Will Samorey is known for his stylistic versatility and compelling musical storytelling. He began his musical journey at age four in the Kinder Piano program in Des Moines, Iowa. A two-year Iowa All-State musician and section principal in high school, Will was invited to serve as assistant concertmaster at the Buena Vista University Orchestra Festival and graduated from the Grammy-recognized City High School music program in Iowa City.
He earned his B.A. in Music with honors in Violin Performance from the University of Western Ontario, studying under Annette-Barbara Vogel and receiving additional instruction from respected artists including Won-Bin Yim, Yehonatan Berick, Vasile Beluska, Stacey Woolley, Jonathan Sturm, the Corigliano Quartet, and the Jupiter Quartet. At UWO, he held all principal positions in the symphony orchestra, opera, and musical theatre productions.
Will's professional experience spans chamber music, pit orchestras, and symphonies. He has performed with ensembles across the US and internationally. He currently holds tenured positions with the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra, serves as concertmaster of the Golden Valley Orchestra and Buffalo Community Orchestra, and regularly performs with orchestras throughout Iowa and Minnesota. His solo appearances include recitals throughout the major cities of the midwest, and performance of the Brahms Violin Concerto, and the second performance ever of the Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto in Minneapolis with the Golden Valley Orchestra.
Will performs on a custom violin named the "Falcon" by famed violin maker Jennifer Becker. He also performs on one of Roger Zabinski's last made bows.
For beginners, here is a helpful list of what to bring to your first lesson:
Will teaches privately out of St. Paul, St. Louis Park, and St. Anthony.
Recommended lesson length:Virtual lessons offer the convenience of learning from home, ideal for students looking to save time and reduce travel. Students from outside the Twin Cities area are welcome!
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Will teaches privately out of St. Paul and works with Jennifer Becker and Co., as well as several music schools throughout the Twin Cities metro area to better accommodate students.
Winspiration Studio is derived from the words “win” and “inspiration.” As Will pushed himself to untangle the many intricacies of violin technique and discover more nuances of musical performance and expression, he found a more profound inspiration in his craft. This inspiration, along with his desire to win auditions and improve his own reputation as a reliable violinist has shaped who he is as a performer and teacher today.
Will is a Suzuki Method registered violin instructor, however, he does teach in other musical methodology that is most beneficial to his students’ unique learning patterns. Likewise, he teaches patience, control, focus, and planning, with the view that a quality practice is better than the quantity of practices.
Music is its own language, we know now to expect students to learn that language much like they did as a young child; first by listening, then speaking, and eventually reading.
For kids, Will works with parents to ensure the child grows up in a musical household and has regular practice times with their family. Many students who begin violin are at an age where they are not good readers yet, so his students will learn their first book by memory. The pieces are securely learned through regular listening, weekly repetition, and a slow introduction of new skills and concepts.
For adults, Will focuses on teaching ways to refine technique and skill. Whether it is mastering a new concept or fixing a problem you have been stuck on, there is always value to improving musicality.
Along with performing, Will is also very experienced in playing for services such as weddings and events. From the ceremony to the reception of your wedding, or the integral part of your special event...there are endless possibilities to create that perfect musical moment.
Wedding Pricing:If you are interested in booking a performance, please view the pricing and song list below. Whether it is setting the mood to your romantic wedding or playing with versatile energy to bring life to your party, Will is up to the task. Contact Will for an official estimate and to provide details about your event.
