About the String Headliner
Dr. Charles Laux is the Director of Orchestras at Lassiter High School in Cobb County, Georgia, and serves as an Essential Elements clinician, consultant, and contributor for Hal Leonard Corporation. He holds music education degrees from Ohio University, the University of Nevada–Las Vegas, and a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University.
With 30 years of experience, Dr. Laux has taught students from elementary through collegiate levels. He previously directed five orchestras at Alpharetta High School, including the nationally recognized Symphony Orchestra, and served as Assistant Professor of String Music Education at Kennesaw State University, where he founded the KSU String Project and expanded it to nearly 110 students. Earlier, he led award-winning programs in Nevada, Florida, and Ohio, with ensembles performing at the Midwest Clinic in 2006 and 2018.
An artist-educator for D’Addario Orchestral and Eastman Strings, Dr. Laux has presented over 200 educational sessions nationwide and internationally in Ecuador. His performing credits include the Las Vegas Philharmonic, Nevada Chamber Symphony, and collaborations with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra members.
Dr. Laux served as Member at Large on ASTA’s national board and is currently President Elect of Georgia ASTA. He remains in high demand as a clinician, conductor, and adjudicator and enjoys sharing resources for educators at www.OrchestraTeacher.net
