Business Details
We have been dedicated to nurturing musical excellence through violin and viola instruction for over 32 years. Our expertise, rooted in a BFA in Music Performance from UW-Milwaukee, ensures students receive rigorous technical training and artistic guidance. As a first violinist with the Kettle Moraine Symphony since 2010 and a former board member, we maintain high artistic standards and industry credibility. Our teaching philosophy prioritizes individualized instruction, adapting to each students goals, abilities, and learning pace to foster both skill development and a lifelong passion for music. We have honed our craft through roles such as String Support Instructor at Hartford Union High School and Orchestra Teacher at West Bend School District, refining our ability to address diverse learning needs. By integrating music theory, sight-reading, and genre exploration into lessons, we equip students with comprehensive musical understanding.
Our commitment to transparency and student growth is reflected in periodic assessments and open communication with families. Post-2020, we have expanded our focus on private lessons, ensuring personalized attention and tailored progress plans. We actively perform at weddings and events, demonstrating our versatility and real-world application of musical skills. As Director of the Schauer Youth String Orchestra, we have cultivated environments where young musicians collaborate and refine their talents. Our studios reputation is built on decades of student success, including auditions, performances, and confident artistic expression. We remain deeply invested in each students journey, celebrating their achievements and guiding them toward musical mastery.
Our commitment to transparency and student growth is reflected in periodic assessments and open communication with families. Post-2020, we have expanded our focus on private lessons, ensuring personalized attention and tailored progress plans. We actively perform at weddings and events, demonstrating our versatility and real-world application of musical skills. As Director of the Schauer Youth String Orchestra, we have cultivated environments where young musicians collaborate and refine their talents. Our studios reputation is built on decades of student success, including auditions, performances, and confident artistic expression. We remain deeply invested in each students journey, celebrating their achievements and guiding them toward musical mastery.
Highlights and features
- We offer over 32 years of dedicated violin and viola instruction experience.
- Our instructor holds a BFA in Music Performance from UW-Milwaukee.
- We provide tailored lessons addressing each students unique goals and abilities.
- Our teaching approach includes music theory, sight-reading, and historical genre exploration.
- We maintain a proven track record of student success in performances and auditions.
Services
Private Violin Lessons
Our private violin lessons are customized to each students goals, abilities, and learning style. We focus on building foundational techniques, music theory, and performance skills through personalized instruction. Students of all ages benefit from structured guidance that adapts to their progress and interests, ensuring a strong musical foundation and confident performance readiness.
Viola Instruction
Viola students receive specialized training that addresses the instruments unique challenges and expressive qualities. We emphasize proper bowing techniques, pitch accuracy, and musical interpretation tailored to the violas range and character. Whether preparing for auditions or personal enjoyment, our instruction fosters both technical proficiency and artistic expression.
Small Group Lessons
Our small group lessons offer collaborative learning environments where students practice ensemble skills and gain exposure to diverse musical perspectives. These sessions reinforce individual techniques while teaching coordination, dynamics, and teamwork. Group settings are ideal for building confidence through peer interaction and shared musical experiences.
Wedding Performances
We provide elegant violin and viola performances for weddings and events, offering solo or quartet arrangements. From prelude music to processional and cocktail hour entertainment, our repertoire ensures a memorable atmosphere tailored to each couples vision. Our expertise in classical and contemporary styles allows us to adapt to any venue or theme.
Music Theory Training
Our music theory integration equips students with essential knowledge of rhythm, melody, and notation. Through practical exercises and quizzes, we build foundational understanding that enhances performance skills and independent learning. This component ensures students can analyze and interpret music with confidence and creativity.
