Anja Ormiston is a violinist and violist based in Cincinnati. Originally from Scotland, she grew up in a musical family and began studying violin at the age of seven. She holds a Master of Music in Viola Performance and a Bachelor of Music with Honors in Violin Performance from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where she studied viola with Jane Atkins and Tom Dunn and violin with Andrea Gajic and Gina McCormack. During her time as a student, she served as principal violist of the RCS Sinfonia and Symphony Orchestras, and was invited to play in masterclasses led by Maxim Rysanov, Nobuko Imai and Paul Coletti among others.

Anja enjoys a diverse and dynamic career both as a performer and educator. As a performer, she has played with ensembles such as the orchestras of Scottish Ballet and Scottish Opera, Arta String Quartet, Kentucky Symphony Orchestra and Ohio Valley Symphony, as well as with celebrated popular artists and groups including The Snuts and the London Symphonic Rock Orchestra.

As an educator, Anja brings a wealth of teaching experience in a wide range of settings, including non-profit programs, public schools, and her own private studio. She has held teaching positions with the Immanuel School of Music, the Ben Carlson-Berne Scholarship Fund, Cincinnati Strings, Glasgow City Council, and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Music Centers.

When she is not performing or teaching, Anja works part-time at the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra as a Learning Program Coordinator. Outside of music, she enjoys playing pickleball and volleyball, and exploring Cincinnati’s many fantastic restaurants!