Orchestral:
I’ve performed with numerous symphonies throughout the Midwest and East Coast including the Elgin Symphony, Rockford Symphony, Lancaster Symphony, and the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. I also performed at Carnegie Hall with the Red Bull Artsehcro Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra accompanied DJ Shadow for the world premiere of Concerto for Turntable composed by Raul Yanez.
Audition Experience:
Elgin Symphony Orchestra | Assistant Principal Bass | Semifinalist
Rockford Symphony Orchestra | Section Bass | Winner
The United States Navy Band | Upright + Electric Bass | Finalist
Education:
Master’s Degree in Performance from DePaul University. Studies with Rob Kassinger (Chicago Symphony). In addition, I studied orchestral excerpts with Michael Hovnanian and Dan Armstrong.
Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from West Virginia University. Studies with Andrew Kohn (Pittsburgh Opera + Ballet Orchestras).
Masterclass Experience:
Hal Robinson – Principal Bass, Philadelphia Orchestra
David Grossman – New York Philharmonic
John Patitucci – legendary jazz artist