Brittany Leavitt is a Houston native and passionate educator who holds a Bachelor of Music in Violoncello from the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music, where she specialized in Marketing and graduated Summa Cum Laude as Valedictorian of her graduating class.  During her time at the University of Houston, she had the opportunity to perform internationally and nationally, including with the Akademisches Orchester Leipzig in Germany, the Schlern International Music Festival in Italy, the Texas Music Festival in Houston, and the Midwest Convention in Chicago, among others. She has studied under renowned teachers such as the late Vagram Saradjian and Dr. Daniel Saenz.

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Ms. Leavitt began her cello teaching career in 2010 while still a junior at Klein High School. Now, over a decade later, she runs a thriving private studio, BRL Cello Studio, based in Klein ISD—where she first developed her love for the instrument. She currently teaches 35 students and continues to share her passion for music with the next generation of cellists.

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In addition to her teaching and performing, Brittany is deeply committed to advancing the arts in her community. As the Artist Liaison and Outreach Program Coordinator for Ars Lyrica Houston, she oversees educational outreach initiatives for underserved youth and families in the Houston area. Ms. Leavitt is also pursuing certification in Nonprofit Management (CNP) at the University of Houston’s Graduate College of Social Work to further her impact in the nonprofit sector. She is an active member of TMEA, TODA, the Association for Fundraising Professionals, and the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance.