"Lea is such a detail oriented player, creating thoughtful melodies and counter melodies that always serve the song. She has the ability to craft catchy violin lines and arrange lush, interlocking quartet parts. On top of being a pro that can lay down tracks with minimal takes, she's also just an absolute delight to be around. She's a hidden gem in the Seattle scene, so work with her before the secret's out!"

Jesse Gallaway

Producer & Engineer

Robert Lang Studios

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"Lea is diligent, curious, exacting, deeply musical, a wonderful colleague to her peers, and a nurturing yet firm mentor to her students. Her natural inclination to leadership, organizational skills, musical instincts, ear, and genuine enthusiasm for her craft give her all the makings of a first-rate music educator."

Dr. Ryan Dudenbostel

Director of Orchestral Studies

Western Washington University

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"Working with Lea was an absolute joy! She is a skilled violinist, and brought incredible depth to music I arranged for her. Beyond her performance, Lea was extremely collaborative, creative, and open to experimentation in the studio. Hiring session musicians sometimes feels like checking a box, but with Lea it was truly dynamic and fun!"

Mike Laukner Thomas

Songwriter & Composer

Tacoma, WA

 

“It was immediately clear during our first rehearsal together that Lea was musically engaged on a significantly higher level than virtually anyone else in the orchestra. Over the past several years, I’ve been pleased to mentor her as she continues her musical journey. Through all our interactions, she has proven herself to be inquisitive, open to constructive criticism, and eager to learn, grow, and improve. She no doubt has a very promising future ahead of her!”

Dr. Brett Mitchell

Music Director

Pasadena Symphony

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“Lea is a fantastic collaborator and a great musician! She provides an assured and reliable presence in the orchestra. Lea’s attentiveness makes the orchestra pit feel like a chamber music recital. She is always tuned in and listening. I look forward to working with her again!”

Dr. James Brown

Director of Opera Studies

Pacific Lutheran University

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"I have seen Lea's musicianship as a violinist to be stellar. She has already developed a strong reputation in the Pacific Northwest music community. Her musical intuitiveness while directing student ensembles is both appropriate and mature. Lea’s conducting is very clear and easy to follow. In front of any ensemble, the students have taken to her almost immediately. They love working with her and I can see that this will most likely translate well with any groups she directs in the future."

Christine Gero

Orchestra Teacher

Roosevelt High School​​​

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“I love having Lea as a violin tutor. She teaches in a positive and engaging way. We always have a fun time with a lot of laughter, but I also learn a lot every lesson. She is very patient with me and I can tell my violin skills are steadily improving. She is a great teacher and friend, and I would recommend her to anyone who wants to become a great violinist.”

I.S.

Former Student

Bellevue, WA

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