Hi, I'm Dr. Zhu, a professional violinist with small hands. I earned my Doctoral degree in Violin Performance from Michigan State University, where I studied under Dmitri Berlinsky, the youngest winner of the Paganini Competition. I am currently the Assistant Concertmaster of the Jackson Symphony Orchestra, and I have served as Concertmaster at every institution I have attended. These personalized 1-on-1 violin lessons are designed to help your children strengthen their orchestra playing skills, improve musical confidence, and stand out in auditions, competitions, and performances. I specialize in helping intermediate students become more confident, refined, and expressive musicians through detailed and supportive coaching. Here are some of my students achievements: Recent Student Achievements • Jasmine Ng — First Prize (Division I), Illinois Grade School Music Association (IGSMA) District Competition (Feb. 2026) • Harry Shen — Won Concertmaster Position, Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestras (YPO) (Nov. 2025) • I helped also lots of students got into Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony (DMYS) My goal is not only to help students play better, but to help them grow into thoughtful, confident musicians who can truly stand out in orchestra and performance settings. I will share my personal orchestra playing experience, especially giving tips if they have small hands (there will be lots of struggles, and they do need tips from someone who has small hands as well). If you're interested, start to book your first experience for your children, and enjoy this learning journey with me!

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Lessons focus on: • Orchestra audition preparation • Ensemble and section playing skills • Intonation, rhythm, and bow control (refine violin techniques) • Musical expression and leadership in orchestra settings