Instrument/Position:
First Violin
Hometown:
Omaha, Nebraska
Education:
Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Violin Performance
Joined the Symphony:
2023
Other orchestras/ensembles/festivals you have or currently play with:
Berkeley Symphony, Marin Symphony, Midsummer Mozart Festival, San Francisco Ballet, Aspen Music Festival, and Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival
Most memorable musical experience:
Watching SF Opera perform La Traviata. Amazing virtuosity and emotional impact!
If you weren’t a musician, what would you be doing:
No idea!
Hobbies:
I like to play video games, go on hikes, and try new restaurants.
Favorite vacation spot:
Big Sur. So beautiful!
What three things can always be found in your refrigerator:
Siracha mayo, smoked salmon, and mozzarella sticks
If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be:
Have more patience with yourself and others. It’s ok if things don’t happen as soon as possible. I am much happier now that I’m more relaxed in this way.
Do you have a “bucket list” piece of orchestral music that you have yet to play:
Symphonie Fantastique by Hector Berlioz
