Classical Violin Instructor, Department of Classical Music Performance
Renowned Violinist
Scholarship Recipient at Manhattan School of Music
Japanese Ensemble Musician
From a young age, Miyaka has practiced the violin and studied music at several prestigious institutions, earning music scholarships and the Whittker award. Ms. Miyaka Suzuki is a graduate of:
- Mannes College
- Manhattan School of Music
- Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music
Additionally, she has studied under several renowned music performers, including:
- Glenn Dicterow
- Sheryl Staples
- Yoko Takebe, among others.
Principal Musician in Overseas Ensembles
Miyaka’s stunning performances have garnered recognition from various overseas ensembles, leading to invitations to serve as the principal violinist. Her notable positions include:
- Principal Violinist of the Tokyo Meros Chamber Orchestra
- Principal Violinist of the Ash Lawn Opera in West Virginia, USA
- Violinist with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra
- Violinist with the Long Island Symphony Orchestra
- Violinist with the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, etc.
Miyaka has also performed with her ensembles at various prestigious events, including:
- Holstein Musik Festival
- Sarasota Music Festival
- Baroque Chamber Players, etc.
Supportive and Thoughtful Teaching
In addition to being a member of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, Miyaka is committed to educating and promoting the violin. With over 20 years of performance experience, she has built a thorough teaching philosophy, which she actively promotes. Miyaka leads informative talks and personal demonstrations of playing techniques, allowing students to grasp concepts more concretely and absorb knowledge more quickly as they perfect their skills.
