Reiko Nakano

With a passion for teaching and years of experience, Reiko Nakano delights in helping her students grow as violinists. She believes that each student is unique and tailors her teaching style accordingly. Reiko believes that each student is an artist. She strives to offer innovative and inspiring experiences that connect students with their passion for all music and encourages them to create and perform styles of music that they really, really enjoy playing. Reiko Nakano received her Bachelor of Music Degree from Berklee College of Music. Though she is as accomplished violinist in the classical music, her study at Berklee was in the field of Jazz and world music. In her study, she successfully proved her exceptional soloist talent in many areas of music performance and production. Reiko has been involved in a multitude of performances while still a student. She has worked with numerous artists including Elton John, John Williams, Steven Tyler, P. Diddy, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Snoop Dogg, Ariana Grande, Nikki Minaj, Michael Brecker, Kanye West, T. Pain, Lee Ritenour, Dave Grusin, Charlie Haden, Kenny Barron, Dianna Reeves, Gary Burton, Donna McElroy, Richard Evans, Oliver Heldens, among many others.