Samantha St. John

Samantha St. John is a dedicated educator, student, and performer across multiple genres. Her frequent performance opportunities within a diverse range of musical settings highlight her versatility, collaborative efforts, and prioritization of community engagement. Samantha earned her undergraduate degree from Rice University, studying under the tutelage of Paul Ellison, and is pursuing a master's degree at the same institution. Samantha is also a bass instructor across numerous Houston schools, and she is a performer with a variety of chamber collectives, including MUSIQA Houston, Houston Bach Society, Loop 38, and the DACAMERA Young Artist Program. Most recently, Samantha attended the Music Academy of the West in 2025 as a String Leadership Fellow, where she studied with Alex Hannah, Hal Robinson, and Scott Pingel.