Mary Ann Willis has taught and performed professionally in Houston since 1977, showcasing eclectic and innovative violin styles. Her audiences range from festival crowds to celebrities and nobility. Her passion is sharing the violin's infinite capabilities of expression.
She freelances and performs with world fusion band Moodafaruka in Houston.
She is best-selling author of a dozen Gypsy, classical, ethnic, fiddle and technical book/recordings for music instructional world leader Mel Bay Publications as well as various articles for Strings, Strad, and American String Teacher magazines.
She has presented numerous workshops for the American String Teachers Association, Rocky Mountain Fiddle Camp and Strings without Boundaries.