Christine Showalter, Violinist

La Meri once said that mastering technique only serves to ensure that the body does not impede the expression of the soul. As someone who has played the violin for 20 years, I find great joy in passing on my knowledge and experience to my students. I am here to support you in achieving your objectives, whether you want to learn a new skill for fun or work diligently towards a performance or audition. Creating a secure and engaging learning environment to enable my students to thrive is of utmost importance to me. I would be thrilled to teach you or your child!

Distinctive qualities:
~I have obtained degrees from renowned music institutions and have worked with violin teachers regarded as some of the best in the nation. I hold dual master’s degrees in violin performance and chamber music from the University of Michigan under Danielle Belen, a former teaching assistant to Robert Lipsett and recipient of the 2008 Sphinx Competition. I also earned my bachelor’s degree in violin performance from Oberlin Conservatory under David Bowlin, a founding member of the International Contemporary Ensemble and winner of the 2003 Washington International Competition.
~Although my background is classical, I possess the ability to perform other genres such as pop music.
~My teaching approach is holistic and well-rounded as I have studied topics such as brain science and learning, physical wellness for musicians, string pedagogy (including the Suzuki approach), Baroque violin, and fiddle music and improvisation.
~I encourage my students to submit recordings between lessons at no additional cost to maintain their motivation and drive.

I am available to teach you online from anywhere in the world. If you live in the Washington DC area, I am happy to teach you in person! I am situated in Logan Circle (postcode 20005), or I may be able to travel to your place for an extra fee.

I look forward to hearing from you!