About Louisa

I was inspired to start playing music around the age of 4. I grew up listening to both my mother and grandmother play the piano, and I always sat next to them listening and watching closely. My mother taught me lessons for a while then I started taking private lessons at the age of 6. Although no one in my family played violin, I always knew it was an instrument I wanted to learn. As a child I, was fascinated by the vibrancy and beauty of it.

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I started my formal music education at Cornell College in Iowa where I studied Music Education. I later transferred to Northern Arizona University where I received a BA in Music. I also attended graduate school in Flagstaff where I studied Music History.

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I love seeing my students become confident in their abilities! I also enjoy teaching music to very young students, which is so important in enhancing skills needed for their primary education and social interaction, as well as developing coordination and motor skills. The feedback I most love to hear from a parent is that their child has improved in school since starting music lessons. A happy, confident student who enjoys their music lessons is always my goal

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My advice to all music students is to enjoy the whole musical experience as much as possible. Set goals for improvement but don’t be disappointed if you don’t get there as quickly as you intended. You will reach your musical goals much faster if you enjoy the process and keep practice stress-free. Also, don’t fear making mistakes! Not only does everyone make them but they are an important step in your musical journey.