ELEVATE YOUR MUSICAL EXPERIENCE
WITH VIOLIN
LOREN HATCHER
NASHVILLE'S ORIGINAL BLACK VIOLINIST
I picked up violin when I was 10 years old. I fell in love with the instrument. (10 years in so far). In my earlier years, I was trained classically and played in orchestras. I have had opportunities like playing for the TMEA at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and, receiving Best Orchestra in the Spotlight Awards. I enjoyed Nashville State's Jazz Ensemble for 2 years. I have also ventured into other genres such as Pop, R&B, Country, etc. Now, I play a mix of Jazz and R&B, and other genres upon request.
I play violin simply because I love the instrument. I love how the it sounds, how if makes me feel, how it can move others, and I love sharing my joy with people. Violin is my home, I always feel at home when I play. I enjoy creating, whether that be drawing, painting, sewing, or playing violin. That’s what makes me, me. I just love it to do it, it makes me happy. So being able to share that with others is a gift. I haven’t put the violin down since 2014.
I've been featured alongside multiple Grammy-winning artists, Demola the Violinist, Belmont University's Rhose Studio Strings, and bandmates of BB King, Roy Orbison and Lil Milton. Also featured several times on Nashville News Channels 4 and 5.
More venues include: Nashville International Airport (BNA),
City Winery, Tootsie's World Famous Orchid Lounge,
The Nashville Black Market, Gaylord Opryland, Omni Hotel Nashville, Jazz on the Cumberland, Analog at the Hutton Hotel, Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, Nashville State Community College, National African-American Museum of Music, Tennessee State University, as well as Vanderbilt University. I have also played for: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville, Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators, Tennessee Flavors, Nashville African Steet Festival, ShopBlackFest, Vanderbilt's Black Student Association, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Metro Nashville Airport Authority.
P.S. Look for me on a city bus around Nashville! And a billboard!
LESSONS
Learn with Loren 🎻
Violin lessons for kids and adults who want to love music, not just play it.
Violin lessons that meet you where you are — whether you’re picking up the bow for the first time or leveling up your skills.
I teach the way I wish I’d been taught: no stiff, cookie-cutter methods — just real music, real progress, and a vibe that makes you excited to practice. You’ll get:
• Clear, personalized instruction that actually makes sense
• Music you want to play (not just what’s in the book)
• Techniques that build confidence and sound amazing in any genre
From Classical to Modern Contemporary, we’ll explore the violin’s full range so you can develop your own style and sound.
Lessons available online or in person in Nashville.
🎯 Ready to start? Book your spot below.
If your child is curious about the violin (or you’ve been looking for a teacher who actually makes it fun), you’re in the right place.
I teach kids how to play with solid technique and confidence — while keeping lessons engaging and encouraging.
Why parents choose Learn with Loren:
• 🎯 Beginner-friendly – No experience needed. I work at your child’s pace.
• 🎵 Solid foundation – Technique, rhythm, and music reading made simple.
• 😊 Positive learning environment – No pressure, just progress.
• 🎶 Fun, relevant music – We mix classics with songs your child loves.
Lesson Options:
• 45-minute lessons – Perfect for younger kids or shorter attention spans.
• 60-minute lessons – Ideal for most kids ready for more focus and practice.
Let’s make music something your child looks forward to every week.
CONTACT
Loren Hatcher
Nashville, TN
615-482-0462
LorenPlaysViolin is based in Nashville, TN and proudly travels nationwide. Out-of-state bookings are welcome—travel and lodging to be covered by the client.
