a2. orchestra is excited to introduce our new logo and with it, our new visual identity, reflecting our growth beyond our beginnings as a student ensemble. While we continue to engage young musicians, our focus now centers on innovative programming and a broader community united by artistic excellence.

Dvořák’s American String Quartet has been a piece of music on violinist Helena O’Sullivan’s radar now for almost ten years. Hear what Helena had to say when she sat down with a2. orchestra team member Charlotte Greenway.

a2. orchestra team member Charlotte Greenway, sat down with percussionist Cara Daily, who will be performing at our next concert “The American”. They spoke about Cara’s interests as well as her beginnings as a percussionist, what playing chamber music is like for a percussionist, and about Cara’s future ambitions.

a2. orchestra director Josh Spirek sat down with our Violin soloist Lisa Smith, who will be performing the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto at our next concert "Triumph & Tragedy". They spoke about the monumental task of playing a piece once deemed impossible and how to go about "climbing the mountain".

a2. orchestra team member Charlotte Greenway sat down with double bassist Josh Spirek, who will be performing at our next concert ”The American”. They spoke about Josh’s beginnings as a bassist, the repertoire for the upcoming concert, and playing in a chamber ensemble.

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