Overview

Overview

Practicing the violin at a high level can sometimes feel overwhelming or isolating — but with focused guidance, progress becomes more achievable and inspiring. In this masterclass, Professor Ina Kosturi shares her extensive experience, insights, and effective techniques to help highly gifted musicians refine their playing with precision and artistry.

With a rich background as a performer and educator, Ina Kosturi will guide you through key elements of advanced violin playing, including:

• How to develop refined bow control and tone production
• How to shape phrasing and dynamics for expressive playing
• How to approach challenging repertoire and competition preparation
• How to balance technical mastery with musical interpretation

Through personalized coaching, targeted exercises, and constructive feedback, this masterclass is designed to help you perform with greater confidence, clarity, and emotional depth.

This course is ideal for:

• Highly gifted violin students at conservatory or university level
• Young professionals preparing for auditions and competitions
• Advanced amateurs seeking in-depth artistic development
• Anyone committed to pushing their violin playing to the next level

The masterclass is offered in English and Albanian, with sessions tailored to the individual participant — practical, personal, and artistically focused.

The masterclass is offered as a personal one-to-one session, fully focused on you. 

Format: Live online session via YouTube (recording available). 

Participation link: The participation link will be sent via email upon booking the event.

Duration: one hour + live Q&A

Contact: Please contact - office@vpma.at - with any questions.

Certificate: The event is offered by the Vienna Premier Music Academy (VPMA), Academy for Highly Gifted Musicians. If you are interested in receiving the certificate, please contact: office@vpma.at 

Requirements 

All Users

• Violin
• Broadband Internet connection
• Webcam
• Speakers or headphones
• External or internal microphone

Event Info

Why You Should Attend This Event

Learn from an Internationally Experienced Violinist

Ina Kosturi brings a unique blend of Albanian heritage and extensive international performance and teaching experience to help you elevate your playing.

Personalized Coaching for Highly Gifted Musicians

Receive individual guidance tailored to your specific strengths and challenges, designed to unlock your full artistic potential.

Develop Advanced Technical and Musical Skills

Focus on mastering bow control, tone production, phrasing, and expressive interpretation to stand out in auditions, competitions, and performances.

Multilingual and Accessible

The masterclass is available in English and Albanian, ensuring clear communication and comfort for participants from diverse backgrounds.

Interactive and Inspiring Learning Experience

Benefit from live demonstrations, practical exercises, and the opportunity to ask questions specific to your needs.

Whether you are preparing for professional opportunities, competitions, or aiming to deepen your artistry, this masterclass will equip you with the tools and confidence to excel.

Organiser 

Vienna Premier Music Academy (VPMA)