Founding Members

Samantha Stewart, Violin

Samantha studied music performance and music education at the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music in Cincinnati, Ohio. Along with performing in the Sienna String Quartet, she is currently an orchestra director for the Austin Independent School District. Samantha resides in Austin, TX with her three dogs Reilly, Charlie & Ruby.

Nicole Taylor, Viola

Nicole studied at the University of Kansas, and the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery. After living in Austin for 5 years, Nicole moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico where she is currently raising her two beautiful children, Ian and Ada. Nicole is currently a member of the local community orchestra and works as a luthier, restoring old guitars!

Julie Allevato, Violin

Julie studied music education at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX. Julie has worked for the Austin Independent School District  & Katy ISD as an orchestra director and currently teaches private group classes in Eagle Pass, TX. She is currently training for running races and ran her first marathon in January, 2025!

Current Performing Members

Jeni Bereck, Cello

Emily Thiele, Cello

Adrienne Banks, Cello

Aili Kangasniemi, Cello

Beth Ringle, Cello

Erika Money, Cello

Terri Freeland, Cello

Jennifer Hwo, Cello

Rachel, Garner, Cello

Amy Harris, Violin

Natalie Tobita, Violin

Rebecca Lester, Viola

Sarah Uy, Violin

Kayla Green, Violin

Janice Ahn, Violin

Karli Leal, Viola

Mariama Alcantra, Violin

Yvonne Ma, Violin

Camryn Cox, Violin

Jennifer McKeeman, Viola

Alexis Buffum, Violin

Shelby Dems, Violin

Allison Sargent, Violin

Reese Chen, Viola

San Antonio Performing Members

**Austin members may also be performing in San Antonio. 

Lani Gil, Violin

Erin Rushforth, Violin

Julie Post, Violin

Lois Macomber, Viola

Angela Caporale, Violin

Tiana Moritz, Viola

Heather Gonzalez, Violin

Christina Trongone, Cello

Other Instruments