"Beautiful tone, beautiful heart."

- Dr Shinichi Suzuki

Join Perth Violin Studio In 2026

Floreat - Dianella

Did you know that learning the violin not only cultivates musical proficiency but also nurtures a myriad of cognitive and emotional benefits in a child's growing brain?

The violin serves as a powerful tool for holistic brain development, instilling not just musical skills, but also valuable life skills in the formative years of a child's growth.

Our Offerings

  • Discipline and Patience: The process of learning to play involves regular practice, dedication, and a willingness to persevere through challenges. These qualities help our students develop a strong work ethic.

  • ​Build Confidence: At Perth Violin Studio, students are offered regular performance opportunities. The process of preparing for and presenting in front of an audience fosters self-assurance and poise, skills that extend beyond the realm of music and contribute to increased confidence.

  • Fine Motor Skills and Coordination: Playing the violin requires precise control of the bow and finger movements, promoting the development of fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

  • ​Community: PVS students have regular opportunities to play and learn with their peers. Making music together is fun and can form wonderful and fulfilling friendships. 

  • Suzuki Accredited Teachers: We teach using the Suzuki Method - a globally proven approach based on the idea that children learn music the same way they learn language: through listening, repetition, and encouragement. It's a joyful child-centred method that prioritises a love of playing and beautiful tone from the very first lesson, producing exceptional musicians and exceptional people.

  • Three ​Locations: Floreat, Dianella, and East Fremantle - making quality Suzuki violin education accessible across Perth.

  • ​​Fostering A Love Of Music: One of our main goals at PVS is to share our love of music with our students. Classical training opens the doors to understanding and appreciating many styles of music. PVS students fall in love with music.

  • ​​Unlocking Scholarship Opportunities: Proficiency in playing the violin can open doors to scholarship opportunities, especially in the context of Perth's private schools and GATE music programs. PVS students have been awarded music scholarships to schools such as Hale School, Churchlands Senior High School, St Mary's Anglican Girl's School, St Hilda's Anglican Girl's School, and Penrhos College.
Wonderful teachers with a wealth of experience and knowledge working with young children following the Suzuki method. Our daughter is doing so well in this environment and we are very happy with her progress. Most importantly she is having a great time and just today played in her second little concert. Would highly recommend.
- Susan
I attended the Perth Violin Studio’s first concert on Sunday in Floreat and it did not disappoint. It was steeped in cuteness, with each child dressed in their best outfits performing their first bow or their best twinkle rhythm. It showcased the talent and hard work more advanced kids had put into reaching each new piece. We enjoyed traditional Dr Suzuki repertoire, Go Tell Aunt Rhody, The Two Grenadiers, Boccherini Minuet and movements from an Eccles Sonata.
The concert was beautifully presented by the teachers, and each child was well prepared and played to memory with pianist - Caroline Badnall.
I highly recommend this studio to parents in Perth contemplating violin lessons for their young children.
- Penny
Will is a fantastic violin teacher. He is very patient, has a calm and kind energy that helps to bring out more positive attitudes from my daughter comparing to when she was with her previous teacher. Will encouraged my daughter to write a journal for her practice, that helped to form a habit of regular home practice. Highly recommended!
- Chunli
The Perth Violin Music Studio gave a beautiful Recital today. Every student was well prepared and played with confidence, showing a love of their music. Congratulations to their teachers Caitlin and William. I am very much looking forward to the next concert.

- Amanda
My experience with the Perth violin studio is that it is a professional family run studio with a couple of the best teachers Perth has to offer. It is obvious that they have refined their pedagogy over numerous years.
Thank you Caitlin and William for your efforts.
- Seamus
My son has been learning violin from William for approximate 8 months now. William is very patient and highly skilled professional looking after the development of my son’s musicality. The lessons are engaging and fun, my son is loving the violin lessons and plays it everyday. Highly recommended.

-Lois
Caitlin is highly skilled in both violin playing and teaching. Her teaching is very systematic, effective and flexible based on individual's instrument skill background. She guided students in an inspiring way to pay attention to details step by step, towards producing better sound and mastering more advanced pieces. As a result, under her teaching, my 8-year-old daughter's violin skill has been developing fast in a short term.

-Zhiwei

Our students have received music scholarships, music bursaries, and GATE positions from the schools listed below.

William Huxtable - Teacher

William Huxtable was born in Perth and began learning violin at age 3. His first teachers were Suzuki Violin Method teachers Amanda Dryborough and Jasmine Trebse. For his tertiary studies he was a student of Paul Wright at the University of Western Australia and Dr Robin Wilson at the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) where he completed the Professional Performance Program.

Whilst studying at ANAM he was a founding member of the Partridge String Quartet (PSQ). As part of PSQ he performed at the Musica Viva Festival in Sydney, the BANFF Centre for Arts and Creativity, the Port Fairy Spring Music Festival and the Canberra International Music Festival. PSQ were also winners of the ANAM Chamber Music Competition and the inaugural Queensland International Chamber Music Competition. In 2020 they were selected as part of Musica Viva’s FutureMakers Program.

In 2018 William toured with the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) in a side-by-side collaboration as an ANAM musician. In 2019 he was part of the ‘Emerging Artists’ Program of the ACO where he toured and performed with ACO musicians and was mentored by violinist Glenn Christensen. In 2021 he also performed with the Australian World Orchestra for their 10th Anniversary Season.

William now plays in the West Australian Symphony Orchestra as a Tutti Violin.

William plays on a 2020 violin made by Robert König and Michael Betcher. It is modeled on the 1713 ‘Sancy’ Stradivarius once owned by Ivry Gitlis.

Caitlin Gray - Teacher

Caitlin, a Perth native, commenced her musical journey with the violin at the age of 6. Under the guidance of teachers such as Marina Phillips, Amelia Peachment, Meredith Cadd, Amanda Drybrough, and Jasmine Trebse, she laid the foundation for a distinguished career.

Recipient of a music scholarship to St Mary's Anglican Girls' School, Caitlin earned recognition as one of Western Australia's top music performance students, securing a Performing Arts Perspectives prize upon graduation.

Furthering her education at the West Australian Academy for Performing Arts under Peter Tanfield, Caitlin graduated with honors and then refined her skills under the mentorship of Paul Wright. During her tertiary studies, she actively participated in Australian Youth Orchestra programs alongside the country's top young orchestral musicians.

Caitlin's performance career extends across Australia and New Zealand, collaborating with ensembles such as The Fremantle Chamber Orchestra, Perth Symphony Orchestra, WA Ballet Orchestra, Australian International Opera Company, and Dunedin Symphony Orchestra.

Since commencing her teaching career in 2009, Caitlin has embraced the Suzuki method, imparting her expertise to hundreds of students in private studios located in Perth, Wellington (NZ), and Dunedin (NZ), as well as contributing to various schools and music programs.

Caitlin's students have achieved notable accomplishments in eisteddfods, exams, Suzuki graduations, auditions, and secured scholarships to Perth's elite private schools. 

Caitlin plays on an Arthur Richardson, made 1928 in England.

Blake McConville - Teacher

With over 35 years of violin experience, Blake began playing at the age of three in Calgary, Canada, studying through the Suzuki method. This early foundation shaped not only his technical ability but also a lifelong love of music. During his childhood, he continued his Suzuki training before branching into Celtic fiddle in his teens, where he joined and toured with a youth ensemble performing Irish folk music.

In his young adult years, Blake performed at a variety of events including weddings, funerals, and private celebrations, and also busked while travelling throughout Europe—experiences that enriched his musical versatility and connection with audiences.

Blake began teaching violin in his late teens, inspired by a desire to share his passion for music with children. Drawing from his own Suzuki upbringing, he developed a teaching style that is calm, patient, and highly adaptable. He recognises that every child’s musical journey is unique, shaped by their personality, interests, and background, and he takes pride in nurturing a genuine love of music in each student.

Alongside his teaching, Blake pursued a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy at Curtin University, which brought him to Perth. He continues to work as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist in private practice, bringing a strong understanding of the body and movement into his approach to violin playing and instruction.

Blake is passionate about creating a positive, encouraging learning environment and looks forward to welcoming new students and families into his studio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What ages do you teach?

We teach children from the age of 3.

Where do I get a violin and what size do I need?

We recommend hiring or buying violins from The Twinkles Studio in Noranda. Helen will measure your child and select the right fit.

How long are lessons?

Lesson duration depends on the age, ability, and attention span of the child. For children age 3-5, we find 10-20 minute lessons are most productive. For children above the age of 5, lessons start at 30 minutes and increase according to ability. Advanced students typically have 60 minute lessons.

Do you teach adults?

We only teach children and the occasional parent.

Do we need a violin at the first lesson?

For a child with a 30 minute lesson, it's useful to have acquired the violin already, although we can manage to create a productive first lesson without one.

Do parents sit in at the lesson?

Yes, we require a parent to attend all lessons with their child so they can assist with practice at home.

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