Meet the Wichita Symphony

Member since 2019

Coffee, hiking, & movie soundtrack fan. In April 2020, I’ll perform my newly commissioned epic Western film style violin concerto with the WSO: The Rose of Sonora.

Member since 2018

I also played in the WSO from 2005-2010 before graduate studies in California and Brazil. I love hiking and I study cosmology and vigesimal math.

Member since 1965

I retired from teaching at Wichita State and Associate Concertmaster of the WSO in 2012. I'm now enjoying art classes, symphony, travel, and our six grand kids!

Member since 2000

I also teach at Bethel College, and perform with Dominique Corbeil in our duo, Nova Deco. I also golf, conduct a choir, and mow my 5 acres!

Member since 1986

I have been playing violin since fifth grade and now play and teach here in Wichita. I also play piano and enjoy my cats and dogs.

Member since 1974

A Wichita Symphony violinist for 40+ years, I've taught music, and worked in marketing and communications. Look for me in my garden today!

Member since 2003

Member since 1992

I've been a member of the Wichita Symphony for 26 years. I also play in the Music Theatre Wichita orchestra during the summers, and have 45 students in my private studio.

Member since 2002

I grew up in Wichita, and began violin at age 5. I enjoy teaching, from beginners to college students. I also love travelling and being with my family.

Member since 1988

I started the violin in Omaha,NE when I was 7, and I've always loved it! I also love teaching at Friends University and playing at Central Community Church!

Member since 2018

Excited new member from Hong Kong! A member of UMKC’s fellowship quartet. Began playing since 4 with professors from Beijing, London, HK.

Member since 1972

I started playing the violin at age 3. This is my 46th season in the symphony. I teach private music, and have 7 wonderful grandchildren.

Member since 1969

I began playing in the Symphony while an under grad at Wichita State when James Robertson was the conductor. I am also an oil painter.

Member since 2004

"ViolinJudy" is a fun and tech savvy piano and violin teacher, helping others through her books and blog. She also manages WichitaWeddingMusic.com.

Member since 1986

Happily transplanted from the San Francisco bay area to Wichita. Alumna to Indiana University and Wichita State, I also enjoy chamber music and hiking vacations in the mountains.

Member since 2008

Member since 1962

I'm most proud of my 8 years working with Latino refugees and 7 years teaching in El Dorado and Hutchinson Community Correctional Facilities.

Member since 1988

I've played violin since 1954, and have been a professional violinist since 1969. I spent 14 years in the Columbus Symphony, and in the WSO since 1988. Musical Elegance String Quartet.

Member since 2002

I conduct orchestra and teach violin at Hesston College. The Wichita Symphony is like a family and it is such an honor to be a part of this group!

Member since 2019 - New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 2005

In my "other life" I am a Physical Therapist for Advanced Physical Therapy of Newton. I have one husband, two cats, and three kids. I Love Love the WSO!

Member since 2019 - New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 2019 - New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 2017

I live in College Hill with my husband and two daughters, and serve as Director of the WSU Suzuki Academy.

Member since 2019 - New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 1989

I have been playing the viola since 4th grade and it continues to be the greatest joy and challenge of my life!

Member since 2005

Member since 1994

I love to play my viola. When I am not playing viola I am hard at work on silver smithing and sewing. I have two standard poodles, my boys.

Member since 2014

I have been a proud violist for 18 years. I love working with the youth at my church and in my spare time I enjoy photography and sewing.

Member since 1983

I teach at Friends University and Bethel College.

Member since 2019 - New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 1983

I'm a private viola teacher as well as contractor for Musical Elegance, string groups for all occasions.

Member since 2018

I am from Wichita and the graduate viola student at WSU! I love to play viola and teach my studio of over 20 students!

Member since 1999

I am originally from Kansas City and hold two degrees from Wichita State. I also work in the loan department at Golden Plains Credit Union.

Member since 2015

Member since 1973

I teach orchestra at Allison Middle School, and have enjoyed playing with Music Theatre Wichita since 1980. I also love playing with string quartet pals all over fabulous Wichita!

Member since 2012

Recent transplant from Kansas City, and loving living in Wichita. I enjoy cooking and reading and playing music.

Member since 2019 - New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 1982

My mother started my playing the cello at age five. I am proud to be have been a Wichita State alumnus and an educator for 32 years with the USD 259.

Member since 2004

I'm equally passionate about playing and teaching cello. I also love gardening, yoga, my 16-lb cat, and soon I will have visited all 50 states!

Member since 2001

I'm a 19-year WSO member and private cello teacher. If my cello's not in hand, you'll find me in the garden or the kitchen with my kids!

Member since 1983

I have played in the WSO a long time! I teach at Emporia State and play in a variety of different musical groups with my friends.

Member since 2019 - New to the WSO, photo pending!

Juan joins the Orchestra through our Wichita State graduate student program, and will sit in the section with his teacher, Professor Shukaev.

Member since 1989

I love that I can teach during the day and play music (all kinds!) at night - the best of both worlds!

Member since 1972

I'm a Wichita Native who graduated from North High in 1971. Kansas Air National Guard 1971-1977 | Bachelor of Music WSU 1976 | Aircraft Mechanic at Beech Aircraft Corporation 1976-2014.

Member since 2013

I am an avid bassist, I love to run and just received my Masters in Double Bass Performance from the University of Kansas.

Member since 1998

I also teach orchestra at Wichita East High, and I am the conductor for WYSO Youth Chambers!

Member since 1988

I grew up playing in WSYO. I love my "day job" teaching orchestra in Maize. In addition to teaching, I also enjoy traveling, movies, and spending time with my family.

Member since 1995

I am a Wichita State grad and part time office assistant. Cooking is a favorite pastime. I love being with my husband and four active teens!

Member since 2003

I started bass at age 9. It took me to Wichita State, where I met my husband. I now teach lessons from home and raise our three girls.

Member since 2016

I fell in love with the horn in 6th grade band class. Currently, I live in College Hill with my family and serve as Horn Professor at Wichita State.

Member since 2018

I am a graduate student at WSU. My wife and I are both musicians and we enjoy teaching, cooking, the outdoors, and watching sports!

Member since 2018

I grew up and attended college in my home of Taiwan. My favorite color is pink. I love my Alex 103 horn. I also love food and enjoy cooking.

Member since 2018

Wichita by way of Albuquerque, by way of Chicago, originally from New York. Fixer of brass instruments and lover of cats.

Member since 2019

New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 2012

I'm the trumpet professor at Wichita State and the proud father of Noah. My wife, Angela, works for Music Theatre Wichita where I play in the summer.

Member since 2018

Brandon joins the WSO through our Wichita State graduate student program, and will learn from Dr. Hunsicker in the Orchestra.

Member since 1989

I am a band director by trade, teaching beginners through college students. When I'm not teaching or playing I travel, often involving music in some way.

Member since 1982

A Wichita State grad, I have been an active teacher and performer since 1979. I teach in Derby and also play in the Music Theatre Wichita orchestra and Blue Eyed Soul.

Member since 2018

Brent is a Masters student and brass quintet fellow at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He enjoys cooking and watching movies.

Member since 1994

Musician, husband, and father sum me up. I currently teach at WSU and Bethel College and freelance throughout the area. I like the color blue.

Member since 1989

Besides playing in the WSO, I serve on the staff at the WSU College of Fine Arts as Audio Producer and Sound Designer/Advisor for Opera and Musical Theater.

Member since 1986

I've been teaching tuba and euphonium at Wichita State since 1986. I also perform with the Wichita Brass Quintet. I do accept a few private students.