Arrabida Violin Academy
Inspiring masterclasses, concerts, and time off in one of the most beautiful places in the world
About us
A unique violin academy
Set in gorgeous Portinho da Arrábida in Portugal, in parternship with the orphanage Casa do Gaiato, IVAA offers the highest level of violin lessons and ensemble practice paired with time off by the sea
Learn morewhat we offer
individual lessons
violin ensemble
concerts
coaching with piano
swimming and nature
full board
stay with incredible views steps from the sea
Meet our faculty
Our teachers

Eliot Lawson, violin professor

Luis Pacheco Cunha, violin professor

Jill Lawson, pianist and coach

Lev Adamov, violin and ensembles