Brenda Needham received her Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance, a Bachelor of Science in Music Education, and a Masters of Music. She is a certified Suzuki Violin instructor, up through Level 4. She has been a private strings instructor and orchestra director for over 30 years. She also has conducted the Alpha Orchestra at ocms String Camp for many summers. As a string teacher, Brenda's emphases are good technique and intonation. She is passionate about her students developing a love for music and also about finding ways to use their music in service to
others, especially through the church. Besides music, Brenda enjoys writing, reading, camping, and spending time with her family. She is married and has four children.