University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance

Department of Strings

about

The mission of the Department of Strings is to assist, guide, and encourage students in achieving the highest artistic and intellectual standard of which they are capable. Through individual instruction with a major artist-teacher, ensemble coaching, and musicianship classes, the faculty strives to promote understanding while simultaneously encouraging original, creative thought. By offering a variety of educational options, the faculty seeks to prepare students for career possibilities in traditional and emerging fields.

faculty

Andrew W. Jennings (Chair, violin)

Richard Aaron (cello)

Yehonatan M. Berick (violin)

Aaron Berofsky (violin)

Anthony D. Elliott (cello)

Associated Faculty

Caroline Coade (viola)

Diana Gannett (double bass)

Stephen Molina (double bass)

David Halen (violin)

David Holland (viola)

Joan Raeburn Holland (harp)

Yizhak Schotten (viola)

Stephen Shipps (violin)

Enid Sutherland (baroque cello)

Kathryn Votapek (violin)

Yoonshin Song (violin)

news

DSO Concertmaster is New SMTD Lecturer

Yoonshin Song, concertmaster of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, is a new lecturer in the Department of Strings beginning fall 2013. more

Winners of Annual Concerto Competition Announced

Following two days of intense competition at Hill Auditorium, the winners of the annual School of Music, Theatre & Dance Concerto Competition have been announced. more