The Drew Lecher Studio

Celebrating 50+ Years of Teaching, since 1970

“Violin Technique, the Manual” and “Viola Technique, the Manual” – “These two volumes offer a comprehensive practice methodology that addresses the full gamut of fundamental technical issues on the violin and viola; …these books certainly chart a course towards the acquisition of an in-depth technical understanding… whether used to build one from scratch or to hone individual aspects.”

the Strad, London, September 2008 www.thestrad.com

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the Strad, London, September 2008 www.thestrad.com

“Violin Technique, the Manual” and “Viola Technique, the Manual” – “These two volumes offer a comprehensive practice methodology that addresses the full gamut of fundamental technical issues on the violin and viola; …these books certainly chart a course towards the acquisition of an in-depth technical understanding… whether used to build one from scratch or to hone individual aspects.”
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Welcome

Teaching and playing professionally since the age of 19, DREW LECHER was appointed, at age 24, Professor of Violin, and later Viola, at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, London. He further honed his teaching skills working with gifted children as Specialist Instructor of Violin, Viola & Chamber Music at the Wells Cathedral School in Somerset, England, and on the faculty of the City of London's Pimlico School.

Philosophy: The most important individual in the studio is the student—what is best for them personally, academically and musically (both technically and artistically).

Teaching since 1970, DREW LECHER has published two books—"Violin Technique: The Manual" and "Viola Technique: The Manual." Technique is the tool by which we accomplish the artistic. These books are a concise, easy to grasp collection of 'kernels'—concepts and actions—that, as applied and elaborated upon, provide both efficiency and accessibility for all levels—beginner to professional.

Included is Terms & Tips, dealing with both the … Read More about Welcome

“Beau Bow”

This video lesson demonstrates how to accomplish the simplest of concepts to master shifts and vibrato — siblings of one another.

“Keep doing what you are doing,”

Professor Ivan Galamian, The Juilliard School, New York.

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Professor Ivan Galamian, The Juilliard School, New York.

“Keep doing what you are doing,”
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“My artist-student from Beer City”

Prof. Leonard Sorkin, Co-Founder of the Fine Arts Quartet, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

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Prof. Leonard Sorkin, Co-Founder of the Fine Arts Quartet, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

“My artist-student from Beer City”
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About Drew Lecher

Teaching since 1970, DREW LECHER has published two books—"Violin Technique: The Manual" and "Viola Technique: The Manual.”

Anyone seeking confirmation of DREW LECHER's exceptional abilities as a violinist and teacher need look no further. Teaching and playing professionally since the age of 19, he was appointed, at age 24, Professor of Violin, and later Viola, at the Guildhall School of Music … Read More about About Drew Lecher