Amanda Milne is originally from Williston, Vermont, where she began her Suzuki violin studies at age five. An alumna of Lawrence University, she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Violin Performance. At Lawrence, Amanda was a student of Dr. Samantha George. Amanda holds a Master’s degree in Violin Performance with an Emphasis in Suzuki Pedagogy from the Hartt School of Music, where she studied violin with Katie Lansdale and received Suzuki teacher training from Teri Einfeldt.

Previously, Amanda has taught at Greenwich Suzuki Academy and Vermont Suzuki Violins. As a student, she attended Ithaca Suzuki Institute and Green Mountain Suzuki Institute; she has also been on the faculty of GMSI. Amanda has performed at summer music festivals such as Kinhaven Music School, Castleman Quartet Program, NSO Summer Music Institute, and Marrowstone Music Festival. An avid chamber musician, Amanda loves participating in string quartets and small ensembles.   

Amanda truly believes the Suzuki Method has shaped her as a person.  As a child, her favorite part of the week was attending Group Class! Amanda is passionate about creating a nurturing environment and sharing her love for music with children. Outside of music, Amanda enjoys practicing yoga, spending time with family and friends, and she loves dogs.