Suzuki & traditional violin training in Houston, TX
Learn violin with Miss Betty
Personalized, technique-first violin instruction for students ages 4 through adult, from the very first note to concert-ready repertoire.
A lifetime with the violin, shared one student at a time
Betty Liang Spahr began studying violin at age five and went on to major in Violin Performance at the University of Texas at Austin under Vincent Frittelli. As an original member of the Texas Young Virtuosos, she performed internationally, including at the Paris Conservatory and Amsterdam's Concertgebouw, and spent eight years touring and recording with the string quartet Mozart's Monkeys. She has also performed with the UT Symphony and the Houston Civic Symphony.
Since 1993, Miss Betty has run her own private violin studio, blending the Suzuki method with traditional classical repertoire and a technique she has refined over decades of teaching, one that introduces sight-reading from the very first lesson. She previously served as an Elementary Violin Specialist at two Houston-area schools, and her goal with every student is the same: build real technique, real confidence on stage, and a lifelong love of music.
- Violin Performance major, University of Texas at Austin
- Original member, Texas Young Virtuosos (Paris Conservatory, Concertgebouw)
- String quartet, Mozart's Monkeys (1988–1996)
- UT Symphony & Houston Civic Symphony
- Private studio in Houston since 1993
Technique, confidence, and a genuine love of playing
Miss Betty welcomes students ages 4 through adult, from complete beginners to advancing players, combining Suzuki curriculum with traditional classical training.
Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction paced to each student's goals and level.
Group Lessons
Ensemble playing that builds listening skills and stage comfort.
Quartet Coaching
Chamber music coaching for students ready to play together.
Test & Audition Prep
Focused preparation for auditions, exams, and All-Region.
Ages 4 through adult · Beginner to advanced · Contact for current availability
In the studio
What students & families say
Real words from Miss Betty's students and their parents.
"Learning violin as an adult presents a different set of challenges than learning as a child."
— Judy, adult student"The most important factor in a child sticking with a musical instrument is the student-teacher relationship."
— Helen, parent"I love the way she interacts with the kids — sweet, fun, pleasant, encouraging to excellence."
— Jeanne, parent"Miss Liang talks to you like a friend, not like a teacher. She makes learning violin fun."
— Bubba, age 12"The rapport that easily develops between Ms. Liang and the student inspires greater effort and a joy in learning."
— Anna, age 15"Ms. Betty has been a mentor to Anna, and the music they make together is at the core of Anna's life."
— Gillian & Frank, parentsReady to start lessons?
Email Miss Betty to ask about current openings, scheduling, and rates.
Houston, TX