Jewelia Spjute began playing the violin at 4 years old. She began lessons before she knew how to read and studied violin under the direction of Nathan Hooper, Emily Woods, and now Hannah Garrett. She has always loved music and enjoys playing for church, care centers, string ensembles, and her Junior High orchestra. Jewelia has always had a great love for music and enjoys playing everything from classical violin to modern, contemporary or fiddle tunes. She is an incredible sight reader and excels in stringed instruments. Jewelia also plays acoustic and electric guitar and sings. She is the jazz guitarist in her school's jazz band, and a member of the concert choir. Jewelia has also composed several pieces for violin, guitar and voice. She plans to continue her studies in violin and hopes to be an active member of stringed ensembles and orchestras throughout high school and college. When not listening to music or playing her instruments, Jewelia enjoys reading and painting.
