Dr. Serena Scibelli is an Italian violinist and Assistant Professor of Music at Georgia State University, where she teaches violin and chamber music. Known for her vibrant artistry and dedication to music education, she maintains an active international career as a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral performer, and clinician. Before joining Georgia State, Dr. Scibelli served as Assistant Professor and String Area Coordinator at Mississippi State University and was previously on faculty at the University of North Georgia. A passionate advocate for young musicians, she has long been involved in educational outreach throughout the Atlanta area and beyond. She frequently offers master classes and clinics across the United States and Europe, with appearances at institutions such as the University of Nevada–Las Vegas, the University of Georgia, Berry College, and Fort Lewis College. Dr. Scibelli has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious concert halls, including La Scala (Milan), the Wiener Musikverein (Vienna), the Royal Opera House Muscat, and Teatro Real de Madrid. Her collaborations include work with celebrated conductors and artists such as Gianandrea Noseda, Mischa Maisky, and Ottavio Dantone. A committed champion of contemporary music, she has premiered over 50 new works ranging from solo to orchestral repertoire, and released her debut solo album in 2021. She has performed with orchestras across the U.S. and Europe, including the Venice Symphony (FL), Atlanta Opera, South Carolina Philharmonic, and the Carlo Felice Theatre of Genoa. As a soloist, she has appeared with ensembles such as the Venice Symphony, Athens Symphony Orchestra, and ARCO Chamber Orchestra. Dr. Scibelli earned her diploma at age 18 from the Conservatory L. Cherubini in Florence, followed by a Master’s degree from the Conservatory A. Steffani in Castelfranco Veneto. She later completed a second Master of Musical Arts and a Doctorate in Violin Performance at the University of Georgia.