Performing Experience
Emma has been playing cello since 2001
Emma has had various performing experiences through the state of Wisconsin, North Carolina, and Oregon:
Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra, Portland, OR â–ª 2018-2019
WI La Crosse Symphony, La Crosse, WI â–ª November 2017 – June 2018
Echelon Quartet, Madison, WI â–ª 2016 – June 2018
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Horn Quintet, Madison, WI â–ª December 2017
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Cellist, Rhapsody Arts Trio â–ª October 2016 – June 2017
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Prepare multiple piano trios to perform for the public, specifically at the Verona and Waunakee Public Libraries. Prepare miniature lectures about Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. Construct a one-hour lecture recital for each composer with performances of their piano trios and miniature lessons. Teach the public about the importance of music and show how simple it is to relate to famous composers.
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Perform Carnival of the Animals at Monona Terrace for Lakeside Kids program. Assist in arranging the piece for piano trio. Attend weekly rehearsals in preparation.
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Perform an hour-long program for Grace Episcopal Church for their First Monday Meals event and for the Stoughton Senior Center Dinner.
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Senior Recital, University of Wisconsin - Madison â–ª December 2014
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Cello Suite No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1008, J.S Bach (1685-1750)
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Cello Suite No. 1, Olivia Zeuske (b. 1990)
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Suite for Solo Cello, Gaspar Cassado (1897-1966)
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Misty, Erroll Garner (1923-1977)
University of Wisconsin Madison Symphony, Madison, WI â–ª January 2013 – December 2014
University of Wisconsin Chamber Ensembles, Madison, WI â–ª January 2013 – December 2014
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Graduate Piano Trio
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Piano Quartet
Eastern Music Festival, Greensboro, NC â–ª June – August 2013
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Performances under conductors Gerard Schwarz and Grant Cooper.
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Principal Cellist for Violin Concerto, Op. 47, Jean Sibelius (1865-1957)
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*Feel free to ask Emma more about her performance experiences*
Teaching & Administration Experience
Professional Guidance
Lead Teaching Artist at BRAVO Youth Orchestras 2019-2021
Teaching Artist at BRAVO Youth Orchestras 2018-2019
Private Cello Instructor, Private Studio â–ª 2009 – Present
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Cello Instructor & Chamber Coach, Farley’s House of Pianos â–ª Fall 2016 – June 2018
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Music Studio Assistant, Farley’s House of Pianos â–ª 2017 – June 2018
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Chamber Program Manager, Farley’s House of Pianos â–ª May 2017 – June 2018
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Cello Instructor, Whitehorse Middle School â–ª March 2017 – May 2018
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Cello Instructor & Small Class Instructor, Rhapsody Arts Center â–ª February 2015 – October 2017
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Chamber Coach, Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras â–ª September 2013 – May 2015
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*Ask Emma more about her teaching and administration history!*
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