Virginia Kramer

Virginia Kramer has been a member of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra since 1997. In addition to performing with the symphony she has also played with groups backing up such celebrities as Tony Bennett, Regis Philbin, Charlotte Church, and Andrea Boccelli. She has held various positions including the Advanced Violin and Chamber Music Department Head at Bethwood Suzuki School in Woodbridge, violin teacher in the Hartt School Suzuki Program, and the Hartwick College Summer Music Festival and Institute. Virginia has been teaching strings in Windsor Public Schools since 1998 and enjoys performing professionally on both violin and viola.

Teaching Philosophy

I believe every child can learn to play a musical instrument given the proper environment. Positive environmental factors include supportive, encouraging, motivating adults who teach by example. A student-centered approach to learning empowers each child with skills needed to function in today’s society. People of all ages who experience a positive exposure to music can develop a commitment to music which will last a lifetime.