Judy Hyman has a B.S. degree in music with a concentration in violin from the Indiana University School of Music and extensive teaching and performing experience. She is a founding member of the folk-rooted alt-rock band, The Horse Flies, with whom she has toured extensively in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and recorded 7 albums, including releases on MCA and Rounder Records. During the summers of 2000 and 2004, she toured in the band of pop singer Natalie Merchant. She has performed in orchestras and quartets, and continues to travel, perform, and record in a variety of bands. Critics have described her playing as 'haunting,' 'stirring,' 'powerful,' 'beautiful,' 'rousing' ... Judy also composes and has written music for film and tv.

Judy teaches both children and adults -- from beginners to experienced players -- fiddle music or classical music. In addition to building repertoire, she focuses on physical technique, which is at the core of skilled, comfortable playing. With all students she incorporates theory and ear training.

With children she combines the Suzuki repertoire with folk songs, fiddle tunes, and appropriate classical pieces in a program to suit the individual and encourage creativity and independent learning.

Judy also specializes in teaching traditional fiddle music of the American Southeast with all the bowing intricacies that are central to its rhythm and nuance.

Lessons can be weekly, or a flexible schedule can be arranged.