Tina Zhao

Tina Zhao is a Lecturer at the Butler School of Music, University of Texas at Austin, specializing in violin instruction. She has studied violin since the age of nine and served as concertmistress of her high school orchestras, demonstrating deep engagement with music performance and education.

Her professional affiliations include roles in the String Project at UT, where she contributes to violin pedagogy. Contact her at zhaotina417@gmail.com or via the MRH 2.634 campus location.

Research interests and teaching areas focus on violin performance, string instrument education, and orchestral training methodologies. As a current student at the Butler School of Music under Daniel Ching’s mentorship, she continues to develop her expertise in music while teaching and performing nationally.