Classical Violinist, Fiddler, Vocalist, and Music Educator
Meet Lisa Russell
My Musical Journey
Music has been a part of my life since I was a child. I grew up singing with my mom singing and playing the piano and my dad singing and playing guitar. Growing up in a gospel church with big choirs developed my ear at a young age. I started playing the violin when I was 10 years old and have been hooked on music ever since. I wanted to share my love of music as a public school music director. After completing my Master's degree in Music Education, I have taught orchestra in many public schools and played in various orchestras and
bands over the years.
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Life As a Fiddle Player
Lisa was born in Texas and has jumped into the Texas Country Scene with both feet over these last few years. She is a fiddle player and vocalist in several Houston based bands. Sandee June, Bootleg Rodeo Band, Southern Brown Band, and Texas Miles Band and a new duo Texas Sweet!
She plays an NS CR4 electric Violin and a six string Mark Wood White Viper. You can see some of these projects here. Lisa Russell
Life as a Classical Musician
As a violinist, Lisa works as a freelance classical violinist with local symphonies in the Houston area. Section work with the following has been done over the years: Symphony of Southeast Texas, Lake Charles Symphony, Clear Lake Symphony, Pasadena Philharmonic, most recently working with the Brazosport Symphony. She regularly performs with Third Floor Strings (weddings and events) as well as Houston area churches for special music that includes classical choral works and praise band worship. She traveled with the Tallowood Choir on the 2022 Tour of Milan, Italy,