Viola with Lydia G.

I am a professional violist with the Minnesota Orchestra. I recently completed my Bachelor and Master of Music at The Juilliard School as a student of Misha Amory and Cynthia Phelps. I have been teaching for almost eight years now, and have experience with violinists and violists but can specifically be helpful to those switching from one to the other! When I switched to the viola later in life, I learned new techniques and habits to help produce the rich, beautiful sound of the viola that is so similar to the human voice. In fact, It was this aspect that initially drew me to the instrument. As a teacher, my focus begins with building a strong foundation that is constantly improved upon over time, as opposed to learning lots of material very quickly. Every student is different, so I try to approach every lesson with an open mind. I firmly believe that taking inspiration from one's own experiences can inform artistic choices. I am open to teaching students of any age, skill level, or seriousness level, and can travel for lessons if necessary. Music is for everywhere, so I will meet you wherever you or your child are at!