About Emily

Hello! I'm so excited for your interest in music!

I've been playing music for 20 years and teaching violin for over 10 years. Throughout this time, I have performed in several orchestras, quartets, and duets, played in Disney World, toured Europe, played on PBS, received scholarships, made a living with music, performed for large (3,000+) crowds and small (my grandma) crowds, and met hundreds, if not thousands, of friends, all with the gift of music!

I believe music is an extraordinary way to have fun, learn about yourself, gain confidence, express yourself, perfect the art of building a skill, and connect with others. Music has been such a great part of my life and I support anyone wanting music to bring more meaning and connection to their life.
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Whether you're looking to prepare for that audition for the orchestra you want to get into, or you've just always wanted to learn violin and play your favorite songs, my goal is to help show you how to accel at playing the violin while having fun.

Notable ensembles and performances:

• Violinist of Hot Lunch, playing frequently in the Fargo area.
• PBS broadcast of Christmas at Concordia: Journey to Bethlehem 2010
• Concordia College Orchestra European Tour in Italy, Austria, and Hungary 2009
• Concordia College Music Scholarship 2008
• Co-Concertmaster of Fargo-Moorhead Youth Symphony 2007-2008
• Concertmaster of Moorhead Senior High's top ensemble, Chamber Orchestra 2007-2008
• Concertmaster of Apollo Strings 2007-2008
• Minnesota All State Orchestra 2006/2007, 2007/2008  
• Disney Honors Festival in Orlando, Florida 2007
• Minnesota Middle Level Honors Orchestra 2004-2005
• Midwest Clinic in Chicago, Illinois 2001

Testimonials

"Emily is fantastic with our son! Her even-keel personality and ability to motivate him make her a great teacher."
Andrea M., Fargo, ND

"As the parent, Emily has been understanding and flexible and my daughter continues to enjoy them and be motivated."
Hope Y., West Fargo, ND

"I appreciate the different style of learning I get there. It really helps a lot in opening my views on practice."
-Kelly K., Williston, ND

"Very easy to learn from. Friendly. Personable. Easy-going."
Jennifer D., Fargo, ND