Originally from Scotland, Heather MacLeod began playing the violin at the

age of six. She earned a Bachelor of Music with Honours from the Royal

Conservatoire of Scotland, followed by a Master of Music in Performance with

Distinction from the Royal Northern College of Music.

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In 2024, Heather joined The Hallé Orchestra as part of the second violin

section. Prior to this, she enjoyed a diverse freelance career, performing with

ensembles such as Scottish Ballet, Manchester Camerata, the BBC

Philharmonic, and The Orchestra of Opera North. Her versatility has also led

to collaborations with a wide range of artists including Gary Numan, Diana

Ross, Disturbed, Echo and the Bunnymen, Evanescence, Twin Atlantic, The

Snuts and Public Service Broadcasting. She also runs her own business,

Dahlia Music, alongside her sister Kirsty.

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A passionate multi-instrumentalist, Heather also plays viola and piano, and

she enjoys arranging traditional music in her spare time. She’s passionate

about sharing her love of music with students of all ages, always aiming to

spark inspiration and enjoy the journey along the way!

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If you would like to learn the violin or viola from Heather, contact us at cheshireschoolofmusic@gmail.com or 07783402666.