UofL String Preparatory Center

09/12/2026

University of Louisville Viola Workshop 2026
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Dr. Kevin Nordstrom | Viola Professor, UofL
Guest Artist: Mark Reis | Dayton Philharmonic, viola

Student violists from several different states gathered to put together a viola ensemble performance, as well as participate in technique classes to hone their skills and learn about audition preparation.

A huge thank you to the students, teachers, UofL students and alumni, and pianist Adrienne Fontenot Adrienne Fontenot for putting together this spectacular event!

09/09/2026

University of Louisville School of Music
UofL Bass Day 2026
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Featuring guest Artist Robin Kesselman, UofL Bass Day is an all-day intensive, hands-on workshop for double bassists, beginning through professional levels.

Register today with the QR Code, or the link in our bio!

08/26/2026

UofL SPC is happy to offer virtual Suzuki Teacher Training courses to not only our UofL string students, but to anyone interested in getting their Suzuki Certification.

Online Violin Teacher Training with Kirsten Marshall is underway! Register with the link in our bio, or by visiting the UofL School of Music Website.

08/23/2026

Music ex Series 2026-2027 is underway!!!

MUSIC EX SERIES:
September 17th, 2026 at 7:30pm
Featuring Paul York and Soojin Kim
Comstock Concert Hall

Tickets on sale now on the UofL School of Music Website. All sales go directly toward scholarships for UofL String Students

08/10/2026

University of Louisville viola professor Dr. Kevin Nordstrom invites you to our annual Fall Viola Workshop, September 12, 2026 from 10am-4:30pm at the UofL School of Music. The workshop includes a faculty recital, technique classes, viola ensemble, and final concert.

Register today with the link in our bio!

Please email Dr. Nordstrom with any questions at: [email protected] or Nate Roberts, String Preparatory Center Administrative Assistant at [email protected]

06/26/2026

The summer outreach of the University of Louisville String Preparatory Center continues! Here are some scenes from the Double Bass Precollegiate Outreach Recital from last Saturday.

This program was hosted by U of L double bass professor, Sidney King, and featured middle and high school bassists from throughout the region. We are grateful to Adrienne Fontenot for her fine work collaborating with these fine young artists!

06/24/2026

UofL Suzuki Institute 2026-
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What a fantastic week. We had an absolute pleasure hosting students and faculty from around the country at the event. A HUGE thank you to the students, parents, faculty, administrators, and our sponsors that came together and made this week special. We hope to see you next year!

UofL Suzuki Institute 2027 dates- June 13th-18th

06/24/2026

UofL Suzuki Institute- Final Concert

06/23/2026

06/20/2026

Cello Summit Day 5-

Technique Class with Paul York
Cello Choir Performance directed by Michele Barbosa