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Olga Kaminsky

Youth String Orchestras

Youth Orchestra Manager

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Teaching Philosophy

As a violinist and educator, music is a universal language with the power to connect, inspire, and transform lives. My teaching philosophy centers on accessibility, creativity, and compassion. I am committed to bringing high-quality music education to learners of all backgrounds, regardless of age, experience, or resources. I strive to create an inclusive and encouraging environment where every student feels valued and empowered to grow. Technique and musicality are taught hand in hand, fostering both discipline and expression. I adapt my approach to each student’s unique learning style, recognizing that every journey is different. My goal is not only to build strong violinists but also confident, curious individuals who find joy in the process of learning. I see teaching as a collaboration, where mutual respect and a shared love of music lead to meaningful and lasting growth, for the student and for me as a teacher.
 

Biography

Cincinnati-born violinist Olga Kaminsky recently graduated with her Bachelor of Musical Arts from the New England Conservatory of Music, where she studied under renowned violinist Nicholas Kitchen. She has performed in prestigious venues including Boston Symphony Hall, NEC’s Jordan Hall, Carnegie’s Weill Recital Hall, the Tel Aviv Conservatory, and the Florence Conservatory. Olga has participated in several summer festivals such as the Sarasota Music Festival, the Bowdoin International Music Festival, and the Academia Internazionale de Musique du Solsona, and has worked closely with world-class artists such as James Buswell, Ani Kavafian, Donald Weilerstein, Catherine Cho, the Borromeo Quartet, the Aviv Quartet, and Merry Peckham, among others. Her former teachers include Kelly Barr, Sergey Ostrovsky, Tamara Smirnova, and Lilia Muchnik.

A passionate advocate for music education, Olga was a Teaching Fellowship Recipient through NEC’s Community Performances and Partnerships Program and served as a Student Teaching Artist at the NEC Preparatory School. She teaches with the Boston Music Project, where she shares her deep commitment to accessible and inspiring music education.

Degrees

B.M., Violin Performance, New England Conservatory