Music Gallery of Clearwater

Mrs. Thompson is a Suzuki piano and violin music teacher. She continues her life long studies of music through teacher training courses at Summer Institutes for the Suzuki method. Teaching a child absolute perfect technique from the very beginning is the responsibility of any Suzuki music teacher. Children as young as two years old study the Suzuki Method with Mrs. Thompson. 

As a string teacher Mrs. Thompson was Music Director from 1998-2001 at John Hopkins Middle School in St. Petersburg, Fl. She taught beginning violin, viola and cello. John Hopkins students performed twice a year at school and they performed at the St. Petersburg Pier and Tyrone Square Mall. Students were given the basic experience of playing in a string orchestra. 
Teaching has been her passion since 1991. She attended University of South Florida and while attending college she performed with the University Symphony Orchestra and performed with professional musicians like Vic Damone, Jane Powell, Al Hirt and guest conductor George Steinbrenner. She performs as a violinist with local orchestras including the Tampa Bay Symphony, Suncoast Symphony, and Summit Music Society. Virginia can also be seen performing with her students at places like Sunken Gardens, St. Petersburg Pier, and area malls. She also likes to 'fiddle' around town with local musicians. She is also available for Weddings, Receptions and other occasions. You may email for wedding information through the contact button on the top tool bar or call (727) 576-0166.