After years studying, teaching and playing on the opposite coast, Lauren has returned to her hometown to teach young violinists in the Suzuki Method. Lauren has performed with the National Academy Orchestra, Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra, Raven Baroque, the Victoria Chamber Orchestra, Symphony Nova Scotia, St. Georges Consort, and currently serves as principal second for the Chebucto Symphony Orchestra. She completed her Bachelor of Music as well as a Diploma in Chamber Music in Waterloo, ON and her Master of Music Performance in Victoria, BC. Lauren teaches Suzuki violin and loves to play in ensembles, with a special interest in Baroque and Early Music as well as contemporary music.