Ainur Tulendiyeva is an internationally trained violinist, educator, and orchestral musician from Central Asia, now based in the Greater Boston area. Recognized for her expressive artistry and exceptional musicianship, she has built a distinguished career as both a performer and dedicated teacher.
Ainur currently serves as Concertmaster of the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra and has performed with numerous orchestras throughout New England, including the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Symphony Pro Musica, the Refugee Orchestra Project, the Boston Chamber Symphony, and the Great Bay Philharmonic Orchestra. Prior to moving to the United States, she performed professionally with the National Symphony Orchestra of Kazakhstan, the Camerata of Kazakhstan, and the Kunming International Philharmonic Orchestra in China.
As a musician from Central Asia, Ainur is passionate about sharing the rich musical traditions of her homeland with American audiences. Alongside the classical repertoire, she regularly performs music by Central Asian composers and participates in cultural events that celebrate the region's artistic heritage, helping to build cultural bridges through music.
She earned her Bachelor of Music with honors from the Kazakh National Conservatory before continuing her studies at the Longy School of Music of Bard College, where she completed both a Master of Music and a Graduate Performance Diploma.
As a teacher, Ainur is passionate about helping every student reach their full potential while developing a lifelong love of music. Her studio welcomes children, teenagers, and adults of all levels—from complete beginners to advanced students preparing for auditions, competitions, youth orchestras, and college music programs. She creates individualized lesson plans that combine strong technical foundations with musical expression, confidence, and creativity.

