YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Teacher. Concertmaster. Soloist.
Alice Hallstrom
The violin is my super power, joy, and gift.
From my first "Twinkle Twinkle" at age 2 to today, I'm thrilled by what's possible with four strings and a bow. A violin can laugh, cry, sing, scream, dance, and love. As a violinist, I can explore and express the full range of human emotions and experiences.
Musicians paint with sound - bringing life, movement, and energy to silent canvases. Fleeting notes of melodies, harmonies, and dissonance momentarily capture our attention while leaving lasting impressions on our souls.
As a violinist, I seek to translate, transform, and transcend the notes and make music that will melt the stars.
Education
- The Juilliard School | Master of Violin Performance
- SUNY at Purchase | Bachelor of Violin Performance
- Eastman School of Music | Preparatory Division
- Principal Teachers include Malcolm Lowe, Robert Mann, Laurie Smuckler, and Thomas Halpin, Anastasia Jempelis
Teaching Experience
- Star Violin Studio | 1995 - present
- Groton Hill Music Center | 2011 - 2013
- Groton School | 2010 - 2011
- Suzuki String Studio, Atlanta, GA | 2004 - 2006
Orchestral Experience
- Vista Philharmonic Orchestra | Concertmaster | 2011 - present
- Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra | Substitute | 2014 - 2020
- Portland Symphony Orchestra | Assistant Concertmaster | 2011 - 2015
- Northeastern Penn. Philharmonic | Assistant Concertmaster | 2006 - 2013
- Atlanta Symphony | Substitute | 2004 - 2006
Soloist with Orchestra
- Vista Philharmonic Orchestra | 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023
- Southwest Symphony | 2007, 2010
- Chamber Orchestra of Tennessee | 2006
- Juilliard Baroque Ensemble | 2003
- Purchase Symphony Orchestra | 2001
ENJOY SOME MUSIC!
Dance Espagnole by de Faller / Kriesler
Showpiece
Haydn's Lark Quartet
Chamber Music Excerpt
Bruch "Scottish Fantasy" 4th Mvt. Excerpt
Concerto Excerpt
Gavinies Etude #2 Allegro assai
Technical Study
I perform professionally in Boston and beyond. Ask me about professional engagements.
From My Scrapbook
Here's a fun photo from my past.
I'm the little girl. Do you recognize the giant behind me?
It's Itzhak Perlman, 16-time Grammy winner and violin virtuoso. This photo is from ~1985 when he was at the peak of his solo concert career.
At the time, my father worked as publicist for the Utah Symphony in Salt Lake City. When he heard Itzhak was coming to perform, my parents whisked me away to his rehearsal along with my tiny violin.
Afterwards, Mr. Perlman was generous enough to meet me and pose for this photo.
Thanks to all the parents who give phenomenal opportunities to their kids.
And thank you to all the musical giants who inspire and teach the next generation.