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Artistic Leadership

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CIMF Artistic Director

Hailed as a “composer with a career to follow” by Hearst Media, Paul Frucht is an American composer whose music has been acclaimed for its “sense of lyricism, driving pulse, and great urgency” (WQXR), “jagged beauty” (Buffalo News) and “excellent orchestration” (Ridgefield Press). Read more

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CIMF Orchestra Director

Eric Mahl

Known for his contagious energy and passion, Mr. Mahl has solidified his place as one of the most exciting conductors of his generation. His performances captivate audiences, and through these unique musical experiences, he unleashes music’s immense power to bring positive change to the world. Read more

Strings & Piano

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Julia Choi, Violin

Mary Millman Chair

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George Meyer, Violin & Viola

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Jeremías Sergiani-Velázquez, Violin

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Chelsea Starbuck Smith, Violin & Viola

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Jocelyn Zhu, Violin

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Leah Ferguson, Viola

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Jacob Shack, Viola

Tejada Family Chair

Murdock Family Chair

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Mitch Lyon, Cello

Tejada Family Chair

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Francesca McNeeley, Cello

- on sabbatical

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Ariana Nelson, Cello

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Jonathan Borden, Bass

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Emily Levin, Harp

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Mika Sasaki, Piano

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Composition & Conducting

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Jonathan Cziner, Composition

Gary & Susie Singer Chair

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Paul Frucht, Composition

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Jacob Joyce, Conducting

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Eric Mahl, Conducting

Staff

WCYO/CIMF Executive Director

CIMF Artistic Operations Intern

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