“I have known her since 1998. She always has been a very hard worker and committed to her playing and also to teaching. Her vast interests in developing not only solo repertoire, but also in chamber music and orchestra studies gave me a great impression. Her playing always shows her great intelligence, profound understanding of different styles, stable technique, and a very refined musicality.”
—Eriko Tsuchihashi, Associate Concertmaster of Teatro la Scala, Milan, Italy
“Teacher Amanda approaches her teaching with great care and dedication. She provides thoughtful, detailed guidance on both technical skills and musical expression. She often spends extra time on her students in preparation for a performance or competition at no extra cost. Though strict in her standards, she is patient, supportive and deeply caring.”
—Light-Liang Cheng, Guitarist of Fool and Idiot Band
“Amanda is a skilled and musical violinist. Under her patient and professional guidance, my violin technique improved significantly. In addition, she helped me develop a deeper understanding of musical interpretation. As an open-minded teacher, she encourages me to explore my own musical ideas, while always providing clear guidance when needed. Beyond her teaching, Amanda has been a mentor in my life. When I felt undecided about my musical path, she was like a lighthouse, guiding me forward with clarity and warmth. I am grateful for her support. Amanda is one of the most inspiring teachers in both my musical education and my life.”
—Joyce Shih-Ying Chou, DMA graduate student at Texas Tech University
“I have known the violinist Amanda Lin for many years. First in the USA and then she was my student in Graz Art University. Amanda is a high-level performer-she plays beautifully with high technical ability. I also listened to some of her students (in Salzburg Summer Academy)-I was deeply impressed by her pedagogical work.”
—Prof. Yair Kless, Prof. Emeritus-Tel Aviv University/Graz Art University, International Chair-Royal Northern College of Music
“I’m currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Violin Performance at Columbus State University and was a student of Amanda for seven years. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and mentorship. Amanda is exceptionally patient and always encourages her students with a positive and supportive attitude. Before studying with her, I often felt overwhelmed by pressure and comparisons with peers, which caused me to lose my passion for music. Under her teaching, not only did I continue to make strong progress, but I also rediscovered the true joy of making music. I feel incredibly fortunate to have met her on my musical journey. Amanda has been a truly influential mentor in my life.”
—Addison Chen-Wei Han, MM graduate student at Columbus State University
“Hi! I’m Alex, and I’m currently studying for a master’s in music management in the UK. I graduated from Berklee College of Music, where I majored in violin and music production. In 2019, I was really lucky to start learning violin with Amanda. I’ve studied with a lot of teachers over the years, but the amount of care and attention Amanda gives her students is honestly rare in this industry. She puts a huge emphasis on solid fundamentals and always takes things step by step. She makes sure every piece is practiced properly-fully polished, fully grounded-and she even demonstrates everything herself. What’s even more special is that in her studio, you never feel pressured to compare yourself with others. In the end, it’s all about becoming a better version of yourself, and you can genuinely see your own progress over time. She’s always encouraged her students and grown alongside us, and because of her, my passion for music hasn’t faded at all-it’s only grown stronger. Over the years, I’ve had endless gratitude for her. The help she’s given me goes far beyond violin lessons-it’s also in so many parts of my everyday life. You can truly feel how kind, thoughtful, and sincere she is. Meeting Amanda has been a real blessing in my life.”
—Alex Chen, BM in violin and music production graduate of Berklee College of Music
“Amanda is not only a fantastic violin teacher, but a truly inspiring mentor. Both of my children take lessons from her, and I am constantly amazed by how deeply she cares about them, not just as musicians, but as individuals. She creates a positive, encouraging environment where my kids feel supported, motivated, and excited to learn. Amanda is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, yet she has a wonderful ability to tailor her teaching to each child’s unique needs, personality, and learning style. I’ve seen tremendous growth not only in their playing, but in their confidence and love for music. We feel incredibly fortunate to have found her, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.”
—Megan Welch, mother of Lucy from American Fork Junior High School and Bennet from Barratt Elementary School, Utah
“Amanda Lin studied with me while attending the Cate School in Santa Barbara, CA. She was always a joy to work with…focused, talented, prepared and eager to learn. She participated in many local competitions and concerts. She auditioned and was accepted by Miss Sally O’Reilly at the University of Minnesota, earning her high school and college diplomas concurrently. Amanda is a beautiful musician and an amazing person. I highly recommend her to any playing and teaching opportunity!!!!!!”
—Scott Wagner, Violin/Viola of Curtis Institute ’87