Heather MacLeod

Originally from Scotland, Heather MacLeod started playing the violin at the age of 6. She graduated with a Bachelor of Music with Honours from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and a Masters of Music in Performance degree from the Royal Northern College of Music in which she received a Distinction.
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Heather is very passionate about all genres of music and this has lead her to playing in a number of solo, chamber, orchestral, traditional and band circumstances. Recent engagements being two performances of Tchaikovsky's violin concerto with the Glasgow Orchestral Society, chamber music recital at the Rannoch Music Society, guest leader at the Stockport Symphony Orchestra, performing and recording alongside the Young Traditional Musician of the Year Rona Wilkie and appearing with orchestras such as BBC Philharmonic, Manchester Camerata, Opera North and Scottish Ballet as well as artists Gary Numan, Echo and the Bunnymen, Paloma Faith, Alex Warren, Evanescence, Twin Atlantic, Gungor, Public Service Broadcasting and Susan Boyle. She is an avid viola and piano player as well as having a passion for arranging traditional music in her spare time.
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Heather currently holds a Tutti 2nd Violin position at The Hallé Orchestra in Manchester and a teaching position at Ashton on Mersey School in Sale. She also runs her own business, Dahlia Music, alongside her sister Kirsty.

I offer violin, viola, and piano lessons for students of all ages, standards, and musical backgrounds. Whether you are a complete beginner, returning to music after a break, or an advanced player looking to refine your skills, lessons are tailored to suit your individual goals and interests.
As a professional musician with over ten years of teaching experience, I aim to create a supportive, encouraging, and enjoyable learning environment for every student. Lessons are accessible and flexible, whether you would like to work towards ABRSM exams, need extra support with school music exams and coursework, or simply want to learn for fun and personal enjoyment.
Teaching focuses on building strong technique, musical confidence, creativity, and a genuine enjoyment of music. Students can explore a wide range of styles and repertoire, with lessons adapted to different learning styles and abilities.
Both online and in-person lessons available.