Elise Winters, Violin
Elise Winters is a published author and has trained teachers across the North America and Great Britain. She has been teaching for more than two decades and her students have gone on to positions in major orchestras in the United States.
“You are more than a violin teacher to us. Watching you guide students and parents in music, learning, and performances, I am learning with a joyful heart from you every time.”
Flora Nevarez, Violin
A native of Edmonds, Washington, Flora Nevarez has performed in the United States and Europe as an orchestral, chamber, and recording musician. She holds a graduate degree from Indiana University Jacobs School of Music.
“I appreciate her thoughtful approach to feedback and her use of positive wording. She combines an outstanding technical knowledge of all things violin with an excellent understanding of early childhood development and learning. Our children greatly benefited from her enthusiasm and interest in continual growth and development.”
Brandie Fischkes, Violin
Brandie Fischkes has been teaching violin for 25 years within the Suzuki Method, including as co-director of Suzuki Music Program of Los Angeles for 8 years. She has been trained in Suzuki Books 1-6, studying with renowned teacher trainers including Michelle Higa George, Susan Kempter, Nancy Lokken, Alice Joy Lewis, Carrie Reuning, Terri Einfeldt and Bill Star.
“Brandie is a calm and joyful presence in the lesson. She connects easily with children of all ages. Our children love working with her!”
Emily Rolka, Violin
Born and raised in Michigan, Emily Rolka received a Bachelor of Music degree in violin performance from the University of Michigan and Doctoral of Musical Arts from the University of Minnesota, with long-term Suzuki teacher training for Books 1-10.
“Emily is amazing and really connects with our child and fosters the love of violin with developing at their pace.”