Greg Childress

Violin & Viola - teaching in-person
434-485-2903 (text/call)
gregorychildress@gmail.com
www.gregorychildress.com | @violagreg on Instagram

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.

Ellen Murch

434-219-7032
murchmusic18@gmail.com
Musician Fee is $175

Ellen Murch, an accomplished violinist and pianist, has enjoyed playing for numerous weddings the past 17 years. She can play as solo piano/violin or with duet, trio, or quartet. 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. 

Daniel Kepel-Young

Violin & Viola
434-444-5567
dmusicky@gmail.com

Kate Dovgalyuk

Violin & Viola
703-615-0910
kedov3@gmail.com

Lisa Maroney

Violin, Viola, Piano, & Cello (to an intermediate level)
540-907-2387
joyousviola@gmail.com
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.

Molly Orr

Violin & Viola (beginner through advanced) Cello (beginner)
No masks or distancing required.
731-326-6055
mollyorrstringsfour@gmail.com
mollyorrstringsfour.com

I’m accepting students age 3 through Highschool. My studio has a background in Suzuki and classical solo and ensemble strings training. I am currently teaching from home in Gladys, VA, and potentially soon in Lynchburg proper.

Kay Rooney

Violin and Viola

434-907-1365

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 Boston, Teatro Amazonas in Brazil, and the Kennedy Center in D.C. She has made several recordings with Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Odyssey Opera and Boston University's Marsh Chapel Collegium. 

Maddie Kirk

Violin and Viola

949-282-3229

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. 

Kevin & Bryan Matheson

Violin & Viola - teaching online and in-person (Roanoke)
Kevin - 540-577-4916 | Bryan - 540-526-7547
kevin-matheson@hotmail.com | 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.

Dean Smith

Violin, Viola, Guitar, Bass, Resonator, Banjo (Scrudds & Claw Hammer), & Mountain Dulcimer - teaching in Rocky Mount & Collinsville area
540-420-4411
dean@deansmithmusic.com

Patrick Keese

Violin - Teaching in the Charlottesville area
434.218.0362
patricksviolin@gmail.com

Eric Hollandsworth

Cello & Bass
540-521-2832
eric@emh2.net
www.erichollandsworth.com

Andrew Gabbert

Cello
434-823-7652
info@terravoce.com
www.TerraVoce.com 

Teresa Angell

Cello - teaching at Violins and More
434-386-1776
tcrist.angell@gmail.com

Ed Mikenas

Bass
434-386-2222
emikenas@msn.com

David Feldman

Cello
434-582-7708
dfeldman@liberty.edu

Elise Solomon

Cello
434-420-0189
elisedsolomon@yahoo.com

Lauren Hubley

Cello, Violin, Piano
252-725-9704
ldymmel@gmail.com

Lauren has worked with students of all ages and various levels of experience in both North Carolina and Virginia. She sees these lessons as a partnership, as she strives to teach in a way that resonates with each student and caters to their specific needs.

A classically trained cellist, she has studied with Dr. Emanuel Gruber of East Carolina University and Professor David Feldman of Liberty University. She has ensemble experience in both chamber and orchestral settings and loves to play duets with her students. She uses Suzuki books as well as other supplemental material. She is patient, enthusiastic, and a true lover of learning. She firmly believes that music benefits any individual at any age, and it’s never too late!

Kellan Mozzone

Cello, piano, & flute
610-350-1780

Kellan is a cellist, pianist, and flutist from the Philadelphia area. Although her greatest passion is cello, she loves to teach and perform on piano and flute as well. She is currently pursuing her B.M. in Cello performance from Liberty University with minors in Piano and Flute Performance. She is highly involved in the ensembles at Liberty, including the Symphony Orchestra, Flute Ensemble, Marching Band, and numerous string chamber ensembles.

Additionally, Kellan plays with the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra and the Danville Symphony Orchestra. She performs at weddings and churches in the Lynchburg area, accompanies students at Liberty, and teaches private lessons. Kellan is very passionate about teaching young musicians so they gain an appreciation for music and find joy in playing their instrument!