Our Musicians
Drawn from more than 70 leading institutions across Kendall Square and Greater Boston, our musicians bring an extraordinary range of backgrounds spanning science, technology, academia, medicine, business, and beyond.
Listed by section in alphabetical order by first name
Woodwinds
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Rosa Kleinman
Seehanah Tang
Ting-Yu Yeh -
Alec Chai
Joel Bard
Nicole Juarez
Robert Rivas -
Kiran Bhardwaj
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Allison Eck
Diego Bacigalupe
Gaston Gosselin
Josh Redman -
Angela Tsou
Erika Olson
Gabrielle Gunn
Melody Morris
Brass
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Eric Miller
Evan Browning
Val Tassinari
William Prince -
CJ Waldrop
Gareth Ramsey
Sina Mohammadi
Teddy Mason -
An-Chi Ling
Diana Cai -
Gabriel Rivera
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Jack Branham
Tim Shepard
Strings
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Yoonhee Lee, concertmaster
Aaron Rasin
Alex Hirsch
Ayu Seiya
Celia Courtright
Christine Ko
Emilio Alverson
Eric Rosenquist
Ian Muneshwar
Jacob Kao
Jessica Zhong
Jiming Chen
Kaylin Pimshan
Mariel McDonough
Mathieu Francois Moutou
Rohan Nathan Pinto
Santino Stropoli
Walter Xu -
Benjamin Carson, principal
Alexandra Rice
Annette Wang
Benjamin Carson
Claire Griffin
Elena Spencer
Emma Lavoie
Jenivee Shih
Jorge Villeda
Julia Huckaby
Katie Worringer
Leo Torrente
Leon Fong
Margaret Chuang
Sharada Dharmasankar
Sophia Amberger
Vinayak Shankar
Xiaoxiao Liu
Yuping Xiao -
Corley Friesen-Johnson, principal
Adam Kohlbus
Cameron Deal
Corley Friesen-Johnson
Denise Kwok
Jacob Brady
Jeffrey Cheng
Lindsay Sheridan
MacKenzie Larkin
Margaret Patkus
Raymond Kwan
Sanghoo Lee
Tyler Huff
Victoria Suha -
Alan Toda-Ambaras, principal
Alex Yang
Benjamin Warwick
Catherine Santrock
Celina Lim
Erin Rousseau
John Anderson
Leina Xu
Natasha Kablaoui
Sam Marder
Steven Lu -
Yizhen Wang, principal
Andrew Hazerjian
Brett Sawka
Jim Gray
Wes Britton -
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