Our Violin and Viola Teachers
Lauren Huen
In her role as a violin teacher at Inspire Music Academy, Lauren is committed to fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment that encourages growth and creativity. With a holistic approach to teaching, she emphasizes the importance of both physical and mental well-being, incorporating warm-up routines and intentional practice techniques into her lessons. Additionally, Lauren believes in cultivating well-rounded musicians by exposing her students to a variety of musical genres and opportunities for ensemble playing. Above all, her goal is to instill a sense of joy and confidence in her students, ensuring that they not only excel in their musical endeavors but also find fulfillment and pride in their accomplishments as violinists.
Lauren Huen is a passionate violinist hailing from the vibrant Bay Area, where she has immersed herself in music for over 13 years. Her musical journey has taken her across the United States and Japan, performing in a diverse array of ensembles, from classical string quartets to experimental heavy metal orchestras. A graduate of the University of the Pacific, Lauren holds a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance and a Bachelor of Science in Health, Exercise, and Sports Science. Under the tutelage of esteemed mentors such as Nancy Mitchell, Ann Miller, Igor Veligan, and Jennifer Cho, she has developed a deep understanding of both the artistry and physicality of music.
Meghan Combs
With experience working with children through Girl Scouts, as well as experience training and mentoring coworkers in professional settings, Meghan is patient, organized, encouraging, and comfortable working with students of different ages and abilities. She enjoys creating a positive learning environment and helping students develop both their musical skills and confidence.
Her extensive ensemble experience has given her a deep appreciation for musicianship, teamwork, listening, rhythm, and the joy of making music with others. She looks forward to sharing her love of music with her students and helping them build a strong foundation for their own musical journey.
A dedicated and experienced string musician, Meghan brings more than a decade of instrumental experience and a strong background in ensemble performance to her teaching.
Meghan began playing viola in elementary school and continued throughout high school, developing 13 years of experience as a string musician. She has performed with a youth symphony, earning her place through an audition process, and also performed for a year with the Diablo Symphony Orchestra before attending college.
She graduated Cum Laude from Sacramento State University. Her academic background has strengthened her critical thinking, reading comprehension, organization, and communication skills—qualities she brings to her work with students.