Stephen Cepeda
Pocatello,ID
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Concertmaster
Helena Symphony
Helena, Montana
07.2006 - Current
- Appeared as soloist in the concertos listed below as well as concertmaster solos from Scheherazade, Also Sprach, Swan Lake to Missa Solemnis.
- Sibelius Mendelssohn Tchaikovsky Brahms Korngold Britten Beethoven Bruch’s Scottish Fantasy Shostakovich 1
- Led orchestral rehearsals, ensuring cohesive performances and adherence to musical direction.
- Collaborated with conductor to interpret scores and enhance overall sound quality.
- Mentored junior musicians, fostering skill development and ensemble cohesion.
- Coordinated sectionals to refine technique and improve string performance standards.
- Contributed to programming decisions, selecting repertoire that engages audience interest.
Violinist
Meritage Quartet
Bozeman, Montana
03.2005 - 06.2009
- The Meritage had an extensive performing schedule around the state of Montana. The Meritage also attended the Deer Valley music festival to study with the Muir quartet and Centrum music festival with the Tokyo quartet. The Meritage also appeared on an episode the Emmy winning performance series 11th and Grant.
Education
Associate in Arts -
San Antonio College
08.2002
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University of Houston
01.2000
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University of Texas at San Antonio
06.1997
Professional Summary
- As well as my post with the Helena symphony, I act as guest concertmaster of the Bozeman Symphony, Intermountain Opera Company, and Montana Ballet Company. I also perform as a substitute with the Spokane Symphony and the Boise Philharmonic. Other solo engagements have included performances with the South Eastern Pennsylvania Orchestra, the Lamont Symphony, and the Montana State orchestra. For the last three seasons I have served as principal second of the MahlerFest orchestra in Boulder Colorado.
- 133 S. Hayes Avenue Pocatello ID 4062026329 jascha1978@gmail.com
Timeline
Concertmaster
Helena Symphony
07.2006 - Current
Violinist
Meritage Quartet
03.2005 - 06.2009
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University of Houston
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University of Texas at San Antonio
Associate in Arts -
San Antonio College