From formal classical pieces to rustic fiddle music, I bring a versatile, professional quality to your desired gig. If you need someone with a flexible schedule, open to preparing your desired songs, and willing to pair with other musicians, I'm here to make your event aestheticly complete.
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Write a reviewPrice range: $80 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
ORCHESTRAL EXPERIENCE
Butte Symphony | Section First Violin | 2026 – Present
Initially appointed to Second Violin (2023); promoted to First Violin upon return from two-year service mission.
Montana Youth Symphony | Section Second Violin | 2023
Member of the inaugural ensemble; performed under direction of Sir Donald Runnicles.
MHSA All-State Orchestra | Section First Violin | 2022
Red Lodge Music Festival | Concertmaster / Assistant Concertmaster | 2022 – 2023
Appointed Concertmaster of the Senior Orchestra (2023).
Member of the audition-only Honors String Ensemble.
Newberg High School Symphony Orchestra | Assistant Concertmaster | 2019
Attended here for a short period during a time of temporary residence due to familial medical necessities
Appointed assistant concertmaster as a freshman
Summer String Jam, Bozeman | Orchestra + Ensemble Member | 2013 – 2016
SOLO & CHAMBER ACHIEVEMENTS
Yellowstone National Park (Xanterra) | Cookout Musician | 2023
Performed professional-level fiddle/folk repertoire at Roosevelt Lodge
MHSA State Music Festival | Solo Superior Rating | 2022 – 2023
Baroque Music Montana (BaMM) Youthful Splendor | Soloist | 2021, 2023
Performed Bach’s Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042, III. Allegro Assai in 2021
Performed Vivaldi's Winter in 2023
MASO Young Artist Competition | State Finalist (Junior Division) | 2017
Selected as one of five statewide finalists.
EDUCATION & PEDAGOGY
Private Violin Study | 2013 – 2023
Carrie Krause
Emily Pontén
Mary Murphy
Lisa Barrett
Gardiner, Montana High School | Graduate | (phone number hidden)3
Concert and Pep Bands: Trumpet
National Honor Society
Student Body Secretary
Newberg, Oregon High School | Freshman | 2019
Orchestra and band member
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
John Philip Sousa Award
Richard A. Fox Memorial Award
Eagle Scout Rank, Order of the Arrow (BSA)
- I am well-versed in classical and fiddle repertoire, and I'm flexible to play most other styles.
- Sheet music and song selections from you are optional; I can source, arrange, and write music if preferred.
- I'm an acoustic player, and have no electric sound equipment.
- I am a soloist, but I work with others often and can help hire other local musicians for your event.
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Helena, MT
A chair is appreciated for a prolonged or ensemble performance, but optional.
Violinist
