Amanda Svetich PYSO String Orchestra Conductor Amanda Svetich graduated summa cum laude from Central Washington University in 2007 with a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance. During her time there,…

Alex Russell Violin Alex Russell began studying the violin in San Diego, California, at the age of two. He first performed on national television at the age of 11 and,…

Ina Veli Violin Ina Veli grew up in a musical family and began studying the violin at the age of 5. At 13, she began touring throughout Europe, as well…

Geoffrey Osika Bass Geoff Osika credits his musical training to three men: his father David, a fine trumpeter and music teacher who indicated that in order to be taken seriously as…

Clayton Stephenson  Piano  Clayton Stephenson’s love for music is immediately apparent in his joyous charisma onstage, expressive power, and natural ease at the instrument. Hailed for “extraordinary narrative and poetic gifts” and interpretations…

Michael Kaufman Cello  Dr. Michael Kaufman is an internationally acclaimed cellist whose performances are distinguished by their depth, versatility, and expressive power. Equally at home in solo, chamber, and orchestral…

Benjamin Beilman  Violin Benjamin Beilman has earned international acclaim for his passionate performances and distinctive tone—The New York Times called it “muscular with a glint of violence,” while The Strad praised its “pure poetry.”…

Paul Huang  Violin Recipient of the prestigious 2015 Avery Fisher Career Grant and the 2017 Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists, violinist Paul Huang is considered to be one of…

Todd MurrayGuest Artist During an era when there is a shortage of male baritone jazz and cabaret singers, Todd Murray has emerged as a notable interpreter of standards, newer material, and his own originals. Blessed…

Scarlett Strallen Guest Artist Scarlett Strallen, born and raised in London, is best known on Broadway as Mary Poppins (a role she also played in London and Australia) and as Sibella…