Brittany J

Brittany J is an accomplished musician and passionate teacher, well versed in a wide array of styles. Originally from central Illinois, Brittany began studying the violin at the age of 9 through her elementary school. At the age of 14, She began studying Bluegrass music and the art of improvisation. Quickly progressing, Brittany won her first fiddle contest later that year and would go on to place at several fiddle competitions throughout her career, including consistent placement in the Illinois State Fair Fiddle Contest. Brittany began sitting in with local bands, quickly becoming a favorite. Continuing her education at Illinois State University, Brittany expanded upon her passion for teaching. She instructed private lessons and group classes with the Illinois State University String Project and the Illinois State University Community School for the Arts. Utilizing a creative and unique teaching approach, her students have demonstrated success and placed at several different local competitions including the Illinois State Fair Fiddle Contest. When she is not teaching, Brittany performs a wide array of styles including, Irish, Bluegrass, Rock, Old-Time, Classical, and Improvisation. She has performed with several accomplished artists including Andrea Zahn, Tab Benoit, and Dan Zanes. Currently, Brittany is excited about her new adventure here in Houston performing with Irish Stout Rock Group, Blaggards.