Violin Studio

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)