Erica’s Bio

Erica Brewer holds a masters degree in violin performance from the University of Washington. She began her studies at the age of 8, and studied with Rochelle Walton, a former assistant to Ivan Galamian.  During high school she was selected to play in the California All-State Honor Orchestra for 4 years, and also performed in the 1998 National High School Honor Orchestra.  While attending the University of Puget Sound she studied with Edward Seferian, earning a bachelor's degree in violin performance.  Erica also spent 6 months in Vienna studying with Rene Staar, a violinist in the Vienna Philharmonic. Erica is currently concertmaster of the Lake Union Civic Orchestra and a member of the Bella Trio. She also plays with the Tacoma Symphony and the Bellevue Philharmonic.  She teaches music in the Shoreline and Seattle School Districts and maintains a private studio. Also, Erica has recorded with a variety of local rock bands, including Sky Cries Mary, Sarah Shannon, and the Wakefields.