Expert violinist experienced in concerts, special events and studio recordings. Strong attention to detail with unparalleled work ethic. Highly talented in chamber performance, classical music and modern adaptions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Second Violin I and II, Tutti
Roosevelt Symphony Orchestra
08.2023 - Current
· Prepared, rehearsed, and performed classical repertoire with full and chamber orchestras
Concertmaster, First Violin
Eastern Michigan University Symphony Orchestra
08.2019 - 05.2023
Assistant Concertmaster 2019 - 2020
EMUSO President 2020 - 2023
Assisted master's student with Erhu music education project.
Assisted in choral graduate recital recordings, and full choir with solo violin
Promoted community outreach initiatives by assisting the Director of Orchestral Activities at EMU with several open houses and participating in educational programs such as workshops or demonstrations at local schools or community centers.
Collaborated with the conductor for seamless concert execution, effectively interpreting musical scores and communicating artistic vision.
Section First Violin
Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra
08.2019 - 12.2019
Promoted community engagement with interactive outreach concerts aimed at diverse audiences.
Section First Violin
Oakland Youth Symphony Orchestra
08.2018 - 05.2019
Mastered diverse repertoire spanning various styles, composers, and historical periods to deliver versatile performances.
First Violin Section
Oakland University Honors Orchestra
08.2017 - 05.2018
Assisted in section leadership by providing guidance on bowings, fingerings, and interpretation for fellow violinists.
Strengthened technical proficiency by diligently practicing scales, arpeggios, and etudes.
Education
Master of Music -
Chicago College of Performing Arts
Chicago, IL
05.2025
Bachelor of Music -
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
01.2023
High School Diploma -
Clarkston High School
Clarkston, MI
05.2019
Awardsscholarships
Barry Manilow Competition, 2020, Second place winner
Jessie Dillman Scholarship, Year?
Shing Cheng Seetoo Scholarship, Year?
Accomplishments
Chicago College of Performing Arts, Dean’s list for all three semesters thus far (Fall 2023, Spring 2023, Fall 2024)
Eastern Michigan University, Dean’s list all four years
Primary Violin Instructors
Almita Vamos, 2023 - present
Liba Schacht, 2023 - present
Adrienne Rönmark, 2023 - present
Daniel Foster, 2019 - 2023
Bill Milicevic, 2018 - 2019
Volunteer Experience
Viva Vivaldi! Night with Music of the Baroque, Chicago, IL, 2023
MASTA Camp, counselor, Commerce Township, MI, 06/01/22
Presented Ysaye’s Second Sonata at EMU Undergraduate Symposium, 2021
Principal Second Violin at Youth Music Culture The Greater Bay Area FestivalPrincipal Second Violin at Youth Music Culture The Greater Bay Area Festival