“Emma has been my son’s violin teacher since middle school. My son has enjoyed every lesson with Emma for several years. He has excelled and is one of the top violinists in his orchestra. Emma’s SoCal String Studio produces amazing students from young to old. Her studio’s recitals are amazing to watch and we have enjoyed watching each student progress into an amazing violinist. I can’t recommend SoCal String Studio enough. It has been a great experience for my son and our family.”

“I can’t even begin to explain the difference that Mrs. McAllister has made in my son’s life. She has helped him become a phenomenal violinist, sure, but she has also fostered within him a strong work ethic and passionate love of music. It’s clear that for Mrs. McAllister, this isn’t just a job.”

“Ms. Emma is an amazing and dedicated teacher. Her commitment to students goes beyond their individual lessons. She also leads group studio classes, organises and prepares students for recitals, and plans visits to the symphony. Ms. McAllister nurtures, motivates, challenges and inspires students to meet their personal goals and explore new opportunities.”

“SoCal String Studio has been such an amazing experience for our daughter. Ms. Emma is so patient, kind, and passionate about her students and their success. Our daughter has been taking piano lessons, and now has requested violin lessons from Ms. Emma. The support she gives her students is amazing! Our daughter has gained so much confidence through her growing ability to play instruments as a way of self-expression.”

“Since starting lessons with Ms. McAllister at age 5, our daughter says "every day is a good violin day."  As parents we appreciate Ms. McAllister's kind and thoughtful approach.  As a violinist myself, I am impressed by how her teaching has provided our daughter with good form and skills.”

“SoCal String Studio has been the best music lesson experience I could have dreamed of for my sons. I wanted a teacher who would teach them to play piano as well as really read music, and was kind and patient so they could enjoy learning without stress. Each of my sons processes information very differently and Emma is able to teach them as unique individuals. I know they are learning so much from Emma because of how quickly and confidently they are now able to pick up and read new music, play other instruments they are interested in, and even write their own pieces. It is amazing to see their musical literacy evolve and I’m so grateful that they will be able to carry this skill with them through their lives.”

“Our daughter has been a part of SoCal String Studio for almost two years now, but she’s grown so much as a musician that it seems like a decade! With Ms. Emma’s guidance, she has recently been selected to participate in a couple of local and regional orchestras that seemed almost like pipe dreams a short time ago.

Being a member of SoCal String Studio provides so many amazing benefits beyond just weekly lessons. From biannual recitals in a beautiful local venue, to weekend group classes and parties, public and private professional-level concert opportunities, extra prep sessions before important auditions, and personal assistance when it comes time to purchase a new instrument, Ms. Emma dedicates herself 1000% to the success of her students. Her teaching methods strike just the right balance between technique and artistry, inspiration and dedication, growth and support. We are so grateful to be. apart of the wonderful community of musicians and their families that call this studio home.”

“Ms. Emma has been such a gift to our daughter. Not only has our daughter seen massive growth in her violin playing since she joined the studio, but she has also grown in confidence and has become even more passionate about her music. Ms. Emma is incredibly gifted at working with young people. She has truly gotten to know my daughter's learning style and has been an excellent listener and mentor as well. Ms. Emma has fostered a deep love of the violin in my daughter, and we are forever thankful for having her in our lives!”