Maria Gabriela Mendez
Amherst,MA
Summary
Accomplished violinist with extensive orchestral experience, including roles as Concertmaster at the University of Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra. Demonstrates strong pedagogical skills and excels in ensemble playing. Proven ability to prepare for auditions and perform in high-pressure environments, contributing to successful performances in prestigious settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Violinist
New World Symphony
2025 - Current
Concertmaster
University of Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra
2024 - Current
String Fellow
Grant Park Music Festival
06.2025 - 08.2025
Section First Violin
Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra
2022 - 2025
Section Violinist
Sinfonia Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra
2022 - 2025
Section Violinist
University Symphony Orchestra FSU
2022 - 2024
Concertmaster
Montclair State University NJ
2019 - 2021
Assistant Concertmaster
Orquesta Sinfonica Nacional Juvenil De Chile
2016 - 2017
Education
Master's in Music Performance - Violin Performance
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2026
Bachelor in Music Performance - Violin Performance
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2024
Skills
- Pedagogical skills
- Ensemble playing
- Audition preparation
- Orchestral experience
- Chamber music
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
String Fellow
Grant Park Music Festival
06.2025 - 08.2025
Substitute Violinist
New World Symphony
2025 - Current
Concertmaster
University of Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra
2024 - Current
Section First Violin
Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra
2022 - 2025
Section Violinist
Sinfonia Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra
2022 - 2025
Section Violinist
University Symphony Orchestra FSU
2022 - 2024
Concertmaster
Montclair State University NJ
2019 - 2021
Assistant Concertmaster
Orquesta Sinfonica Nacional Juvenil De Chile
2016 - 2017
Master's in Music Performance - Violin Performance
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor in Music Performance - Violin Performance
Florida State University
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