As a violin coach and educator, I am privileged to work with
the most passionate and motivated violinists from all over the world.
And the results have been amazing!
I've Helped Violinists Around The World!
"I was offered concertmaster and have accepted!"
I perform a lot, but I was always more nervous and often felt outside of my comfort zone. My heart rate would race and I routinely felt like I wasn’t in full control of my body.
Lynn gives you so many tools to deal with anxiety, including focussing techniques and breathing exercises.
What I love about Lynn's classes is that they positively influence all aspects of your playing.
Not only did she help me prepare for a specific audition, but she enhanced my approach to music in general, reinvigorating my performances with a fresh perspective.
Studying with Lynn was invaluable to me and I believe her course is inspiring no matter where you are in your musical journey.
Danielle Sametz
Sarah M.
"I was preparing for City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra audition... and was offered the job!"
It's exciting. You've been incredible, so thank you!
I wouldn't be where I am now. I'm a much better player than I was!
“While working with Lynn, I have won TWO auditions!”
Working with Lynn has made a difference and I’m excited
- I won Principal Second Violin for the Santa Cruz Symphony
and First Violin for the New West Symphony!
Dr. Lynn has improved my handle on the crucial mental game behind auditions. Her visualizations, performance anxiety course material, and one-on-one coaching have increased my confidence in both the preparation and execution of the modern-day orchestral audition.
I'm grateful for her involvement and encouragement in my journey.
Luke Santonastaso
Jessica Platt
I honestly think that I didn't know if I could win a job before. And now, I know I can.
I have no doubt. Figuring out how to do that is. What I get to figure out. I mean, I'm not quitting on it. And I also used to think, Oh, you're too old to do something like this because there will be people that have those kinds of thoughts, but you know, just cause when I was younger, I chose not to do it. Doesn't mean that I'm too old to do it now.
"I am more confident leading into my solos."
I wanted to be at the top of my game for my solos. I struggled with consistency, preparation, anxiety, and problems stemming from that anxiety.
After working with Lynn, we've identified all of the things that can lead to a train crash and worked on them all separately.
Anne Mandaro
Concertmaster, Island Symphony
Applied Violin Professor
Suffolk County Community College
Angélica Pereira
"So much of the meditation helped me through the Audition Prep."
A massive thanks for helping me through not only the audition, but honestly, so much of the meditation helped me through the prep and so much of this is transferable to life in general.
I got so much out of the experience and I feel I have new gifts to share with my students too.”
Tanya Charles
Violinist and Educator
Canada
De Ann Letourneau
United States
"Her unique blend of mental and technical coaching has led her students to huge success in recent auditions."
Dr. Lynn’s coaching programs are truly a game-changer for any player! Her ability to connect with students at all levels and transform technique in real-time is remarkable. With her care and attention to detail, fun anecdotes, and impressive research, she makes even the hardest aspects of violin playing feel easy. Her unique blend of mental and technical coaching has led her students to huge success in recent auditions. If you want to elevate your performance and technique I can’t recommend Dr. Lynn’s workshops enough!
"Now, I'm able to perform with confidence and enjoyment."
The pandemic had turned my orchestral life upside-down. I was struggling for direction and focus until I studied with Dr. Lynn.
It has been an incredibly positive experience musically, technically & violinistically.
Jacqui Miles
Violinist, English National Opera & Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
"Lynn can meet you no matter where you are and get you to that next level."
I've been privileged to study with many great teachers - including a student of Ysaÿe, two different concertmasters of the Toronto Symphony, and many wonderful internationally-known chamber musicians.
But in my book, Lynn is top-notch!
John Soloninka
Amateur Violinist & Violin Maker
"Before, I used to be so timid, insecure and afraid. After working with Dr. Lynn, I feel like I’ve grown so much."
Dr. Lynn came at the right moment in my musical journey as I was struggling with performance anxiety and insecurities.
Alyssa Chong
Violin Student, Sunway University
"Lynn has helped me improve my musical phrasing and add more drama to my playing."
Dr. Lynn is not only a great violinist who is extremely knowledgeable with all musical styles,
but she also clearly puts a lot of thought into her teaching!
Diane Cohen
Violin Educator & Assistant Principal Violinist, Memphis Symphony Orchestra
"My spiccato definitely changed … and it took just 22 minutes!"
My spiccato definitely changed from the first time I played it … and it took just 22 minutes!
Tessa Henderson
Violin Student
"I remember at the end, my spiccato was just flowing so effortlessly!"
Dr. Lynn helped me with whatever I wanted to work on
and by the end of the lesson, it would be feeling - and sounding! - so much better.
Lauren Smee
Violinist, Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra, Suzuki Violin Teacher
"I completely changed my practice habits! This is a huge win considering more than 10 years of violin practice."
I always had difficulty practicing. I practice a lot, but I find that things just don't stick. Lynn has 180 degrees changed that.
She is able to break things down to minute details so I can understand and fix the deep issues at the same time.
Until I met Lynn, I didn't know how much I could progress.
With her teachings, I just immediately see results!
Yixi Zhang
"Lynn has really helped me with developing an in-depth musical interpretation of the solo works that I was working on."
I participated in Dr. Lynn's program and had a fabulous time!
It was a really excellent opportunity to dive deeper into the technique classes.
The structure of her program really worked well for me.
Carole Bestvater
Nikki Mariotti
"Because of Dr. Lynn, I have a safe space to share my playing & practicing."
Having a safe space has increased my confidence to share my playing & practicing on my general social media as well.
Lyka Arellano
"It used to take me ages before I could combine technique, musicality, and performance-level playing."
Listening back to my first recording,
there’s a huge difference in sound and 'relaxed-ness'.
"I didn't have this kind of education before. You will really get a good end-result working with Lynn."
I joined her program and felt very included even though I am a violist. It was such a wonderful safe space for me to work on improvement and be part of a community.
I was very inspired working with Lynn.
I wouldn't hesitate to do it again. It's an investment for yourself.
Eddy Malave
Paulo Carmelo
"I became more confident in myself
with newfound determination."
I was frustrated. My head was getting in the way and I was dealing with stage fright…
But after working with Dr. Lynn, I can say that I became more confident in myself with newfound determination.
Gill Ripley
"Working with Lynn has been a big game changer in terms of technique and positive mindset."
I was feeling stuck and unmotivated. It can be hard to keep improving as a violinist after initial studies have finished.
But working with Dr. Lynn has been a big game changer in terms of technique and positive mindset.
Colleen W.
"I have played orchestral excerpts for several concertmasters and mentors in the past, but Lynn Kuo exceeded my expectations."
Lynn is an exceptionally experienced musician who stood by my side during my audition preparation process. She clearly puts a lot of effort into our lessons.
She was always available for questions, helped me organize a practice schedule and timeline kept me accountable, and offered solid musical advice.
I felt very cared for, which made an enormous difference.
Taking into consideration all the years of music school training I've had, working with Lynn was one of the most positive experiences.
Chika Wie
"I definitely feel that I’m a better violinist and I’ve only been in for 3 weeks now!"
After working with Dr. Lynn, I definitely feel a lot more comfortable with double stops and chords.
My bow use in terms of releasing pressure and ringing sound is so much better.
Michelle Carlin
"I might end up saying this a hundred times but I wish I had Lynn and her online courses 20 years ago!"
I live on the other side of the world and don’t have any advanced violin teachers near me.
Working with Lynn was an amazing experience and I feel I have improved immensely with her expert tuition.
See what others have to say
Nathan Cole
Richard Roberts
Your explanations are simple and unpretentious, and so, easier to grasp and accept.
I'm in admiration of your presentations, your vivacious personality, and real skill in finding the best ways of dealing with violin matters. Brava!!
Nancy Dahn
Garrett Fischbach
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