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Our Instructors

Our instructors are passionate musicians dedicated to nurturing every student’s growth. With a blend of expertise, patience, and a love for teaching, they create a supportive and inspiring learning environment for musicians of all levels.

Teaching Opportunities

Are you an experienced musician with a passion for teaching? We’d love to hear from you! If you’re interested in joining our team at Nissa’s String Academy, reach out to us to explore current opportunities.

Director/Instructor

Violin, Voila, Fiddle, Guitar, Mandolin

Nissa Arrey

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Instructor

Violin, Fiddle, Viola

Cari-Lynn Wenstrand

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Instructor

Violin, Fiddle, Viola

Julie Ralston

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Instructor

Cello

Trevor Petersen

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Instructor

Cello

Leah Waldvogel

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Instructor

Piano

Dr. Jeremy Duck

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Instructor

Cello

Connor Peterson

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Instructor

Guitar, Fiddle, Violin, and Mandolin

Jason Shaw

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