Learn from Great Viola Teachers

Known for his “rich tone and lyrical acumen” (Chicago Tribune), violist Michael Isaac Strauss has performed around the world as a soloist, recitalist, in chamber music, and in symphonic settings. His love for the intimate concert setting has led to performances on concert series, live radio broadcasts, and festival appearances across Europe, North America, and Asia.

Elyse is a professional violinist with over 30 years of playing experience and over 20 years of experience teaching students of all ages and ability levels. She holds a B.Mus. degree in Violin Performance from the School of Music at the University of British Columbia. --- Musically inclined from birth, Seattle native Elyse Jacobson began studying the violin at the age of five.

A classical-crossover violinist with a virtuosic rock flair, Siobhan Cronin has performed with some of the most iconic artists in recent history including the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban, Ricky Martin, Wyclef Jean, Sarah McLachlan, Plácido Domingo, Andrea Bocelli, Earth Wind and Fire, Rod Stewart, and others.

Greetings! My name is Ellen Kidwell. I have about 11 years of teaching both private lessons and currently hold a position as an Orchestra Director in Dallas Texas. I perform regularly on both violin and viola. I have won the Texas Music Educator's Association Collegiate Educator Award, and most recently the Texas Orchestra Directors Association Young Educator of the year.

Music has always been a big part of my life. I started singing at two years old and started playing the violin at the age of 8. In 2004 I graduated from Mansfield University with my BM in Music Education. Voice was my primary instrument with a secondary in Violin and Viola.

I am a dedicated violin/bowed strings teacher with experience working with students of all ages and levels. My approach centers on building a strong technical foundation through proper posture, bowing, intonation, and tone production. I create personalized lesson plans tailored to each student's needs, focusing on clear, step-by-step progress.

Rachel Gaither began her musical studies at the age of 9, in her public school string program. Her studies followed her through college, where she received a Bachelor's of Music in violin performance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln; in that time, she had the privelege of performing twice in Carnegie Hall, as well as multiple regional tours of the Midwest with her school…

A versatile and charismatic artist, Chilean-American violist Daniel Lamas maintains a dynamic career as both performer and educator. Since his solo debut at sixteen, Daniel has appeared globally as a recitalist, chamber musician, and orchestral principal.

I am a rising senior at Shenandoah Conservatory studying Piano and Viola. I have studied with Steinway Artist Dr. Eric Fung, Professor Doris Lederer of the Audubon Quartet, Professor Rochelle Agnew of the Pittsburgh Opera Orchestra, and Grammy Nominated Pianist Marika Bournaki.

Introducing Luke Moller on Lessonface.com: Master of Strings and Music Theory G'day music enthusiasts! Join Luke Moller on Lessonface.com for an exceptional learning experience in violin, viola, mandolin, and music theory. With his impressive background as a musician, producer, and educator, Luke offers a unique opportunity for students to learn from a master of strings.