Mr. Istvan

Violin & Viola Instructor

Mattix Music Studio

Istvan Loga is a highly acclaimed violist with a passion for classical music that has taken him worldwide. His musical journey began at the prestigious George Enesco School of Arts in Romania, where he trained under the guidance of the award-winning musician Alexander Gavaller. He studied at the University of Debrecen's Department of Music in Hungary and the Royal Conservatory of Brussels in Belgium, where he earned his Master of Music in Viola with Prof. Paul De Clerck.Mr. Loga's talent and training have led him to perform in many of the world's most famous venues, including appearances in France, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, and more. He has played alongside world-renowned pianist Martha Argerich and Japanese violinist Yuzuko Horigome to raise funds for charitable causes. Mr. Loga has also performed with many orchestras in Europe and the United States, including the Charlemagne Orchestra, Mainzer Virtuosi, Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, and Camerata Chicago.In addition to his classical music pursuits, Mr. Loga is highly regarded for his versatility in other genres, including collaborations with artists such as John Legend, Kirk Franklin, and Maroon 5 keyboardist PJ Morton. He has also appeared on national television programs such as ABC/Disney's "Betrayal" and has performed in various international-level events.Mr. Loga is a committed educator who regularly engages in community initiatives and teaches music to various local groups. He is a Viola Faculty member at the Camerata Chicago Academy, a Chamber Music Faculty member at the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras, a Teaching Artist at the People's Music School, and a Viola Faculty member at the Vancouver Island Music Academy.