Joan DerHovsepian is the Associate Principal Violist of the Houston Symphony. She also teaches the viola orchestral repertoire classes at the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University. These classes are designed specifically to help the viola majors train for the rigors of professional orchestra auditions. Prior to playing in the orchestra, Joan performed in
David Bilger is the Principal Trumpet player of the Philadelphia Orchestra and has held the position since 1995. In addition, he serves on the faculty of the prestigious Curtis Institute of Music and on the adjunct faculties of Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music and the Boyer College of Music and Dance at Temple University.
Jazz trumpeter Philip Dizack is a big part of the creative jazz scene in New York City, making his living touring and recording as a professional jazz musician. Philip played trumpet in MYSO from 1998-2001. Being immersed in music at MYSO provided him opportunities to develop and grow as a musician. “MYSO gave me a
Garrett Fischbach has been a full-time member of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra viola section since 1998. In addition to performing on both viola and violin, Garrett is also an active teacher and audition coach for advanced violinists and violists in New York City. Garrett was a member of MYSO for a few years until 1985.
Tim Klabunde is assistant principal second violinist with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO) and has worked with the orchestra for nearly forty years. Previously, he performed with the Prometheus Trio at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, and also taught violin at Cardinal Stritch University. Tim played violin in Music For Youth (MFY) from 1972-1975 under
Since its founding in 1956, Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra has impacted the lives of thousands of young musicians. Many of those young people pursued music as a career and have become professional musicians who play around the world. We are excited to share stories of some of these alumni with you in our 2018 Alumni
Since its founding in 1956, Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra has impacted the lives of thousands of young musicians. Many of those young people pursued music as a career and have become professional musicians who play around the world. We are excited to share stories of some of these alumni with you in our 2018 Alumni
Each year we bid farewell to another group of graduating seniors. This year’s class was the largest ever with 108 graduates. With an average length of involvement spanning five years, these musicians have literally grown up with us. What they learn during their time with MYSO prepares a foundation for continued success. To demonstrate, we
by Michelle Hoffman After 15 years of continuous MYSO participation, the youngest of six musicians in the Brusubardis family has graduated this spring. The siblings make up the fourth generation of musicians in this family. All six: were leaders in their respective MYSO sections; were awarded the prestigious Dean Potokar Award which recognizes leadership, character,
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