William Fedkenheuer

William Fedkenheuer is a Professor of Practice in Violin and Chamber Music at The University of Texas at Austin, second violinist of the Miró Quartet, and a professional development coach. He specializes in empowering musicians and organizations through leadership strategies and career development.

Education: Bachelor of Music from Rice University.

Research/Practice Focus: Chamber Music performance, Violin pedagogy, Fiddling, Professional coaching for artists, and Arts industry consulting. His work emphasizes vision clarification, goal prioritization, and tools for sustainable success.

Awards:

• Lincoln Center's Martin E. Segal Award
• Canadian National Fiddle Champion

Teaching & Consulting: Offers courses in Applied Violin, Chamber Music, and Professional Development. Advises individuals, ensembles, and organizations on leadership, fundraising, and mission optimization. His toolkit resources address finance, relationships, productivity, health, and inspiration.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Miró Quartet and maintains a professional development studio.