Meet the string Staff

Eric graduated from Rutgers University: Mason Gross School of Arts with a degree in Viola Performance. He studied under Lark Quartet Violist, Kathryn Lockwood and Philadelphia Orchestra principal Violist C.J Chang. Has been studying music since the age of 5, starting with Violin and then Piano at the age of 7, and switching to Viola prior to college. Eric has extensive experience with NJ Regional and All-State auditions, and has attended the International Chamber Music Course Festival in China and Italy. Eric has several years of experience teaching music using an adaptive and holistic approach. He has also had success teaching students with physical and mental disabilities using violin and piano as a source of physical therapy. He also has experience preparing students for advanced orchestra auditions and chamber group auditions in public schools. Having been engrossed in music for over two decades, he is always eager to share his experiences.

Jackson is a current student studying cello performance and music technology at the Mason Gross School of Music at Rutgers University. Jackson is a NJ native and grew up heavily involved in music in high school, participating in both his school's choir and orchestra programs. 

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Jackson has a number of years of working with students of all ages and enjoys having the opportunity to help his students connect with music in a way that is relatable to them. He feels that music lessons should be a safe place for supportive exploration and imaginative curiosity. His students love Jackson's attention to detail in their lessons and that he works with them to achieve their personal musical goals.