Valerie began her musical journey at the age of six. Over the years, she has shared her music at a variety of community events, including fundraisers for the San Diego International Sister Cities Organization and many other local gatherings.
Now in her fifth year with the San Diego Youth Symphony, Valerie performs with the Sinfonia Orchestra as Assistant Concertmaster, where she continues to develop both her musicianship and leadership. She also serves on the Youth Leadership Council in the concert and art representative at school.
Recently, Valerie was selected as the Second Place Winner in the School Students Category, Ages 13 to 18, of the American Protégé International Concerto Competition 2026.
Watch Valerie Combs perform Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor by Wieniawski on the violin for the 2026 Virtuoso Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.