About

Led by Tamara Bertram
Music Educator • Community Builder • Nonprofit Consultant • Performer

Welcome. I’m Tamara Bertram and this is a studio like no other.

Bertram Studio LLC began as a space to nurture young musicians and has grown into something much larger: a creative hub where performance, education, and community impact intersect.

My Background

  • PhD Candidate in Music Education, University of North Dakota (ABD)
    Research: Music entrepreneurship & creativity in higher education
  • MBA in Arts Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Global Leaders Institute (2024)
  • Master of Music Performance, University of North Dakota (2018)
  • Bachelor of Music Performance, Milan Conservatory, Italy (2016)
  • Graduate Certificate in College Teaching, University of North Dakota (2020)
  • Certified Facilitator in Creative Problem Solving CPSI (2024)
  • Project Management (CAPM) Certification (2025)

What I Do
✨ For Students & Families:

I direct youth orchestras in private schools in the Greater Grand Forks area, and offer group classes in music theory, performance opportunities, and even teacher training for musically proficient teens.

I encourage students to perform in the real world — from markets and museums to backyards and business events.

I make music learning accessible, creative, and community-driven.

💡 For Nonprofits & Organizations:
I run workshops on strategy, evaluation, and communication.

I support nonprofits with marketing, websites, and messaging.

I facilitate monthly Nonprofit Think Tanks where leaders solve real challenges together.

I bring a creative lens to organizational growth and community engagement.

🎶 Where Music Lives
In addition to my teaching, I perform regularly with:

Greater Grand Forks Symphony Orchestra (First Violin)

Greater Grand Forks String Quartet

North Dakota Klezmer

Little Dakota Celtic

Country FM

My students also perform through the Backyard Concert Series and other public events all summer long.

🤝 Why Work With Me?
Whether you’re a parent looking for expert music guidance, a nonprofit seeking direction, or a community member who loves local music, Bertram Studio is a place you can trust.

I meet people where they’re at — and help them grow.

📬 Want to connect?