Our Musicians
Drawn from over 50 esteemed institutions in Kendall Square and its vicinity, our musicians represent a diverse tapestry of corporate, academic, and professional backgrounds.
Listed by section in alphabetical order by last name
Woodwinds
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Patricia De Andres-Dust
Patrick Kane
Rosa Kleinman
Caroline Sartain
Deborah Stone -
Joel Bard, principal
Aidan Chen -
Joel Bard
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Diego Bacigalupe
Gaston Gosselin
Josh Redman
Tina Tsai
Holly Zheng -
Christopher Lee
Narissa Smogor
Doug Wilkins
Brass
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Evan Browning
Eric Miller
Walter Mosquera
William Prince
Valerie Tassinari -
Graham Herceg
Sina Mohammadi
Gavin Piester -
Jacob Cameron
Jamie Kmak
An-Chi Ling -
Gabriel Rivera
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Jack Branham
Tim Shepard
Strings
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Yoonhee Lee, concertmaster
Jiming Chen
Celia Courtright
Alexis Duggan
Alex Hirsch
Christine Ko
Leah Kwon
Mariel Lambrukos
Isabel Oliart
Lukas Peraza
Aaron Rasin
Eric Rosenquist
Ayu Seiya
Audrey Shadle
Santino Stropoli
Rohan Pinto -
Sophia Szokolay, principal
Sophia Amberger
Margaret Chuang
Mark Cohen
Matthew Costales
Sharada Dharmasankar
Claire Griffin
Xiaoxiao Liu
Ivonne Luna
Jenivee Shih
Rina Sojli
Elena Spencer
Leo Torrente
Jorge Villeda
Annette Wang
Cynthia Wang
Katie Worringer
Yuping Xiao -
Luther Warren, principal
Jacob Brady
Cameron Deal
Tyler Huff
Raymond Kwan
Denise Kwok
Jackie Meyer
Rebecca Morris
Eliza Price
Nishita Roy
Victoria Suha -
Alan Toda-Ambaras, principal
John Anderson
Katie Baldwin
Natasha Kablaoui
Steven Lu
Sam Marder
Maggie Norberg
Erin Rousseau
Catherine Santrock
Eren Shin
Leina Xu
Margaret Zhang -
Yizhen Wang, principal
Andrea Belanger
Wes Britton
Jim Gray
Andrew Hazerjian -
Lazaro Zayas
Interested in becoming a member?
Kendall Square Orchestra holds open auditions on an annual basis prior to the start of each season.
Auditions for the 2024-25 season are now closed. Please visit our Auditions page for more info.
Please reach out to Andy Wilds at a.wilds@kendallsquareorchestra.org with any questions about joining the orchestra.
Our Values
MUSICAL EXCELLENCE
Join a distinguished collective of musicians who strive for the highest level of artistic excellence.
Our orchestra is revered for its ability to deliver outstanding performances that leave a lasting impact on audiences.
DIVERSE REPERTOIRE
Engage in a diverse repertoire that spans a wide range of musical genres, from classical masterpieces to contemporary compositions.
Our commitment to artistic diversity ensures a fulfilling and dynamic experience for everyone.
PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT
Immerse yourself in a professional and supportive community, where your talents will be nurtured and your musical growth will flourish.
We offer a platform for artistic exploration and collaboration, allowing you to reach new heights in your musical journey.
MENTORSHIP AND GUIDANCE
Benefit from the guidance of our esteemed conductor and experienced section leaders.
They will provide invaluable insights and assist in your artistic development, helping you refine your skills and reach your full potential.
INSPIRING MUSICAL EXPERIENCES
Showcase your talent through captivating performances that will be shared with a global audience. As a member of the Kendall Square Orchestra, you will have the opportunity to perform at esteemed venues such as Boston’s Symphony Hall and to create unforgettable musical moments, leaving a lasting impression on both your fellow musicians and our enthusiastic audiences.
Our orchestra plays a vital role in facilitating events that bring together stakeholders from the patient, medical, and industry communities, supporting advancements in the treatment of challenging diseases. By participating in K²O, you become an integral part of this noble cause, utilizing music as a catalyst for progress and healing.
K²O MEMBERS AREA (Private)
If you need to log into the member area and have forgotten or lost the password, please contact K²O operations manager, Andy Wilds: a.wilds@kendallsquareorchestra.org