Baritone

Lee Poulis has been critically praised for his “commanding presence” and for his “dark baritone, rich in color,” calling it a voice “of power and beauty.” Twice named Best Young…

PYSO Symphony Conductor

Jack Taylor, a former member of PYSO, is now recognized as one of the top music educators in Southern California. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University…

Mezzo-soprano

Tracy Van Fleet is pleased to be returning to sing with the Pasadena Symphony.  Her rich and warm mezzo soprano has earned critical acclaim singing from Walt Disney Concert Hall…

PYSO Philharmonic Conductor, Pasadena Symphony Assistant Conductor

David Cubek currently serves as Director of the Claremont Concert Orchestra of Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer and Scripps Colleges, and has served on the faculty of the Masters of Arts in…

Percussion Jason Goodman has developed a versatile career as a soloist, chamber and symphonic musician, recording artist and educator. He has appeared from Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center to…

Composer b

Composer and conductor James Lee III was born in Michigan and received his masters and doctorate degrees in composition from the University of Michigan. A recipient of a Charles Ives…

Percussion A native of White Plains, NY, percussionist Michael Englander has played with the Pasadena Symphony and POPS orchestra since 1975. He has also performed with the Los Angeles Master…

Dylana Jenson Violin “A Mature Master” New York Times “Fire, passion and rhythmic elan” Strad Magazine Dylana Jenson has performed with most major orchestras in the United States and traveled…

Percussion Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, Theresa Dimond began her percussion studies with Mervin Britton at age 8.  Upon moving to Los Angeles, she attended the University of Southern California where…

Andrew von Oeyen

Piano