Violin and Viola Lessons
Biography
Alanah is a Gaithersburg-based violist and passionate educator. She received her certification in Suzuki Violin Books 1 and 2 from Ronda Cole and David Strom at the Greater Washington Suzuki Institute. Alanah is a proud graduate of the University of Maryland, where she received a bachelor's degree in Viola Performance under the instruction of Katherine Murdock. Prior to her time at UMD, she was a student at the Baltimore School for the Arts and the Peabody Preparatory where she studied with members of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. She has furthered her leadership skills at Apple Hill Center for Chamber Music where she has been a counselor worker since 2018. Alanah’s orchestral skills were refined at the Interlochen Center for the Arts and Eastern Music Festival. Alanah’s primary teachers include Katherine Murdock, Karin Brown, and Susan Dapkunas.
Alanah aims to inspire and support her Viola and Violin, students on their unique musical journeys. With a supportive student-centered approach, Alanah encourages students to think outside the box and learn all types of music while simultaneously developing solid technique and a beautiful tone. She enjoys arranging popular music for violin and viola so that students can learn to play their favorite songs and stay engaged in lessons. With over five years of teaching experience, Alanah enjoys teaching students of all ages, levels, and backgrounds. No two students are the same and Alanah aims to tailor lessons to each individual student to fit their unique goals and motivations.
Mission
I aim to do whatever I can to make the world a better place through music education. I hope that I can find as many ways as possible to continually better myself as a performer, teacher, and human. I am a life long learner and I aim to share my love of learning and music with others.
Teaching
I am passionate about teaching violin and viola to students of all ages. Click below for more information.
Performing
I love performing chamber music, orchestra, opera, and solo viola music. I have experience in classical, baroque, romantic, contemporary, and popular music.
Contact
Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Email
alanah410@gmail.com