Providing acclaimed Suzuki education in Southwest Austin since 2006
Growing strong technique and a beautiful sound

Lessons

Offering instruction for all levels, ages 3 through adult. Studio members enjoy activities that build skill, artistry, and community, including:

  • Weekly private lessons (30, 45, or 60 minutes)
  • Holiday performance at the Capitol Rotunda and the Wimberly Trail of Lights
  • Multilevel Studio Class
  • Fall and spring recitals

Contact me for details, and to schedule a complimentary meet and greet.

About Me

A lifelong learner, I practice daily and take frequent advantage of classes and coaching

My family in Texas, Chicago, and New York includes four grown kids, two wonderful daughters-in-law, and my grandson. Miss Fox the chihuahua and my kitties Dolly Purrton and Fritz Kreisler share my home. I enjoy swimming, knitting, reading, concerts, and films.

I look forward to meeting you.

  • Ongoing mentorship with Dr. Pasha Sabouri, Pre-College head of strings education at San Francisco Conservatory
  • Cornell University, B.A. Anthropology 1980
  • Columbia University Teachers College, M.A. TESOL 1989
  • While at Cornell, studied viola at Ithaca College with Darrell Barnes and Jenny Hanson.
  • Every Child Can
  • Suzuki Books 1 - 8
  • Teaching Group Class
  • Practicum
  • Suzuki Enrichment Workshop, Teaching the Works of Fritz Kreisler with Brian Lewis
  • Mark O’Connor Method Training: Books 1-4 with Pamela Wiley
  • Texas Music Educators Association
  • American String Teachers Association
  • Suzuki Association of the Americas
  • Greater Austin Suzuki Association
  • Starlight Symphony Orchestra, Wimberly

Studio Staff

Photo of chihuahua with label 'Fox' Photo of orange and white cat with label 'Dolly Purrton' Photo of orange and white cat with label 'Fritz'

Testimonials

  • "We have appreciated Ms. Martens' ability to move our son through his Suzuki books. He was struggling with fatigue and burnout before, and has made much more progress with Ms Martens!"

    - Angelica

  • "Ms. Jeni is so patient with my girls that are younger. My oldest started when she was 5 and as soon as my youngest turned 5 she wanted to take lessons from Ms. Jeni! She makes it fun for them with games and takes the time to listen to them. She really cares about all her students!"

    - C

  • "Jeni has been a wonderful teacher for both of my beginner students. Her knowledge of music, expertise as a teacher, and gentle demeanor have made our introduction to the word of string instrument playing very enjoyable!"

    - Jennifer