Learn from Great Viola Teachers

Hi, my name is Irena. I'm a violist and an interdisciplinary artist that loves working with experimental music, free improvisation and contemporary music. I finished my Bachelor (2011-2016) with with artistic - pedagogical Profile in Germany at the State University for Music in Saarbrücken (HfM Saar), where I also did my master, Master of Education - Advanced Music Pedagogy…

I studied a Master’s of Music in Viola Performance at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. Under the tutelage of renowned British Viola player Richard Crabtree, I have had the opportunity to work with members of the Welsh National Opera, London Philharmonic Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra and have given performances at some of the UK’s most prestigious…

Whether you are beginning your musical journey or refining your artistry, I will help you grow with confidence and joy. My approach combines clear technical foundations with effective and enjoyable methods for overcoming challenges, while fostering expressive and creative development, helping every musician discover their own unique voice.

Christopher Broyles is an accomplished Violist, Baroque Violist, Teacher and leader who is currently teaching and freelancing in the Boston and Cleveland areas. As a violist, Broyles has appeared on stages around the globe from Symphony Hall in Boston to the Salle de Combins at the Verbier Festival to the Regina Mundi Church in Soweto, South Africa to the Musikverein in Vienna.

I am a violin, viola, and piano teacher with over a decade of teaching experience, specializing in precise technique, classical training, and worship/sacred music. I began teaching in 2011 and studied under exceptional mentors—my viola teacher served as the President of the American Viola Society, and my violin and piano teachers were professors at the Cleveland Institute of Music.

Will Franke is an accomplished musician with a diverse background, encompassing over 27 years of experience in both performance and education. Specializing in classical violin, Will also excels as a fiddle player, guitarist, mandolinist, songwriter, recording artist and sitarist, embracing genres such as jazz, folk, Indian Classical, and contemporary styles.

Anna Lipkind-Mazor, Violin Following her recent debut at the Berlin Philharmonie,Netherlands/Spain-based violinist Anna Lipkind-Mazor was hailed as a modern-day priestess of sound—an artist who breathes music with body, soul, and silence, enchanting audiences from the very first note with her luminous presence and profound expressivity.

Maria Semes is a tenured member in the viola section of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Prior to joining the Baltimore Symphony, Maria was a tenured member of the Louisville Orchestra violin section from 2014-2022. She played in the first violins for 5 years and then was 3rd chair in the second violins.

Ludovica Burtone is an Italian-born violinist, pianist, composer and recording artist. She has performed worldwide, as both soloist and chamber musician, and has recorded for a number of television and film scores. Ludovica received classical training from the Conservatory of Liceu in Spain, and the Conservatory J.

Hi! I'm an experienced violin teacher who recently finished a Master's degree of Arts in Music at the University of Central Florida. I was awarded with the OPUS Scholarship, which allowed me to play as a sub member with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.