Bethany has been studying classical violin for 20 years and has earned both her bachelors and masters degrees in violin performance. She is a sought after freelancer in the metro-Detroit area and a passionate educator of approximately 30 violin students, both the young and young at heart. Bethany's freelance work is primarily in the orchestral scene (Dearborn Symphony and Michigan Philharmonic), but she enjoys performing with colleagues in smaller settings (i.e. duet, quartet, etc.). Though classical music is her focus, Bethany has collaborated with artists across many musical genres. In 2011, she traveled to Torino, Italy's Guiseppe Verdi Music Conservatory to perform Irish-inspired jazz music alongside Detroit Jazz Saxophonist and Flutist, Chris Collins and the conservatory students. She has dabbled in bluegrass violin, and considers it her "first love" musically speaking. Together these characteristics create a violinist who is comfortable in both traditional and non-traditional settings. She is undoubtedly a great addition to your wedding, special occasion, or other musical event. Or, if you are currently looking for a violin instructor, Bethany is accepting new students and would be happy to answer any questions you might have.