Mary Grace Johnson, Assistant Professor of Violin
Welcome to WVU Violins!
The violin studio at WVU welcomes violinists from all backgrounds to a warm and inclusive environment where we encourage and challenge each other to grow as musicians and individuals. Whether your goal is to play in a professional orchestra, teach strings in public schools, or become a music therapist, we will work together so you can achieve your dreams.
Degrees at WVU where you can study violin:
- Music Performance
- Music Education
- Music Industry
- Music and Health
- Music Therapy
- Music Minor
- Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
- Master of Music
- Doctor of Musical Arts
- Artist Diploma
Violin Studio Activities Include:
- Weekly Studio Class
- Studio Recitals (check out our studio recital, Violin in the 21st Century)
- Studio Projects (repertoire exploration, technique, community engagement etc)
- Masterclasses with International Guest Artists
- Student, Faculty and Guest Artist Recitals
- Trips to see World-Class Performing Artists and Ensembles
- Studio Social Outings!
Important Links:
- Website for current students: marygracejohnson.com “Current Students”
- YouTube Music Playlists
- WVU Music Student Resources Page
- Graduate Assistantship (open to MM and DMA applicants for fall 2024)
Interested in auditioning to be a violin major at West Virginia University?
Auditions are required. Learn more about our audition dates. Please contact Mary Grace Johnson directly to arrange a sample lesson during your visit to WVU.
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Contact
- marygrace.johnson@mail.wvu.edu
- Assistant Professor of Violin
- West Virginia University
- marygracejohnson.com