Charles Pikler, Violinist And Violist

“Charles Pikler is a superb instructor. His wealth of music knowledge and his passion for the viola is wonderful, and hes always willing to do whatever it takes to help his students reach the next level. I never leave my lessons without a smile on my face.”

— Nathaniel Sendi, Student

“I am beyond grateful and honored to be a student of Mr. Pikler. Mr. Pikler is an absolutely remarkable person. Since my first lesson, he has been my musical inspiration and role model. I admire his immense dedication to music and his students, his vast knowledge and high encouraging spirit. I cannot thank him enough for the years I have worked with him and for all his tremendous help.”

— Peter Dudek, student

“Mr. Piklers teaching directly impacted my sons acceptance as a viola major to many of the top music conservatories with significant scholarship offers. His expertise in audition preparation, literature knowledge, and performance technique is unequivocally second to none. His passion for his students success is genuine. I could not think of a better educator and mentor for my son.”

— Lori Andy Rollins mother of student, Jacob Rollins

“Charlie Pikler has been an essential teacher and coach for me since I first switched from violin to viola at age 16. He helped me gain acceptance into the ILMEA All-State Honors Orchestra as a high school junior after only a few short lessons on viola. Now that I have graduated from Eastman and USC Thornton School of Music, Charlie has been an indispensable help to me in refining my playing of the orchestra excerpts required for professional orchestra auditions. His knowledge of the symphonic and operatic repertoire as well as the solo repertoire for violin and viola is encyclopedic and profound. He combines his knowledge and performance experience with a true passion for teaching and he has helped me play my auditions with confidence and ease. Best of all is his great sense of humor and a unique gift for solving all kinds of technical and musical problems we face as violists. Update 2022: As a result of Charlies coaching and mentorship during the Pandemic, I have now won trials with four professional orchestras in Europe! I am deeply grateful for Charlies dedication to teaching and his unwavering support!” - Sarah Greene Constantine

— Sarah Greene, Violist for Lincoln Center Stage, Graduate of the Eastman School of Music and USC Thornton School of Music