Stringed Instrument Instructors

Tim Staron is instructor of Violin & Viola and Director of the Chamber String Ensemble at Hiram College. Other teaching includes Cleveland State University, Solon Center for the Arts, and Kent City Schools. Mr. Staron's performance experience spans four decades and includes The Cleveland Chamber Symphony, Trinity Cathedral Orchestra, and the Ohio Ballet Orchestra. Area orchestras include Akron, Canton, and Youngstown Symphonies. He is a graduate of Kent State University where he received his Master of Music in violin performance. Tim has been a member of the teaching staff at Woodsy's Music for many years. He enjoys teaching students of all levels from beginner through advanced players..

Claire Laux is a second year instrumental performance major at Kent State University, studying violin with Dr.Eunho Kim. She plays with the Kent State University Orchestra and is involved with various chamber ensembles, including a piano trio and multiple string quartets. Her performance experience includes numerous youth orchestras, local pit orchestras, and international festivals, among others. Claire has been playing the violin for fourteen years and previously studied under Dr.Hristo Popov. She looks forward to sharing her love and dedication to the instrument with students, and helping them find their own passion for the world of music.