About Stella Meinzer

Stella brings 25 years of experience to her work as a performing artist and teacher. Tutored by her father, an accomplished musician, Stella Meinzer began studying the piano at age four.

She graduated with honors from the University of California at Irvine, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music. She later moved to Seattle where she worked for many years as a collaborative pianist with many instrumentalists, vocal artists, and jazz and ballet dance companies. Later she joined the Peace Corps, where she served as professor of piano at the National Academy of the Arts in San Salvador, El Salvador.

A Suzuki teacher since 1987, she has trained hundreds of students of all ages. Helping parents to become supportive advocates for their children is an important aspect of her work. As an ambassador for the Suzuki method and philosophy, she has organized numerous workshops. While in Hawaii, she directed several Hawaii Suzuki Institutes. Stella continues to attend numerous Suzuki Piano Institutes throughout the US.

In addition to being a member of the Suzuki Association of the Americas, Stella is a Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) nationally certified teacher of music .

"Stella's caring, professional manner has motivated Susanna to reach toward her potential as a pianist. Mutual trust, respect, and affection mark their relationship. Stella's honest care for her students comes naturally"

Jean Warfield
Homeschool Parent

Stella Meinzer is a seasoned professional: a gifted performer and an inspiring teacher.

Jill Timmons
Artsmentor

"She is a fine performer and her students have also developed a high level of performing ability and fine musicianship."

Doris Harrel
"Teacher of the Year"
Austin Area Music Teachers. Association

"Stella has many fine students who are making good progress under her excellent teaching. She is a fine musician with good rapport with children."

Patti Phears
President, Hawaii Music Teachers Association