Music Bio
I studied violin at the Manhattan School of Music with preeminent pedagogues including Yonitte Ryger, Julie Kurtzman, Grigory Kalinovsky, Wu Jie, and Nicholas Mann (Chair of MSM Strings). Recently, I was selected as a fellow with the Carnegie Hall Future Music Project, composing original works and performing with the ensemble at Carnegie Hall.
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I have performed at many venues including Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, Symphony Space, National Arts Centre, Scandinavia House, Joe's Pub, and Colden Auditorium. I led my chamber ensemble to win first place at the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society Competition and the Chamber Music Competition of the Manhattan School of Music. Currently, I play with my folk ensemble The Chutzpah Caravan and perform at community centers with various non-profit organizations.
Performing Artist - Various Non-profits
Performing weekly live music concerts for patients in hospitals/hospice facilities and for home-bound senior citizens, organized by non-profit organizations including Music that Heals and Concerts in Motion.
Founder and Violinist - The Chutzpah Caravan Ensemble
Founded and led the Chutzpah Caravan Folk Ensemble in performance tours across the Northeast. Arranged new pieces for live performance and managed recording sessions.
Fellow - Carnegie Hall Future Music Project and NY Youth Symphony
Composed, arranged, and performed original scores at the NYYS Musical Theater Program and the Carnegie Hall Future Music Project.
Music Teacher
Taught weekly violin lessons to students (aged 7-18), maintaining a studio of 12 students over a 4 year period, and preparing students for major auditions/performances.
Arts Critic - The Theatre Times
Published reviews of new music and theatre shows in New York City, covering the vibrant NYC arts scene.