I teach both violin and talharpa (jouhikko) mostly in the Helsinki area though I also run some courses and teach at events further afield. As well as that, I run a weekly social dance course in Espoo jointly with Eva Väljaots
I graduated from Sibelius Academy with a masters in folk music complete with a pedagogy qualification. Prior to that I obtained a bachelors degree in Folk & Traditional Music from Newcastle University and I also have an ABRSM grade 8 in violin.
I believe learning music should always be fun and it’s never too late to start. Teaching supervisors have described my teaching style as patient, calm and encouraging. My specialty is folk music from England, Scotland, and Ireland as well as bluegrass though I’m also happy to explore other styles with students. I teach predominately in English though can also speak some Finnish and Estonian. I’m happy to teach all ages and cross-instrument lessons are possible too along with singing folk songs.
Current/ Upcoming Courses:
22-26.6.2026 Haapavesi Folk Camp
Autumn 2026 Folk Band at Helsingfors Arbis
Spring 2026 Folk Band at Helsingfors Arbis
Autumn 2026 International Folk Dance at Esbo Arbis with Eva Väljaots
Spring 2026 International Folk Dance at Esbo Arbis with Eva Väljaots
Recent courses:
Music of the British Isles at Turun suomenkielinen työväenopisto
Irish Folk Music at Turun suomenkielinen työväenopisto
Workshop: English Folk Songs at Helsingfors Arbis
Workshop: Bluegrass Fiddle at Helsingfors Arbis
Workshop: Bluegrass Fiddle 2 at Helsingfors Arbis
Camps I’ve taught at:
Vormsi Hiiu Kandle Laager (talharpa)
Kandlekoja Pärimusa Laager (fiddle & talharpa)
Please get in touch if you’re interested in private lessons or finding out more about the courses I run.