Milwaukee, WI 53203. Bradley Symphony Center (212 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, United States) View Calendar The String Orchestra Staff Mary Pat Michels String Orchestra West Music Director Lynn Trinkl String Orchestra South Music Director Sonora Brusubardis String Orchestra North Coach | Progressions Violin Instructor Alexa Zakutansky He currently serves as the organizations Conductor Laureate. Travis Byrd, Facilities Coordinator He didnt take the instrument very seriously until, at the age of 15, he encountered a Charlie Parker recording. Jason attended UW-Whitewater, where he received his bachelors degree in saxophone performance under the tutelage of Maynard Ferguson alum Steve Wiest, who is currently professor of jazz at North Texas University. Manuel continued his education at Marquette University High School studying violin with Jerome Franke, former Concertmaster Emeritus of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. What an honor it is to have this moment to work with each of these young, creative, and eager students. Prior to living in Milwaukee, Mr. Fitzpatrick was an Assistant Professor at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where he taught cello and Music Education courses preparing students for careers in Music Education. She has served four terms on the Board of Directors of the League of American Orchestras Youth Orchestra Division. 2022.23 Musician Roster. Ms. Roznowski resides in Wauwatosa with her husband and two daughters. Mr. Winkle is currently Director of the Jazz Ensemble at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. After moving to Milwaukee in 2015, Rayden attended Milwaukee High School of the Arts as a music major. Lyda received National Board Certification as a Teacher in Early Adolescent/Young Adults with an orchestra emphasis in 2010. Ben served as a graduate assistant for the University of South Carolina percussion studio and was the percussionist for the Spark Collective, a graduate quintet focusing on community engagement through music. The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Bradley Symphony Center (MSO) has been captivating audiences through acclaimed musical performances and inclusive education since 1959. Mike and his wife Connie first met in MFY/MYSO in the Senior Symphony trumpet section. In 2000, the Senior Symphony was chosen as one of only five U.S. youth orchestras to participate in the National Youth Orchestra Festival in Sarasota, Florida. In addition to his work teaching music in public schools, Mr. Zens has previously served as the Music Director and Conductor of the Lakeshore Symphonic Band in Cedarburg, WI, and the Associate Conductor of the Waukesha Area Symphonic Band. Ann Wood is a violinist and registered Suzuki teacher who enjoys working with students of all ages. In addition to her work as a music educator and performer, Connie is very active in her small Presbyterian church as the choir director and mission council chair. His educational background includes a Bachelors degree in Music Education from The Ohio State University and a Masters degree in Conducting from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where he served as a Graduate Conducting Associate. She has been directing orchestras and teaching music in the greater Milwaukee area since 2007. Confectionately Yours Cafe. Music director. Deutsch has conducted the orchestra in performances at Carnegie Hall, Chicagos Orchestra Hall, the Wisconsin Music Educators Conference (North Central Division) and the Mid-West International Band and Orchestra Clinic. Anthony Andronczyk, Front of House Staff In 2007 and 2017, the Wisconsin Polka Hall of Fame inducted him into the organization for the Youth Achievement Award and Youth Mentor Award, respectively. Composer and pianist Aldo Lpez-Gaviln performs his Emporium, with influences from jazz and Cuban culture, and bookended by monumental Beethoven works. Funky Fresh Spring Rolls. In her free time, Emma enjoys dancing, reading, cooking, and crewing her husbands sailboat in the summer. He has proudly served as a coach, adjudicator, and guest conductor for the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra ensembles for more than 30 years. Listen to MSO performances from our streaming radio series. Lizzy Cichowski,Marketing Manager Ken-David Masur, Music Director, Polly and Bill Van Dyke Music Director Chair. MYSO alumna Sonora Brusubardis has been a coach for MYSOs String Orchestra North for the last five years. Mr. Krofta was selected for the 2016 Symphonic Bands & Orchestras (SBO) National Magazines 50 Directors Who Make A Difference, the 2017 Phi Beta Mu- Wisconsin Band Master of the Year Award, and received the Citation of Excellence from the National Band Association three times for his teaching excellence, and achievements and contributions to concert bands. He also serves on the board of directors of Jewish Family Services Housing. Ms. Roznowski received her Master of Music degree from Northwestern University and is a graduate of Lawrence University where she received her Bachelor of Music degree, graduating summa cum laude, majoring in music education and viola performance. Mr. Babbitt has been an instructor with the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music since 1994 in bass, theory and music history. He finds it moving and powerful to hear many voices come together as one, and create beautiful sounds together. Milwaukee, WI 53203. Ms. Roznowski is a proud MYSO alum. Having graduated from high school in 2019, Aidan quickly went on to pursue the avenues available to him pertaining to his passion for the cello. Chris graduated from UW-Whitewater with a Bachelors degree in music with a jazz emphasis. Returning to MYSO as co-directors of the Prelude Wind Ensemble is coming full circle. Mon-Fri, 10:00 am 4:00 pm Ijoister Harris is MYSOs String Orchestra Central Music Director and Prelude Orchestra Coach. She has also taught in several public and private schools districts in the Greater Milwaukee area. He also served as a jazz clinician at UWWs jazz camp for five years. Zed Waeltz, Senior House Manager Ron worked in consumer marketing and product management at: Guaranty Bank, M&I Bank/BMO Harris, Nationwide Bank, National City (now PNC), Bank One (now Chase), Bank of America and Chiquita Brands. The violin was recovered nine days later, and the story continues to make headlines around the world. The tympani tuning. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in dance and participated heavily in the schools two dance companies, Veselica and Companydance, as well as the Ballroom Performance and Competition Team. Since its inception in 1959, the "Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra" has consistently received critical acclaim for artistic excellence. In addition to her conducting role, she serves as the flute instructor for MYSOs Prelude Wind Ensemble program, is a faculty member at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, and instructs a small private flute studio. He has held offices as President and Vice-President in both the College Band Directors National Association and the National Band Association. Progressions Director Tiffany Chang was most recently an orchestra teacher in the Wauwatosa School District, and prior to that, taught orchestra in the school district of Beloit, Wisconsin. Melanie Clarke, secretary. Chamber music credits include the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Ensemble, the Chicago Brass Quintet, Fulcrum Point New Music Ensemble, the UW-Milwaukee Faculty Brass Quintet, and the Summit Brass. His past duties include conductor of the nationally-acclaimed Oconomowoc High School Wind Symphony, as well as director of the Concert Band, Jazz Ensembles, and Jazz Combo. In 2018, Ms. Zakutansky was awarded the Student Exemplary Service Award, the highest award given to a student, at the National ASTA convention. Ms. Edelstein leads a team of more than fifty full- and part-time administrative and artistic staff and oversees more than 40 program offerings serving nearly 1,000 students from up to 14 counties, 60 cities and more than 200 schools in southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. She received her music education certification from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and has also studied at the Aspen Music Festival. She and her husband, Paul, currently reside in Cudahy. Also during this time, he had the privilege of working with local and international sensations-LaChazz Jazz Ensemble, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, The Love Monkeys, Punto de Vista, and Bahia. Emily Wacker Schultz, Artist Duty Assistant He is the senior author of a repertoire series for school bands entitled Best Music for Beginning, for Middle School, and for High School Band.. He received his Bachelor of Music Performance and Bachelor of Music Education degree at Central Michigan University, and his Master of Music degree in Percussion Performance at Rice University in Houston, TX. His former conducting students now hold prominent positions in our nations middle and high schools, college and professional conducting positions, with youth orchestras and with the United States Service Bands. Mr. Hauer traveled to Athens in May of 2015 to participate in the 4th Leonidas Kavakos International Masterclass. Back Adam Cohen,Patron Systems Manager Mrs. Michels is also the manager and founder of the Lakeside Strings, which performs chamber music at special events throughout Wisconsin and Illinois. Formerly affiliated with the Cincinnati Symphony and Pops Orchestra, she has appeared as guest artist with many orchestras including the Milwaukee Symphony, National Arts Chamber Orchestra (Chicago), Duluth-Superior Symphony, St. Martin Chamber Orchestra, Nevada Chamber Orchestra and the Lake Superior Chamber Symphony in addition to soloing . Born and raised in Milwaukee, Progressions Viola Instructor Evan Lane began viola in the fourth grade. Being a part of a creative community is a very integral part of her life and is the community she hopes to cultivate at MYSO. Office Manager Sydney Goodman joined the MYSO team in October 2021. Before moving to Milwaukee, Mr. Hauer was Principal Second Violin of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and performed regularly with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and the Louisville Orchestra. As a community music advocate, he is the music director and conductor of the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra Wind Ensemble. Wisconsin's Leading Community Music School An Education That Lasts A Lifetime The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music is the largest non-profit music school in Wisconsin, consisting of world-renowned teachers and musicians eager to provide you or your child with the quality music education you desire. His formal training began on the trombone while in middle school and he picked up the guitar and bass shortly thereafter. Welcome Andrew Hacker is Director of Instrumental Music and Music Department Manager at Menomonee Falls High School. Sinfonia Coach and violist Amanda Grettie Koch received her education at Oberlin Conservatory of Music, with a Bachelor of Music degree, and The Juilliard School with a Master of Music degree. He has worked extensively throughout the Midwest as a professional bassist and educator. A finalist of the National Conducting Institute of the National Symphony Orchestra, Mr. Simmons also participated in seminars conducting the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, and the Eastman Wind Ensemble. Steve Pfisterer, Front of House Staff This instrument has direct ties to Giuseppe Tartini, Edvard Grieg, Johannes Brahms, and Robert and Clara Schumann. She hopes to carry down the legacy of these great teachers to her own students. She was the only one in her trumpet section that spoke English, but it didnt matter; the conductor didnt speak English either. She firmly believes in the power of arts education to shape young people into better and more compassionate human beings, and she is thrilled to be a part of an organization committed to bringing these opportunities to children of all communities. Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra Music Director John Emanuelson was honored as Music Teacher of the Year by the Civic Music Association of Milwaukee. His first composition was performed at a statewide conference in front of hundreds of students and teachers, receiving high praise by vote and standing ovation. Additionally, she was a top finalist for the National Flute Associations C.R.E.A.T.E. He studied violin with Oswald Lehnert, Pasquale Laurino, and Patricia Anders. Watch for Jasons new jazz quintet to make a splash on the local scene in the near future. Ms. Edelstein holds an Executive MBA from Marquette University, a Master of Music from Yale University and a Bachelor of Music Performance from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her Christine McElligott, Box Office Assistant Her students have ranged from beginning to advanced college levels, ages 7 through adult. Mr. Fitzpatrick earned his degrees from Indiana University Bloomington and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Solo concerts have brought Mr. Hauer to the countries of Germany, Greece, France, the Czech Republic, and the Philippines. World Ballet Series: Cinderella Oct 12 at The Weidner. Kathryn Reinardy, Vice President of Marketing & Communications. She graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Music degree in violin performance from West Virginia University and received a Master of Music with honors from the University of Colorado in performance and pedagogy. He continues to play out mostly on upright and electric bass, and is privileged to share the stage with many of Milwaukees finest musicians. As a high school musician, he participated in Sphinx Performance Academy in the summers of 2012 to 2015, and in the WSMA High School Honors Orchestra from 2013-2016. Prelude Wind Ensemble French horn instructor Kelly Hofman has been teaching professionally since 2001. The Warner was one of eight movie theaters lining W. Wisconsin Ave. from the Milwaukee River to 6th St. David Kotlewski, House Manager He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Violin Performance from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee studying under Dr. Bernard Zinck. Mr. Krofta is a member of The National Band Association (NBA), The American School Band Directors National Association (ASBDNA), The National Association for Music Education (NAfME), The Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA), and the Phi Beta Mu International Bandmasters Fraternity. Thomas Dvorak is Professor Emeritus/Director of Bands at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he served as Professor and Director of Bands from 1979 until his retirement in 2007. Lindsey Ruenger, Donor Stewardship and Engagement Manager He received his MBA from the University of Chicago, and his bachelors degree from Whitman College. His arrangements for brass quintet have been played by many brass quintets including Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet.
The promotional code you have entered is invalid. In addition to being the music librarian at MYSO, Paul also works at Hal Leonard as an assistant classical music editor. Community Program Manager and Chamber Flute Ensemble and Flute Chorale Music Director Sabrina Raber is a performer, educator, composer, and entrepreneur based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Michael Gauger is MYSOs Philanthropy Officer Foundations and Institutional Giving. As a performer he has worked with the Rockford Symphony Orchestra, Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra, Green Bay Symphony Orchestra, Festival City Symphony, Kenosha Symphony Orchestra, the Wisconsin Philharmonic, Bel Canto Chorus and Orchestra, Skylight Opera, Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra, Florentine Opera and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. Since first playing professionally at the age of 13, Jeno has worked with a variety of musicians and now spearheads his own projects. Daniel Duffy has enjoyed serving as Music Director of MYSOs Philharmonia since 2014, and joined the MYSO administrative team as Artistic Administrator in 2020. Mr. Winkle currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of Wisconsin Symphony Orchestras and the Civic Music Association of Milwaukee. Please check that you have entered the correct code, and that it has not expired. This past year, Professor Dvorak was honored by having a doctoral dissertation written on his life as a conductor and educator. Lynn Trinkl is a cum laude graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a BM degree in Applied Viola. She has been awarded conducting fellowships and scholarships from the Aspen Music Festival, the Academia Chigiana in Siena, Italy, and the Nebraska-based Festival of a Thousand Oaks. She was also invited to participate in the conducting seminar at Tanglewood where she took master classes with Leonard Bernstein, Seiji Ozawa and Colin Davis. While serving as teaching assistant to Addison Teng, he performed and taught lessons with the Teng Studio on their international tours. She currently has a studio in the Summit area teaching violin, viola, and beginner piano to students of all ages. Additionally, Rosalie holds a Looking back, she considers some of her fondest memories to be related to MYSO, especially those involving the 1997 MYSO tour of Spain and Italy. Mon-Fri, 10:00 am 4:00 pm His repertoire includes recordings with Del Bennet, the Bystanders, Alaria Taylor, Barbara Stephan, Johnny Padilla, and Keith Polvermucker. She has lived and worked overseas and has managed teams across many cultures. In the summer of 2015, she led them on a concert tour to Vienna and Budapest where they performed at MuTh Concert Hall, the Musikvereins Golden Hall, Bla Bartk National Concert Hall and Gdll Palace. He has a bachelors degree in mass communications-journalism and a masters degree in history, both from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Music truly is the universal language! Join to view profile . When hes not mentoring music teachers, he enjoys ballroom dancing and learning to play the accordion. She is a trusted Human Resources senior leader with over 15 years of broad-based HR experience, as well as several years of operational experience. While in Alaska, Ms. Wood was a member of the Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra, with whom she traveled internationally, as well as the Anchorage Civic Orchestra and other local ensembles. Additionally, she was a graduate teaching assistant at UWM, where she taught bassoon methods and undergraduate lessons. He is a frequent adjudicator/clinician and performs as a free-lance percussionist. Terrell Pierce, Director of Operations Lisa Klimczak, House Manager Mr. Babbitt served as Wisconsin Conservatory of Music faculty chair of the String Department from 1996 to 1999 and has also served as adjunct faculty at UWM, UW-Stevens Point, Concordia University, Cardinal Stitch University, Carroll College, Alverno College Community Arts Department, the String Academy of Wisconsin and the Oshkosh Summer String Program. Originally from Texas, she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies with a focus on women and gender. He has twice been honored by the prestigious American School Band Directors Association for lectures he has presented at two of their national conventions, in Duluth, MN, and in Brookfield, WI. 1 with the University of South Carolina Symphony Orchestra in 2019. He is a Past President of the Board of Directors of Milwaukees Civic Music Association who recognized Simmons as a Distinguished Professional in the Arts. He also studied music theory with Dr. John Downey. Managing Director, BlackRock; Prior President, Association of California Symphony Orchestras Board and Trustee of Santa Rosa Symphony and Philharmonia Baroque. In addition, he has performed for many of the touring Broadway productions as part of the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts Broadway Across America series. Published April 26, 2023 at 11:29 AM CDT. Here is a chronological list of Milwaukee Symphony classical concerts during the 2023-'24 season; all programs and soloists are subject to change. My account and performances. Ms. Wood is an active board member for the Suzuki Association of South Central Alaska, and is a current member of the Suzuki Association of the Americas and the Suzuki Association of Wisconsin. Ms. Zakutansky has served as a clinician for several string festivals including the Wisconsin Young Artists Honors Orchestra and the UW-Whitewater Symphony Orchestra High School Honors concert and taught lessons for the Lake Geneva Symphony and the UW-Whitewater String Academy. While at Akron, Connie performed with the University of Akron Faculty Brass Quintet and area professional orchestras. The concerts, which begin at 6:30 p.m., feature a loaded local lineup that includes Milwaukee music mainstays like Collections Of Colonies Of Bees, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Lost Orange Cat . From 1991-2000, Mrs. Michels coached various MYSO orchestras and chamber ensembles and served as an administrative assistant. For 30 years, Simmons leadership has been sought nationally and throughout our region where he has conducted for the Milwaukee Ballet, the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, artists of the Florentine Opera, and the Wisconsin Philharmonic, among other regional orchestras. Rayden graduated from Milwaukee High School of the Arts and The Cello Institute of Milwaukee in 2018. As a percussionist he was involved in NIUs Latin Jazz Band, where he played various percussion instruments, and arranged for the band. In 2009, he was invited to lecture on the topic of Improvisation Through Folk Wind Music for the international convention of Gauverband Nordamerika and repeated this clinic at the 2011 and 2013 conferences. Mr. Kroftas undergraduate work was completed at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and also studied at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. Progressions Cello Instructor Rayden Vaughan Montes is currently studying cello performance at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with Dr. Stefan Kartman. He has given several regular solo recitals and performed in numerous orchestras, including serving as the assistant principal in the Civic Orchestra of Chicago and participating in the Aspen Music Festival. Krista Hettinger, Individual Giving Manager In addition to his teaching, Mr. Fitzpatrick has an active musical career across the United States as a soloist and chamber musician. He also plays with Camerata Milwaukee, and with the Sheboygan Symphony Orchestra as principal second violin. Cheryl Frazes Hill, Chorus Director, Margaret Hawkins Chorus Director Chair. This team's mission: making sure Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra audience members have a safe and comfortable experience in the Bradley Symphony Center. Versed in both orchestral and choral repertoire, she was Music Director of the Long Island Singers Society and, in Milwaukee, has guest conducted The Master Singers, Bel Canto Chorus, Milwaukee Choristers, Lawrence University Choir, Milwaukee Childrens Choir and the Milwaukee Symphony Chorus. Other performances include working with a wide range of luminaries including Leonard Bernstein, Michael Tilson Thomas, Doc Severisen, Ray Charles, Marvin Hamlisch, Bill Conti, Jerry Goldsmith, Jewel, Il Divo, Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, the Moody Blues, Manheim Steamroller, Jerry Lewis, and Bob Newhart. If you have further questions, please contact the MSO Ticket Office at or by calling 414.291.7605. He has taught bucket drumming and West African drumming classes for the Boys and Girls Clubs, and for many years taught drum line for Cudahy Middle/High School and Franklin High School. In fourth grade, Jason wanted to play trumpet in the school band, but his braces cut his lips when he played, so he switched to saxophone as a compromise. Manuels musical tastes are diverse, and he is passionate about continuing to explore various genres of Latin music, including Mariachi, Latin Jazz, Tango, and classical music written by Latin American composers as part of his future professional career. In 2019, she retired from Northwestern Mutual. Constance Aguocha, Assistant Personnel Manager Courtney Buvid, Education Coordinator, Cathy OLoughlin, Controller Sat, 12:00 pm 5:00 pm Seating is limited; reservations are required. Website. Sat, 12:00 pm 5:00 pm Christina Williams,Chorus Manager, Patrick G.H. Because the symphony center is a former. She has been a string sectional coach for the Wisconsin State High School Honors Music Project and has taught for the Waukesha, West Allis, and South Milwaukee School Districts, as well as maintaining a private studio. Be first to know about our concerts, special sales and MSO newssign up for our e-newsletter. Al Bartosik,Box Office Manager In 2015, Paul took first place in the UW-Milwaukee Concerto Competition, playing Tzigane by Ravel. Previous teaching positions include positions at Northwestern University and Texas Christian University. Mr. Krofta is past Jazz Chairperson for the Wisconsin Music Educators Association and Director of Jazz Studies at Marquette University (2003 2006). Kelsey Padron, Artistic Coordinator Since August 2011, she has lived with her two children in Waukesha. As a performer, she has been a member of the Kettle Moraine Symphony, Wisconsin Philharmonic, Concord Chamber Orchestra, Madison Symphony, and Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra. With the musicians of the orchestra, MYSO Artistic and Music Director Carter Simmons is grateful to bring music to our wonderful community where he also serves as Music Director of the Festival City Symphony. She believes it was the performing arts that shaped her into the person she is today, and she cant wait to share that with the staff and students at MYSO! Being involved in choir, band, and dance her entire life, she has a passion for the arts and making them accessible to young people. In addition, Aidan organizes and performs recitals, often playing at events within his community. In July 2014, he was honored with the Austin Harding outstanding achievement award for his contributions in the development of American school bands at the 60th annual convention of the American School Band Directors Association (ASBDA). About | Attendance | Careers | Contact | Donate | Sitemap. Cait Manning joined MYSO in August 2019. Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra Music Director Jonathan Winkle is an accomplished educator, performer, and arts administrator. A MYSO alumnus, Isaiah Simons has been playing the double bass for the past 15 years. Please check that you have entered the correct code, and that it has not expired. She has performed with the Akron Symphony, Canton Symphony, Manchester Symphony, Cleveland Ballet Orchestra, and Cleveland Womens Orchestra. Originally from New Orleans, she was a theatre major at Loyola University, specializing in theatre management, in addition to lighting design. Since 1997, she has taught in the School District of West Allis-West Milwaukee (WAWM) and is currently the Orchestra Director at Frank Lloyd Wright and Lane Intermediate Schools, Director of the WAWM Shining Strings and is the Music Coordinator for the district where she oversees the music programs of 24 teachers in 17 schools.
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