VIOLIN LESSONS IN BOISE ID

EXPERIENCE ・ LOCATION

For more than 30 years Jonelle has taught and encouraged musicians through her private violin studio, Sequoia Strings, located at Telford and Sons Violins in Boise ID.

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TEACHING STYLE

Jonelle uses an individualized approach to support students of all ages, encouraging each student to trust their talent and create their own musical path.

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STUDENT GROWTH

Her students grow in different ways - from appreciating music to serious study - and are encouraged to become a lifelong participant in the arts.

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PEDAGOGY

Her teaching is grounded in child development and technical foundations including ear training, sight reading, bowing technique, and collaborative duet playing.

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​​​AWARDS & BACKGROUND 

• Rotary Distinguished Educator 

  • ​For Exceptional Teaching and Inspirational Guidance​​

• Up With People Alumna

  • Music Performance and Global Studies

• Boise State University Alumna

  • Bachelor of Music Education​ and General Studies

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HIGHLIGHTS 

• Operatic & Symphonic:

  • Opera Idaho, Oregon East Symphony​

• Chamber & Early Music:

  • Boise Baroque

• Commercial Productions:

  • Josh Groban, Moody Blues​

• Regional Festivals:

  • McCall MusicFest​

• Weddings and Special Events:

  • Sequoia String Quartet (of Boise)

• Annual Community Events:

  • Boise Music Week, Hymns of Thanksgiving​​

• Community Orchestras

  • McCall Chamber Orchestra

• Church & Music Ministry​

  • Cathedral of the Rockies

• Major Venues

  • Sydney Opera House, Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall​​​​​​

• Leadership:

  • Personnel Manager, Program Director, Principal Second​

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