- Laura is a recent graduate of Michigan State University, receiving degrees in both Violin Performance and Music Education. She has taught privately for 9 years to students of all ages.
- Recently, Laura completed her student teaching at Troy High School and Smith Middle School where she worked with four orchestras under the direction of Alan MacNair. She has taught camps and retreats for schools all over Michigan, in addition to the American String Teacher’s Association Summer Camp in Howell.
- Through Michigan State’s Community Music School, Laura has participated in string exploratory courses for students in the Lansing Public Schools. With her love of fiddling and improvisation, she was also a sectional instructor at ASTA’s “Alternative Styles Day,” where students all over Michigan learn to play fiddle and jazz music.
- In addition to her teaching experience, Laura has performed with the Lansing Symphony, Alma Symphony, Michigan State University Symphony, and many others. She was a founding member of the Red Cedar Trio at Michigan State, a violin, clarinet, piano trio that held several performances in the Mid-Michigan area.

Hobbies/Interests
-In addition to playing classical music, Laura loves fiddle tunes and improvisation! She also enjoys listening to new styles of music, learning new instruments, reading, running, and hanging out with her dog, Daisy.

Quote or Philosophy
I believe that anyone, regardless of previous experience or ability, can successfully learn to play the violin or viola with dedication, practice, and good teaching!
Learning music should be a joyful, healthy, and fulfilling experience. I am enormously passionate about teaching and care deeply about student progress. I believe the best teachers are those who are encouraging and supportive yet have high expectations for their students. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to further discuss these ideas!

Books & Materials Needed:
All students will need: A music stand, a metronome, and a quiet place to practice. Books will be determined within the first few lessons.

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