Former principal percussionist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra who has given master classes and clinics worldwide

Margaret Batjer, a graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music, has served as concertmaster of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra since 1998. Throughout her successful career as soloist, chamber musician, teacher, and concertmaster, she has established herself as a versatile and respected artist worldwide.

First violin of the world-renowned Tokyo String Quartet and internationally recognized violinist

Richard Beene, Dean Emeritus of the Colburn Conservatory of Music, enjoys an active career as a teacher, soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral performer.

In 2010, Ms. Belen founded Center Stage Strings, a summer camp and performance festival for gifted young musicians. Ms. Belen plays on a 1709 Alessandro Gagliano violin from the Mandell Collection of Southern California.

One of the most important pianists and pedagogues who has won many top prizes worldwide