We were delighted to welcome back two great friends and longstanding supporters of the school - Peter Beare and Lorraine Bitaud.
Peter delivered his annual pre-test talk to our third-year students ahead of their renowned five-week exam, while Lorraine led an intensive advanced setup session in preparation for the week-long professional standards test.
Peter will return again in June to oversee the marking of this year’s cohort and their “test” violins, continuing a tradition of support that he and members of his family business have provided to the school for many years.
Lorraine, a more recent but hugely valued contributor, has quickly become an important part of this crucial stage in our students’ development.
We remain deeply grateful to all visiting speakers and industry experts whose mentorship and generosity continue to enrich the training we provide.
These enduring connections help sustain the living heritage of violin making and restoration, while inspiring the next generation emerging from Newark.
To learn more about our Violin Making and Repair courses, visit the course webpage.
