Overview

The Training Course for Violin Teachers – Nurturing Musical Giftedness is an exclusive, two-hour online professional development training designed for violin teachers and educators of all experience levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced teacher, this course offers valuable insights into effectively recognizing, nurturing, and supporting highly gifted young violinists.

Highly gifted violin students require individualized teaching methods and exceptional support to unlock their full artistic and personal potential. At Vienna Premier Music Academy, Academy for Highly Gifted Musicians, we understand that every extraordinary talent needs personal guidance to thrive. This course is led by violin professor Ina Kosturi, who brings expert knowledge in early talent identification, pedagogical strategies, and psychological aspects of working with gifted musicians.

Participants will gain practical tools and strategies for designing lesson plans that address the unique needs of gifted violinists. The course also covers important psychological topics such as motivation, managing pressure, and fostering a healthy self-concept, equipping teachers to support both the artistic and emotional growth of their students.

The format includes focused teaching input followed by an interactive Q&A session, providing personalized guidance and professional exchange. All participants will receive a certificate of completion from the Vienna Premier Music Academy.

By the end of this training, violin educators will be empowered with effective teaching methods, psychological insights, and a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in nurturing highly gifted musicians.

Expert Speaker

• Violin Professor Ina Kosturi: Focus on talent identification, individualized pedagogy, psychological support, and artistic development.

Benefits for Participants (Violin Teachers, Educators, etc.)

• Receive a certificate, valuable for professional development and credentials.
• Gain practical teaching methods and psychological insights immediately applicable in your lessons.
• Network and exchange ideas with experts and fellow educators.
• Position yourself as a specialist in the growing field of musical giftedness support.

Course Format

• Online via Zoom Webinar
• Duration: 2 hours + Q&A
• One-time, live event
• Language: English and Albanian
• Certificate of completion awarded to all registered participants
• Limited seats to ensure high-quality interaction and engagement
• Participation link sent via email upon registration

Contact: ina.kosturi@vpma.at

Requirements

• Broadband internet connection
• Webcam
• Speakers or headphones
• External or internal microphone

Event Info

Course Info

In an ever-evolving educational landscape, the need for specialized training in gifted education is more important than ever. Highly gifted violin students do not thrive under conventional teaching alone—they require refined, flexible, and deeply informed approaches that address their unique cognitive, emotional, and artistic needs. This training course offers violin educators a rare opportunity to develop that expertise in a focused, yet richly informative two-hour online format.

By attending this course, you will:

Deepen Your Expertise in Gifted Violin Education

Gain access to the latest insights on musical giftedness—from early talent identification and individualized lesson planning to teaching strategies tailored specifically for exceptional violinists. Learn how to recognize and nurture giftedness with sensitivity and precision.

Understand the Psychology of Gifted Violin Learners

Explore the emotional and psychological needs of highly gifted violin students, guided by the expertise of Professor Ina Kosturi. Discover how to support motivation, prevent emotional burnout, and foster a healthy self-image—crucial for sustained artistic and personal growth.

Enhance Your Practical Teaching Approach

Receive innovative and practical teaching strategies focused on repertoire development, technical progression, and artistic expression, all designed to help gifted violinists flourish beyond conventional exercises.

Learn from a Renowned Expert

Benefit from the knowledge and experience of Professor Ina Kosturi, a leading figure in violin pedagogy and gifted education, who bridges theory and practice in a highly accessible format.

Earn a Recognized Certificate

Upon completion, you will receive a certificate from the Vienna Premier Music Academy, enhancing your teaching credentials and demonstrating your commitment to professional development in gifted music education.

Connect with a Professional Community

This live online event includes an interactive Q&A session, providing a unique opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and network with fellow educators passionate about nurturing musical giftedness.

Advance Your Career & Positioning

As demand for specialists in musical giftedness grows, this course will help you stand out by equipping you with essential skills to support gifted violin students preparing for competitions, auditions, or advanced repertoire.

Organiser 

Vienna Premier Music Academy (VPMA)