Mia Nardi-Huffman

Hi! I am New York City-based violinist Mia Rose Nardi-Huffman- recognized as a versatile and dynamic performer of music ranging from Beethoven to Black Sabbath. I have had the pleasure of performing across North America and Europe, in venues that include Carnegie Hall, The SF JAZZ Center, Herbst Theatre, The Los Angeles Orpheum, and Shoreline Amphitheatre. I am the founder and first violinist of the ASTRAEUS Chamber Collective, a member of the heavy rock band Spirit Mother, and concertmaster of the Emo Orchestra, a nationally touring rock orchestra.

As a teacher, I bring with me over 13 years of experience working with violinists ranging from young beginners to advanced, conservatory-level musicians. I am passionate about pedagogy, and foster a fun, productive, and confidence-building lesson environment that is tailored to each students’ individual learning style and goals. I have created my own personalized curriculum from violin schools including the Suzuki Method and Mimi Zweig, as well as that of my late mentor, the renowned violin pedagogue Shirley Givens. I teach out of my home studio in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, as well as through Zoom to students worldwide.

I earned both my BM (2014) and MM (2016) from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, studying under Bettina Mussumeli, where I was concertmaster of the Conservatory Orchestra and the recipient of the Sergei Barsukov Violin Scholarship.

Testimonials:
“Mia has all the warm and friendly characteristics you would hope for in a teacher of young children, as well as all the technical skill you look for in a professional. In our time with her we found her to be unfailingly lovely - an absolute gem of a teacher. If you are looking for a wonderful, friendly teacher for your child - look no further! She is fabulous.” - Victoria C.

“Mia is an incredible violin teacher! She is warm, lovely and her skill with the violin is amazing. I love her approach to music. Not only does she have amazing technique but she instills a love of music and taught our daughter the importance of the story of music, of each piece as a way to convey the unique personality of each musician. Our daughter has been studying with her for some time now and we couldn't be more happy. If you are looking for a teacher with amazing skill, technique and a warm heart. Look no further. Mia is the real deal! Highly recommended.” - Elle S.

Ms. Mia was my son's violin teacher when she was in California. She is kind, friendly and very patient with my son. She is a gifted violinist but also highly skilled at teaching. She taught him many techniques as he advanced his level. She made the lessons fun and challenging. He loved and enjoyed playing all concerto pieces she selected for him to practice. As a parent, she was super approachable and pleasant to talk to. My son and I truly miss her. I highly recommend her to all levels of students.- Keiko S.