Founding Members
Samantha Stewart, ViolinSamantha 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.
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Nicole Taylor, ViolaNicole 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!
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Julie Allevato, ViolinJulie 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!
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