Next Note Forward
Free Online Violin Mentorship for the Youth
Get thoughtful online guidance, practical feedback, and encouragement for any step of your violin journey, at any level.
Everyone has a next step. What’s your next note?
Free personal, individualized feedback from supportive, experienced high school violin mentors online
Book a single session or return for additional lessons whenever you need support.
Lessons meant to improve accessible private education for any level violinist and any age.
Music Moves Forward
Next Note Forward is a free online violin mentorship initiative based in Northeast Ohio. Experienced, high school violinists provide one-on-one sessions for any violinist at any step of their journey.
Violin Mentorship
Free online violin sessions for players seeking guidance, confidence, and their next note forward.
Whether you are:
A beginner violinist learning foundational techniques,
A violinist preparing for an upcoming audition/competition,
Or a violinist who is simply looking for a listening ear and some advice,
We are here for you.
Next Note Forward Questions
Questions about the initiative, mentors, or anything at all? We’re here.
Q&A
Who can receive mentorship?
Next Note Forward welcomes violinists of every age, level, background, and musical goal.
Does mentorship cost anything?
Mentorship is completely free, with online guidance tailored to your questions, skills, practice habits, and goals.
What can mentors help with?
Lessons may include technique, practice strategies, playing advice, performance preparation, and encouragement.
How do I get started?
Click on “Schedule” at the menu and it will direct you to our form to schedule a one-time session with one of our mentors!
Who is mentoring me?
Our violin mentors are experienced, high school violinists with at least 7 years of playing experience. They have been coached and prepared to provide individualized, proper feedback to a violinist of any level.