Personal Attention
A smaller studio environment allows students to receive close guidance and consistent feedback.
Alex Malaimareviolinist - content creator - developer
Marshall University string studio
Study Violin & Viola at Marshall University
With Dr. Alex Malaimare — a supportive, performance-focused studio for serious young musicians, transfer students, graduate students, and international applicants.
Violin & Viola
Personal attention
International-friendly
Studio philosophy
A studio built around individual growth
Serious Musical Growth
Lessons focus on sound, technique, musical character, efficient practice, and long-term artistic development.
Supportive but Honest
Students are encouraged with warmth, but also challenged with clear, direct guidance.
Performance-Focused
Students build confidence through orchestra, chamber music, studio class, recitals, and other performance opportunities.
Who should reach out?
Serious, curious, and ready to grow.
You do not need to have everything figured out before starting the conversation.
High school violinists and violists preparing college auditions
Transfer students looking for a more supportive studio environment
Graduate applicants seeking focused musical growth
International students interested in studying music in the United States
Non-major or elective students who want to continue violin/viola while studying another field
Students considering music education, performance, or double-major paths
Life at Marshall
Music study in a personal university environment
Marshall offers room to grow artistically and personally: orchestra, chamber music, faculty mentorship, smaller-school accessibility, affordable living compared with many larger cities, and a welcoming community.
Campus
A personal university environment
Music Building
Faculty mentorship and daily access
Recital Hall
Space to prepare and share work
Practice Room
Focused time for individual growth
Orchestra Rehearsal
Ensemble and chamber music opportunities
Huntington
Affordable living and a welcoming community
Auditions
Auditions & next steps
Prospective violin and viola students should prepare audition repertoire that shows both technical ability and musical expression. Requirements may include scales, an etude, and two contrasting works. Students should always confirm the official requirements with the Marshall University School of Music.
Official requirements and application procedures are managed by Marshall University. This page is a personal studio introduction and contact point.
International students are welcome
If you are an international violin or viola student thinking about studying in the United States, you do not need to figure everything out alone. You can start by introducing yourself, sending a short performance video, and asking questions about the studio, auditions, and life at Marshall.
Students from Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, China, Colombia, Eastern Europe, the Philippines, and other international regions are welcome to begin the conversation early.
Contact
Start the conversation
Send a note, share a video link, or ask whether a Zoom consultation would be helpful before applying.
contact@alexmalaimare.comDr. Alex Malaimare
Violin & Viola | Marshall University
This personal studio page is for prospective student outreach. Official admissions, audition, scholarship, and visa information should be confirmed through Marshall University.