# Violins and More of Lynchburg > Strings are Our Only Business ## Posts - [Talent Night Kids Only!](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/talent-night-october-2026/): Violins & More will be hosting “Talent Night” Kids only! Sunday, October 11, 2026 5:30 p.m. Please email us HERE to let us know you are coming! Allen Heer will be available to accompany the performance, if you wish and will also be available for a rehearsal, at no cost. You are also welcome to bring your own accompanist or perform unaccompanied. See you there! -Rachel - [New in the Shop: Handmade Negri Violin Cases from Italy](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/negri-violin-cases/): We’re excited about this one. We just received a shipment of Negri violin cases, made in Italy, and they’re now on the shelf at the shop. If you haven’t run across the name before, Negri is an Italian case maker known for wooden-shell cases: a rigid wood structure under a fabric exterior, which gives you the protection of a hard case with a lower weight than you’d expect. We’ve been wanting to carry a case at this level for a while, and after handling these in person we’re glad we waited for the right one. We currently have two models in […] - [We're in Lynchburg Living!](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/lynchburg-living-bridge-to-community/): We’ve been waiting a long time to say this: Violins & More is in Lynchburg Living! The September issue features an article called “Bridge to Community,” written by Jeremy Angione with photos by Ashlee Glen. It tells the story of our shop, from the day Rachel’s father, Allan Heer, took it over about twenty years ago, through Rachel joining him as co-owner in 2019, to what the shop looks like today. Read “Bridge to Community” at Lynchburg Living → A few of our favorite things the article covers: The line from the article that sums it up best is Rachel’s: “I […] - [Anna Weddington](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/anna-weddington/): Instruments: Violin, Viola Phone: 859-948-4765 Email: WeddingtonStringStudio@gmail.com Website: www.annaweddington.com Anna teaches all levels of violin and viola to students age 4 and up. Lessons are available in person in Charlottesville, Virginia, or online. - [Beginner's Luck - Fall Session 2026](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/beginners-luck-fall-session-2026/): Violins and More is excited to offer another semester of Beginner’s Luck. This is an ensemble for adult beginners and intermediate players. - [NuBows](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/nubows/): Designed by professional bowmaker Rodney Mohr, the “NuBow” is meticulously designed to meet performance demands, while intentionally created for sustainability. All parts are derived from legally sustainable resources, travel friendly, and constructed for minimal environmental impact. The stick is bamboo! The frog and button are manufactured from an innovative product called Sonowood. The alternative to pearl is the simulated material called Sanwa created by Kyocera. It is a highly durable lab-grown opal using an advanced technological process that creates optimal conditions for natural opal formation. - [Kathleen De Boer](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/kathleen-de-boer/): Instruments: Violin, Cello Phone: 540-238-9092 Email: simplystrings1982@gmail.com I have been a dedicated cellist since 1982, a journey that began with a performance-based college scholarship supporting my work in symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, and a scholarship string quartet. While my academic focus moved in a different direction, my commitment to performance remained a constant; I have spent decades performing in community orchestras, musical theater productions, and various liturgical settings. Since 2020, I have operated a private studio in Rocky Mount, Virginia, teaching both violin and cello to students ranging from age 4 to 60+. My pedagogical approach is centered on three pillars: […] - [Lynchburg Violin Suzuki Festival](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/lynchburg-violin-suzuki-festival/): Did you know that all of the Lynchburg City Elementary Schools provide free Suzuki violin lessons?  We are one of the only cities in the entire Commonwealth that offers this excellent and inclusive program.    The Suzuki violin method offers a holistic approach to learning violin that emphasizes ear training, listening, parental involvement and the development of character and memory skills. By mimicking the way children learn their native language, the method allows students to begin at a very young age and fosters a supportive community.We, here at Violins and More, do all we can to support this program.  In fact, both of the […] - [Arcos Brazil Bows](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/arcos-brazil-bows/): Say “hello” to these three new beauties! We have acquired three new Arcos Brazil violin bows, including the Special Edition Gold Mounted bow. They are available for examination and trial. Come see us and check out the new bows!! - [Jay Haide](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/jay-haide/): We are thrilled to announce that we now carry Jay Haide instruments! Introducing our newest instrument, the top-of-the-line Vuillaume-model violin in all-European wood. Available for examination and trial. Come by and try this powerhouse expertly set-up by our own Luthier Sam Howell. - [Klaus Clement Cello](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/klaus-clement-cello/): We are proud to announce our latest acquisition, the Klaus Clement C5 cello. This powerhouse was made in Germany by master Luthier Klaus Clement. It is masterfully set up by our own Sam Howell and boasts of good projection and even tone. This instrument is suitable for the advancing player to professional It is available for examination and trial. - [Snow Violins](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/snow-violins/): Violins and More are thrilled to announce that we now carry Snow violins! We have for examination and trial the “Simona” and PV900 models. The PV900 model (left) is made with a select European tonewood top and finished in golden-brown antiqued varnish. “Simona” (Italian for ‘One Who Listens’) is Snow’s best model in all Eurowood, minimally antiqued and personally varnished and adjusted by William Hu. - [BAM Violin Cases](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/bam-violin-cases/): We are thrilled to announce that we now carry BAM violin cases! BAM is a French company that specializes in violin cases. Their mission is to create cases that are not only protective and durable, but also very stylish. BAM has made a name for themselves for their constant commitment to new and innovative designs with affordable prices. - [Klaus Clement Violins](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/klaus-clement-violins/): Take a look at these two fine violins by Klaus Clement out of Leipzig Germany – V5 & V3 Well balanced tone that is bright, crisp and powerful. They each come with certificates and letters of authenticity. These violins are wonderfully resonant and responsive. Expertly and meticulously set up by our own Luthier, Sam Howell. Available for Examination and Trial. Definitely a must try! - [Basses Baby!!](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/basses-baby/): We have two pristine – never rented-upper level basses in the shop for sale. These excellent basses would be well suited for the advancing student or even college level. Say “hello” to the Krutz 400 series and the Century Strings 320. Stop in and try them- they sound amazing! - [Pedi cases- We have all the colors!](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/pedi-cases-we-have-all-the-colors/) - [JonPaul Fusion Violin Bows!](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/__trashed/): We just got a shipment of JonPaul Fusion Violin bows. These are excellent bows at a stduent price! - [Beginner's Luck Showcase Spring 2026](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/beginners-luck-showcase-spring-2026/): April 21st, 2026 6:00 PM at Peakland Baptist Church - [Gina DiCarlo](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/gina-dicarlo/): Instruments: Violin, Viola (Beginner – Advanced) Email: dicarlogmusic@gmail.com Ms. Gina DiCarlo started studying music seriously at an early age, attending the Pennsylvania Academy of Music during her middle and high school years. She graduated from the program with honors, and won two concerto competitions on violin during her time there, performing the Barber violin concerto and Zigeunerweisen with orchestra. After high school, DiCarlo studied at the Eastman School of Music in New York under the tutelage of Lynn Blakeslee. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Performance and Music Education from ESM, with honors, in 2014. After teaching orchestra at E. […] - [Sara Phelps](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/sara-phelps/): Instruments: Cello Phone: 585-303-2702 Sara Phelps is a professional cellist based in Lynchburg Virginia who is passionate about sharing the gift of music through performing and teaching. Sara is an encouraging and positive teacher who tailors each lesson individually to the students’ needs and goals. She enjoys supporting the student’s musical journey whether they want to learn for fun, play on a worship team, play in a youth orchestra, or pursue music more seriously. Sara takes an ergonomic approach to the instrument to help students find a way that is comfortable, natural, and healthy for them to play. Sara is also […] - [Kellan Mozzone](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/kellan-mozzone/): Instruments: Cello, Piano, Flute Phone: 610-350-1780 Email: k.mozzone12@gmail.com Website: www.kellanmozzonemusic.my.canva.site Kellan Mozzone is a cellist, pianist, and flutist in the Central Virginia area. In 2024, Kellan received her Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance with minors in Piano Performance and Flute Performance from Liberty University. Currently, Kellan teaches private lessons at both Allegro Music School in Lynchburg and First Baptist Academy of Music in Roanoke. She also subs with the Raleigh Symphony, the Roanoque Baroque Orchestra, the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra, and the Danville Symphony Orchestra, and she performs for weddings, churches, musicals, and other events in the area.Kellan is very passionate […] - [Ed Mikenas](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/ed-mikenas/): Instruments: Bass Phone: 434-386-2222 Email: emikenas@msn.com - [Teresa Angell](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/teresa-angell/): Instruments: Cello Phone: 434-386-1776 Email: tcrist.angell@gmail.com Teaching Cello at Violins and More. - [David Feldman](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/david-feldman/): Instruments: Cello Email: dfeldman@liberty.edu - [Elise Roberts](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/elise-roberts/): Instruments: Cello Phone: 434-420-0189 Email: elisesolomon@yahoo.com - [Eric Hollandsworth](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/eric-hollandsworth/): Instruments: Cello, Bass Phone: 540-521-2832 Email: eric@emh2.net Website: www.erichollandsworth.com - [Andrew Gabbert](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/andrew-gabbert/): Instruments: Cello Phone: 434-823-7652 Email: info@terravoce.com Website: www.TerraVoce.com - [Patrick Keese](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/patrick-keese/): Instruments: Violin Phone: 434-218-0362 Email: patricksviolin@gmail.com - [Janice Mauroschadt](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/janice-mauroschadt/): Instruments: Violin, Piano, Art Phone: 434-295-7449 Website: www.violinpianostudio.com Teaching in the Charlottesville area. - [Dean Smith](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/dean-smith/): Instruments: Violin, Viola, Guitar, Bass, Resonator, Banjo (Scrudds & Claw Hammer), & Mountain Dulcimer Phone: 540-420-4411 Email: dean@deansmithmusic.com Dean Smith teaches in the Rocky Mount & Collinsville area. - [Kevin & Bryan Matheson](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/kevin-bryan-matheson/): Instruments: Violin, Viola Phone: Kevin: 540-577-4916 | Bryan: 540-526-7547 Email: Kevin: kevin-matheson@hotmail.com | Bryan: bstrings1@hotmail.com Matheson Studio | Classic Strings Duo With years of teaching experience, the Matheson brothers provide a fun, nurturing environment for students to grow in their minds and develop their musical abilities. Lessons follow the students interests and can include worship music, video game, bluegrass, and movie tunes, besides Suzuki and classical music. Accepting students ages 4-senior citizens. The Mathesons perform with the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra and tach at Hollins University. - [Maddie Kirk](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/maddie-kirk/): Instruments: Violin, Viola Phone: 949-282-3229 Email: madisonkirk.music@gmail.com In Maddie’s private studio, she teaches beginner, intermediate, and advanced violin students of all ages. She firmly believes music is for everyone and that it is never too late to learn an instrument. Maddie uses research in both music education and violin techniques to mold to the needs of the student and provide a firm technical foundation. Suzuki books are used as well as supplemental material. She is completing her BM in Music Education with a minor in Violin Performance at Liberty University.  - [Kay Rooney](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/kay-rooney/): Instruments: Violin, Viola Phone: 434-907-1365 Email: kaymrooney@gmail.com Kay teaches violin and viola to all ages, from beginner to advanced. Kay is a caring and passionate teacher who works with students to develop a solid foundation for technique, musicianship, and a life-long love for music. She uses Suzuki books as well as supplemental material. In addition to her private studio and teaching at Randolph College and Sweet Briar College, Kay is a professional violinist who has played with several East Coast orchestras and ensembles in some of the most prestigious and historical venues, such as Carnegie Hall, Symphony Hall and Jordan Hall in […] - [Molly Orr](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/molly-orr/): Instruments: Violin, Viola (beginner through advanced), Cello (beginner) Phone: 731-326-6055 Email: mollyorrstringsfour@gmail.com Web: mollyorrstringsfour.com I’m accepting students age 3 through high school. My studio has a background in Suzuki and classical solo and ensemble strings training. I am currently teaching from home near Altavista, Virginia and occasionally coaching in Lynchburg proper. - [Jessica Phaup](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/jessica-phaup/): Instruments: Violin Phone: 434-944-1348 Email: jamphaup2@gmail.com - [Lisa Maroney](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/lisa-maroney/): Instruments: Violin, Viola, Piano & Cello (to an intermediate level) Phone: 540-907-2387 Email: joyousviola@gmail.com Website: bellamusicastudio.net I teach violin, viola, and piano to an early advanced level, but for cello only to an intermediate level (shifting, but no tenor clef). Lessons are primarily classical with a bit of exploration into other styles. - [Daniel Kepel](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/daniel-kepel/): Instruments: Violin, Viola Phone: 434-444-5567 Email: dmusicky@gmail.com - [Jim Robinson](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/jim-robinson/): Instruments: Fiddle, Banjo, Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, & Indian Classical Music Phone: 406-223-2746 Email: semaj1950@yahoo.com - [Sara (Edwards) Billings](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/sara-edwards-billings/): Instruments: Violin, Voice Phone: 434-515-3943 Email: saraedwardsmusic@gmail.com Sara Billings is a multi-instrumentalist, born and raised in Lynchburg. With almost a decade of teaching and experience composing and performing her own original music, Sara can help you realize your dream of playing an instrument! Currently offering violin lessons and vocal coaching. Available in person and virtual. - [Pam Hill](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/pam-hill/): Instruments: Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano Phone: 434-882-5915 Email: plussage@comcast.net Pam teaches all ages, beginner through advanced. - [Sara Smola](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/sara-preast/): Instruments: Violin, Piano, Phone: 813-690-9996 Email: spreast@randolphcollege.edu Sara (Preast) Smola plays and teaches multiple instruments, specializing in piano and violin. She has taught for Allegro Music School, Claudia’s School of Music, Patel Conservatory, as well as her own independent piano and violin studio. Her passion is to see students not only excel in what they are playing, but to love it at the same time! She seeks to challenge students to expand their repertoire by playing classical music with precision, but to also play modern pieces and improvisation! Sara does freelance work which includes accompanying at Liberty University, performing in wedding […] - [Ellen Murch](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/ellen-murch/): Instruments: Violin, Piano Phone: 434-219-7032 Email: murchmusic18@gmail.com Ellen Murch, an accomplished violinist and pianist, has enjoyed teaching students of all ages and levels the joy of music and has also played for numerous weddings the past 17 years. She can play as solo piano/violin or with duet, trio, or quartet for weddings. While Ellen has a full wedding repertoire of wedding songs ready for the occasion, any special song requests can be accommodated to the bride’s liking. Violin and piano students typically do a lesson once a week. Ellen teaches out of her home at 6840 village highway. Most students will […] - [Greg Childress](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/greg-childress/): Instruments: Violin, Viola Phone: 434-485-2903 (text/call) Email: gregorychildress@gmail.com Website: www.gregorychildress.com Instagram: @violagreg Greg teaches beginner, intermediate, and advanced violin and viola students. All ages are welcome. As a member of the Suzuki Association of Americas, Greg has received teacher training through the Suzuki Association. He uses the Suzuki method for beginner students to develop a strong foundation in technique and listening skills. As students make progress, Greg supplements with other method books and repertoire to develop well-rounded and confident musicians. - [Christi (Salisbury) Howell](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/christi-salisbury-howell/): Instruments: Violin Phone: 434-851-3749 Email: christianaluna@yahoo.com Website: https://salisburystrings.org - [Talent Night](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/talent-night/): Our next Talent Night will be on March 8th, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at our shop! 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Cello/Bass Teachers See our full list of Cello and Bass teachers in Lynchburg, Virginia. - [Who We Are](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/who-we-are/): Who We Are Meet the team dedicated to providing and maintaining quality stringed instruments to the Lynchburg community. Allan Heer Allan Heer is an accomplished musician on organ and piano. He raised his family, with his wife, Angela in Baltimore, MD. They have been living in Lynchburg for 20+ years. When asked why this business became their passion, Angela and Allan stated, “We’ve found so much joy in music and wanted to share that joy with Lynchburg, especially the youth.” Rachel Love Rachel Love is the front desk manager at Violins & More, keeping the books and assisting customers. She has […] - [Terms and Conditions](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/terms-and-conditions/): Download Rental Contract Rental Agreement: We require rental customers to present a valid credit card so that all payments are made by automatic deduction. When prepaying for at least six months we offer a one month discount (and a two month discount for prepaying for a year). If instruments are returned prior to the expiration of the prepaid period, we will simply refund the difference. However, we do not offer partial month refunds. Contracts can be cancelled at any time by returning the instrument. Our patrons are responsible for all damages to the instrument while it is under their care (see […] - [Blog](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/blog/) - [Home](https://violinsandmoreoflynchburg.com/): Shop Hours We are also available by Appointment. Feel free to contact us to schedule! Announcements Stay up to date with new instruments, lines, programs, and events at Violins and More! 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