Bio

Cody Conley is an 19 year old violinist currently studying in New York City. He has been fortunate to study with Mark Huggins, Shlomo Mintz, and Benjamin Beilman. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music in the Zukerman Performance Program at the Manhattan School of Music under the tutelage of Patinka Kopec and Pinchas Zukerman. 

Cody has also attended and performed at several summer programs and festivals. These programs include Indiana University Jacobs School Summer String Academy, Curtis Institute Mentor Network, and Sunflower Music Festival. He has participated in masterclasses by Catherine Cho, David Kim, and Alexi Kenney. This summer, he will attend the Heifetz Institute in the senior division. 

Cody has competed as a soloist and chamber musician, winning the Pittsburgh Concert Society Young Artist Audition, the Philadelphia International Music Festival Concerto Competition, and the Fuchs Chamber Competition at the Manhattan School of Music. Other honors include prizes from the American Young Classical Musician, LISMA, Haslemere, Great Composers Best Wieniawski, and Music International Grand Prix competitions. 

As a dedicated teacher, Cody maintains an active private violin and viola studio. In 2025, he served as a teaching assistant and chamber coach for the Philadelphia International Music Festival. 

He has performed solo recitals in southern California and enjoys collaborating in chamber music. Sharing his music with diverse audiences at churches, senior living residences, and community outreach events remains a meaningful part of his musical journey. Cody is very grateful to perform on a 2017 Joseph Curtin violin and bows by F. Peccatte and J.B. Vuillaume.  

Teaching Info

I enjoy working with students of all ages and skill levels! I have experience both as a teacher and as a chamber music coach. Having had the privilege of studying with some of the most legendary violinists, including Pinchas Zukerman, Shlomo Mintz, and Benjamin Beilman, I bring a wide range of styles and pedagogical methods to my teaching. My goal is to help students develop their ear, technique, musicality, and the ability to practice efficiently and solve problems independently. Every student is unique and deserves an individualized approach. I look forward to working with you!