I am a classically trained violinist with experience in orchestral works, violin repertoire, music theory and practical violin teaching of the Paul Rolland Teaching Methodology. As a performer and educator, I have taught and performed with university and community ensembles in Cape Town and Belhar, focusing on tone, bowing technique, repertoire development and student-centred pedagogy.

Crispian Anyster

I am a classically trained violinist with experience in orchestral works, violin repertoire, music theory and practical violin teaching of the Paul Rolland Teaching Methodology. As a performer and educator, I have taught and performed with university and community ensembles in Cape Town and Belhar, focusing on tone, bowing technique, repertoire development and student-centred pedagogy.

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I am a classically trained violinist with experience in orchestral works, violin repertoire, music theory and practical violin teaching of the Paul Rolland Teaching Methodology.

As a performer and educator, I have taught and performed with university and community ensembles in Cape Town and Belhar, focusing on tone, bowing technique, repertoire development and student-centred pedagogy.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Private Violin tutor at Private
September 1, 2022 - Present
Violin and music theory
Violin & Music Theory Teacher (Freelance) at Superprof
January 1, 2022 - Present
Online freelance violin and music theory instruction for private students
Violin & Music Theory Tutor at Cape Town Tabernacle Tutoring Group
May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Group tutoring classes of up to 3-4 beginner level students
1st Violin & 2nd Violin at University of Cape Town Symphony Orchestra
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Performed as principal and assistant violinist in university orchestra
2nd Violin at Amateur Chamber Music Players, Cape Town
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
Played 2nd violin in local amateur chamber ensemble; workshops
Choir Singer (Soprano/Alto/Tenor) at All Saints Belhar Church Choir
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1999
Sang soprano/alto/tenor in church choir
1st Violin at Cape Town Orchestra Workshop — Amateur
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
1st Violin at orchestra workshop conducted by Prof Juan Muñoz
1st Violin at University of Cape Town Symphony Orchestra
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
1st Violin at the University of Cape Town Symphony Orchestra, 2002-2003
1st Violin at Anti Chamber Orchestra, Cape Town
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
1st Violin at Anti Chamber Orchestra, Cape Town, 2014-2016

Education

LRSM in Violin Pedagogy at Abrsm
January 5, 2024 - March 24, 2026
Diploma in Orchestra Studies at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Violin Grades 1-6 at Trinity College London
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
Music Theory Grades 3-6 at Trinity College London
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Violin Grade 8 at Trinity College London
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
ABRSM LRSM in String Pedagogy at ABRSM
January 1, 2024 - June 7, 2026

Qualifications

ABRSM LRSM in String Pedagogy
January 1, 2024 - June 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services