Canaria - Spain).
Since its creation, Violonissimo trains, guided and inspires the quest for excellence of young violinists, in an open and inclusive spirit. The creativity, individuality and development of the students are at the core of our teaching. While respecting the tradition of great masters of the violin such as Joseph Gingold, Franco Gulli and Mimi Zweig, Violonissimo's pedagogy pursues ambitious goals of creation, research and innovation.
Combining rigor and freedom, technique and expressiveness, tradition and modernity, this unique pedagogy allows young violinists to develop their art in an atmosphere of trust and joy. Thanks to an extensive program of artistic activities which includes concerts, workshops, chamber music courses and masterclasses, students are fostered to realize their artistic aspirations.
Over time, Violonissimo has become one of the most awarded music schools in Switzerland. Each year, its students take part in national and international competitions and win numerous prizes.
COURSES
violin - viola - cello - double bass
Violonissimo offers a learning program which aims for artistic excellence. We offer a personalised curriculum that adapts to the aspiration of each student from age 4, and from beginner to pre-professional level.
Programs : The Enchanted Violin ( practical infos ) - Violonissimo course (practical infos) - Free program ( practical infos)
We also provide "à la carte" private lessons which can be face-to-face or online ( practical information ).
Music theory is integrated into the instrumental lessons at the primary level and offered as additional lessons at the more advanced level. Concert certificates are awarded at the end of each academic year.
THE TEAM

direction artistique violon pédagogie

Professeur de violon

violoncelle musique de chambre

violon musique de chambre

violon violoncelle

violon alto

violon moderne

violon solfège