Welcome to
Stradivari Strings
Hello! Thanks for visiting our website. We hope you enjoy browsing through our music lessons section as well as our shop section. Feel free to contact us at +65-98137769 for immediate assistance.
Music School In Singapore
Top grade music education by maestro-level teachers
Stradivari Strings has a good reputation as a music school in Singapore which specializes in top quality music education. Established in year 2010, Stradivari Strings addresses the need for excellent music education as well as the demand for good quality music instruments.
We do not believe in the concept of “one size fits all”. Each individual is unique. That is why we ask potential students a list of questions to identify your needs and requirements, before our students start private music lessons. We then identify a suitable coach and structure your music lesson plan accordingly. We agree on goals and objectives and review this periodically with our students.
Music lessons for kids and adults can be arranged at our music school in Singapore, located at Sultan Plaza, your place or teacher’s place.
Our Music Teachers
All our teachers at our music school in Singapore are carefully selected based on qualifications, teaching experience, and aptitude for coaching. Senior teachers have experience of 10 to more than 30 years of experience coaching music lessons in Singapore. All are excellent communicators and deliver results via private music lessons.
We follow a set of strict criteria in selecting and appointing teachers to our music school in Singapore. All our teachers have qualifications from either ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music), Trinity Guildhall, LCM (London College of Music). Some of our best teachers have professional music degrees acquired from prestigious music conservatories around the world.
We have specialists in early music education. We also have senior level teachers who conduct master music classes.
At our music school in Singapore, our teachers can coach students to progress via the exam route, or the leisure route.
Please see videos of some of our teachers
Our Shop
Purveyor of Fine, Handcrafted Violin, Cello, Violin Bows and Cello Bows
We specialize in bowed strings instruments (Violin, Viola, Cello, violin bow, cello bow), and have a selection of flute, saxophone, guitar, ukulele, books and music accessories.
We take pride in the care and attention we put in to specially curate our range of violin, viola, cello and bows. Our music instruments are professionally set up to enhance tonal quality. We also have an in-house luthier who is European trained, for repair and restoration.
The music instruments we carry range from the affordable to investment grade instruments. These include those crafted by contemporary makers as well as old master makers. In terms of country of origin, we have music instruments from Italy, France, Germany, Czech-Republic and China.
So whether you are a beginner looking to select your first instrument, or a keen collector of investment grade music instruments, contact us at +65-98137769 to come by our shop to learn more. We will be most happy to give you personalized advise on how to select your violin, cello and bow, before your start music lessons in Singapore.
Our
Products
Investment Grade Violins
Stradivari Strings Violin
Violin Bows
Cello Bows
Viola Bows
Cello
Viola
Saxophone
Flute
Guitar
Ukulele
Cases and Bags
Accessories
Books
Our
Lessons
Online Music Lessons
Violin and Viola Lessons
Cello and Double Bass Lessons
Master Classes
Music Theory Lessons
Flute Lessons
Saxophone Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Ukulele Lessons
Piano Lessons
Keyboard Lessons
New Arrivals/News
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26Apr 20Heart StringsTo lift everyone's spirits during this period, Stradivari Strings organised "Heart Strings" an online concert with 5 talented musicians on 26 April 2020.
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15Jun 19Pirastro KorfkerRestDiscover the maximum potential of your instrument while playing with absolute comfort
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12Jun 19ABRSM Exam Pieces 2020-2023 SyllabusNew ABRSM Exam pieces for Violin, Cello and Piano have arrived. 2020 - 2023 syllabus. Book, part and CD. Come by to pick up your copy soon!
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18Jan 19Michael LohWe are pleased to announced our partnership with Mr Michael Loh, Associate Principal (Violin) of Singapore Symphony Orchestra. With an outstanding music pedigree background, Mr Loh is well respected in the
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18Sep 18Lucien Schmitt (1892 – 1984), fine old cello circa 1947, FrenchThis is a beautiful example of Lucien Schmitt’s work. This incorporates all of his best skills, choice of woods, quality of workmanship and his superb plum red varnish.
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30Jun 18Maestro Gil ShahamSo privileged to meet Maestro Gil Shaham and his lovely and equally talented wife, Adele Anthony, backstage after his captivating performance of Tchaikovsky's violin concerto in D major with our Singapore
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28Oct 17Christophe LandonVery privileged to meet Maestro Christophe Landon in Singapore on this weekend of 21st – 22nd October 2017, who made a quick stopover from the Shanghai music fair.
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30Sep 17Emmanuelle Fabio Fortunato ViolinEmmanuelle Fabio Fortunato is a rising maker who graduated from the violin making school in Cremona, Italy. He resides in southern Italy and is developing a fine reputation in Europe ...
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04Sep 17Justin Derazey Violin, circa 1880Fine antique french violin made after Didier Nicolas Ainé by the Justin Derazey workshops in Mirecourt circa 1880. Honoré and justin Derazey purchased the Didier Nicolas Ainé brand from the widow .......
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25Sep 17Charles Jean Baptiste Collin-Mezin (1841-1923)Collin-Mezin was a distinguished French maker of violins, violas, bases and bows. He was an Officier de l'Academie des Beaux-Arts and won gold and silver medals at the Paris exhibitions in 1878, 1889.....
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Student
TESTIMONIALS
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One of the best things that happened to me this year is getting in touch with my cello teacher Ms Rita. I started lessons since January and have come to enjoy my Singapore cello lessons for a variety of reasons: First, for effective learning to occur, it’s important that there is a personal student-teacher fit. This is the first consideration in learning an instrument on a 1-1 basis. Right from the get-go, I found Rita to have an excellent social and communication skills and a winsome sense of humour, a prerequisite for me. This has made cello classes for me really enjoyable. Second, very early in our pre-lesson discussion, Rita impressed me as a very knowledgeable person about the art and manufacture of the cello and cello bow. Her intimate historical and technical knowledge of how the instrument is crafted and it’s impact on its sound quality (and intrinsic value) persuaded me that I have made a good decision to take beginner cello lessons from her. A third reason why I eagerly look forward coming to Stradivari Strings each week is no less because of her unusual pedagogical approach – fun, supportive, encouraging, and pertinently informative. More delightful for me is her use of taking live videos of parts of my lesson for me to view as personal feedback based on the laudable principle of “seeing yourself play as
Tian Rui
(72 year old cello student)
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I had an amazing experience with Stradivari Strings, beginning with my first cello and cello bow purchase and subsequent cello lessons. The owner, Rita, is knowledgeable on all matters pertaining to string instruments. Rita is must-see for anyone interested in purchasing quality string instruments (violin, viola, cello and bows). Cello lessons with Rita is challenging yet enjoyable. I always look forward to our next lesson. Thanks a lot, Rita.
Wei Yang
Cello student
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With any learning curve, Stradivari Strings focuses and emphasizes a good foundation through a fine selection of top tier teachers. In my case, Mr. Yeo has an exceptional approach to teaching and learning through his methodology which allows for a true understanding of the violin instrument and technique. His utmost faith in me has led me to immediately jump the hoops to prepare for Grade 5 within a short time frame, and I’m truly excited to undertake the ABRSM Grade 5 Practice Exam soon! I’d personally recommend Mr. Yeo’s teaching capabilities to anyone who would seriously consider learning the violin or for someone to sharpen their prowess on the violin! Always inspired, always focussed and always fun!
Hans
Adult violin student
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I have been taking violin classes from Mr Yeo for since 2016, and each lesson has been very enjoyable and fun. Mr Yeo is always smiling and very happy which puts me at ease while learning difficult passages or techniques. He is also very happy to explain to me the reasoning behind certain playing techniques which helps me appreciate playing the violin even more. I can confidently say that my progress is largely due to Mr Yeo’s dedication and professionalism as a teacher. I would strongly recommend Mr Yeo to anyone who would wish to start violin lessons!
Kenneth Zhang
Adult violin student
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When I first walked into Stradivari Strings to re-string my violin, I didn’t know I’ve walked into a whole new world of experience. Rita could tell I have a lot of interest in picking up violin. And with her sharp eyes, she could tell my old violin was factory made and of low quality. She then proceeded to set up an appointment with me for a new violin since I was so interested. During the appointment, Rita made sure to let me play and emote with each violin and bow, it was a hands on session of playing on a range of violin and bow. She also shared her vast knowledge and experience on violin with me. Throughout the 2 hour appointment on selecting violin and bow, I was taking in all the teachings she had to offer. Alas, I found one that I really loved, although a little out of my budget, Rita took the time and offered to help with financial planning. The class afterwards with Mr Yeo was also amazing. I had learnt so much in 45 mins that I could play twinkle twinkle little star within that session. Thank you Rita and thank you Stradivari Strings for the immersing experience! Highly recommended!
Terence
Student
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I have been learning violin for over 5 years. While visiting Singapore, I went to all the violin shops in town. I found my dream violin at Stradivari strings. The owner, Rita, helped me to select violin. She is so knowledgeable in this field! Each violin has its own character and tone quality. While selecting my violin, I also had detailed coaching from Mr Yeo, a very experienced violin coach. He pointed out my bow hold issues and gave me pointers on shifting and executing vibrato. My tone and intonation improved a lot after I learnt these important tips from Mr Yeo. He is an inspiring teacher. Just one class from him improved my playing. With that, I was able to attain distinction in ABRSM Violin grade 5. When I return to Singapore this year, I will take more masterclasses with Mr Yeo. Thank you Stradivari Strings! You are wonderful.
Franklin
Student
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My daughter wanted very much to learn cello as her second music instrument, but without any knowledge of cello, we searched online to find out where to buy cello. My daughter being concerned not to overspend her parent’s money, had wanted to buy a second hand cello online. However I managed to persuade her not to do so. We found Stradivari Strings and arranged an appointment with Ms Rita. We had such a wonderful experience — Rita spent a total of 3 hours with my daughter. During the selection process, she patiently explained the different wood qualities in making cello and bows, and guided my daughter to play on the range available so she can identify the tone quality she likes. With Ms Rita’s unhurried assistance, my daughter was allowed to test play the range of cello and bows. Finally she found the perfect cello and bow and will start with a professional level coach for lessons. My whole experience with Stradivari Strings is very positive. And I am very happy that we came to the right shop and enlisted the assistance of the right person to get the perfect cello and bow for my daughter.
Lai Meng
Parent
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Introduced to Stradivari Strings by owner, Ms Rita. The service extended was bar none, and above all, highly informative, with immaculate violin selections of multiple price range. It was a pleasant surprise to have sat through 10-12 violins and the opportunity to try violins and bows of extensive range. The experience of a “violin & bow” fitting will be etched in memory as one of the memorable service rendered for me personally, especially for violin beginners, wanting to explore the different options in buying violins. Rita is patient and has a distinct sound knowledge of violins and the respective bows, and the pairing session truly made it more enjoyable. To me, her service is absolutely immaculate, with attention to detail and most of all, sincere. Thank you Rita, for being a catalyst to my musical journey, learning the violin. Never have I seen, an excellent service anywhere here, and it’s your service that inspires us to rid the procrastination and dive straight in! Highly recommended!
Hans
Student
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I moved from the United States to Singapore couple years back and brought my beloved old violin along. It has not acclimatized well and I had issues with the sound post dropping numerous times. Rita from Stradivari Strings assessed the violin and advised that I go for customized sound post cut from Italian wood. This would enhance the tone of the violin and the issue of sound post dropping will be solved. I am glad that I took her advice. My violin plays brilliantly now. I recommend any serious violin player to engage the services of Stradivari Strings’ luthier.
Anita
Student
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We come to Singapore during summer holidays to visit family annually. My children need to keep up with their violin and cello practice during this time period, and we rent the instruments from Stradivari Strings. They have fractional sizes all the way to full size violin and cello available for rent. We also managed to locate great cello and violin teachers from Stradivari Strings, to coach and practice with my children. This is excellent one-stop service from Stradivari Strings!
Emma
Student
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I have been learning the cello for one year. The lessons are practical focus and I find that I needed theory lessons to supplement the practical part, so that I get a total understanding of reading music. Stradivari Strings found me a music theory teacher who comes to my workplace for music theory lessons during my lunch break. This is a perfect arrangement and I have been progressing well.
Lionel
Music Theory Student
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Technique is of paramount importance when it comes to playing music. I have been with teacher Joyce (bamboo flute) for 2 years. She has taught me the necessary fundamentals in the playing of the Chinese flute. Under her patient teaching and guidance, I achieved distinction in both grade 5 and 8 dizi examinations. I believe that her teaching is commendable and very suitable for students who are still grasping their basics in Chinese flute.
Leslie Low
Student
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Simon and Timothy enjoy Jarrell’s ukulele lesson very much. My kids are hard to handle at times but I am surprised they are able to pay attention in his class!
Mrs Charlotte Muller
Mother of ukulele students
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My 8 year old daughter and I have been learning guitar basics from Joel for a few months now. Joel is very patient and is able to adjust his teaching style for us given our very different needs. He comes prepared with his lesson plans and is able to teach in a dynamic manner while adjusting to our varied pace. It’s a pleasure to learn from Joel and I highly recommend him as a teacher for students of all ages and levels.
Arvy
Acoustic Guitar Student
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My son is at ABRSM grade 5 level and I was looking for a senior level coach to take him up to advance level. Stradivari Strings placed him under the guidance of piano teacher Matthew. Right from the first lessons, my son got on well with him and I am happy that we have engaged him to be our permanent piano coach.
Mrs Joyce
Mother of grade 5 level piano student
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My 10 year old daughter is an advanced level violin player. Her talent in violin playing is nurtured with active participation in violin competitions held in Europe. We believe this grooms confidence level. We live in Switzerland and return to Singapore during the Summer holiday break each year. Mr Yeo has been instrumental in coaching her high level performance techniques during one on one master classes. We are grateful that we can find a great coach in Mr Yeo
Megan
Mother of 10 year old advance level violinist
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Teacher Hughes is an excellent cello teacher. He is fantastic and relates extremely well with my 10 year old daughter. He is ever so patient with her and offers words of encouragement during all cello lessons. I highly recommend him to any parent whose child wants to start cello classes. Thanks teacher Hughes for everything!
Jacqueline Liew
Mother of 10 year old cello student
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Stradivari Strings was very thorough in helping to select a viola which is suitable for my build. I received great advice and information including the type of wood, age of the maple spruce, to the quality of the rosin for my viola bow. I am very pleased with the viola and the lovely sound it produces.
Mei Juan
Viola Student
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I have been taking violin lessons from Mr Yeo for the past year, and each lesson has been very enjoyable and fun. Mr Yeo is always smiling and very encouraging (I cannot remember ever seeing him not smile!), which puts me at ease while learning difficult passages or techniques. He is also very happy to explain to me the reasoning behind certain playing techniques which helps me appreciate playing the violin even more. I can confidently say that my progress is largely due to Mr Yeo’s dedication and professionalism as a teacher. I would strongly recommend Mr Yeo to anyone who would wish to start violin lessons!
Kenneth
Violin Student
Customer
TESTIMONIALS
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I have been learning violin for over 5 years. While visiting Singapore, I went to all the violin shops in town. I found my dream violin at Stradivari strings. The owner, Rita, helped me to select violin. She is so knowledgeable in this field! Each violin has its own character and tone quality. While selecting my violin, I also had detailed coaching from Mr Yeo, a very experienced violin coach. He pointed out my bow hold issues and gave me pointers on shifting and executing vibrato. My tone and intonation improved a lot after I learnt these important tips from Mr Yeo. He is an inspiring teacher. Just one class from him improved my playing. With that, I was able to attain distinction in ABRSM Violin grade 5. When I return to Singapore this year, I will take more masterclasses with Mr Yeo. Thank you Stradivari Strings! You are wonderful.
Franklin
Student
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Rita at Stradivari Strings is wonderful! I had to get my 6 year old daughter a cello. She was informative, honest and very helpful. She explained the different types of instruments and the prices. When I asked her about lessons for my girl, she offered to help with instructors she knew. My other daughter needs a ukulele and we are getting it from Stradivari Strings … all our best.
Reham G
Customer
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I bought myself a cello from Stradivari Strings. Rita treats her customers like family and really makes them comfortable by understanding their needs and expectations. Her hand is like a magic wand which makes the right cello come to you. I believe the most important thing is you should get connected to the instrument you buy and I am really grateful to Rita for making it possible.
Gaurav Harchwani
Customer
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My experience with Stradivari Strings in selecting my violin was awesome. The owner gave me a lot of information in order for me to make an informed decision in selecting my violin.
Bao
Customer
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I really enjoyed myself during my violin selection session with Stradivari Strings. Rita was very patient and guided me to try a wide range of violin. She educated me a lot of in terms of product knowledge about the violin and the violin bow, and explained to me how to pick a good violin. I spent eight hours over 2 days at Stradivari Strings and selected the violin and violin bow which I will own for life.
Alyss
Customer
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Stradivari Strings is very detailed and professional during my violin selection process. They have a wide range of violins suited for the beginner all the way to the advanced player.
Isaac Leong
Customer
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The streamlined and personalized service I received from Stradivari Strings made my initial experience with the violin wonderful. Now, playing the violin has become my passion.
Leonard Marion Provido
Customer
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Stradivari Strings is very friendly and knowledgeable about music instruments. During my violin selection session with Stradivari Strings, I was given a lot of information to make an informed choice on the violin I would eventually select, I was given a lot of time to decide on my violin and violin bow. They were not pushy at all. I am extremely happy with the Peter Racz violin I eventually selected at Stradivari Strings.
William
Customer
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My son loves the cello that we bought from Stradivari Strings. He refuses to practice on his previous cello, but spend hours playing on his new cello. I am so grateful that we found Stradivari Strings! Thanks!
Mrs Wong
Customer
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Stradivari Strings was very thorough in helping to select a viola which is suitable for my build. I received great advice and information including the type of wood, age of the maple spruce, to the quality of the rosin for my viola bow. I am very pleased with the viola and the lovely sound it produces.
Mei Juan
Customer
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Last year, I decided to take up the violin. I found the contact for Stradivari Strings and gave Rita a call to set up an appointment to select a student level violin. Rita was very thorough in asking about my level of commitment to learning the violin as she wants to find an instrument and price range that is suitable for me. She was also very patient in answering all of my questions. Rita gave off a good vibe to me as a would-be customer in that she was not pushy at all, and she emphasized that I should take my time to consider that the violin is something that I like, and is within my budget. When I requested a second appointment to view other violins, she was happy to accommodate my request. To date, I have already purchased two violin and two bows from Stradivari Strings. Their professionalism and level of service is something that I would strongly recommend to anyone who is looking to purchase a string instrument.
Kenneth
Customer