Meet the Wichita Symphony

Member since 2019

Coffee lover, hiker, & fan of movie soundtracks. Besides my concertmaster job, I perform as soloist around the country and run a nonprofit.

Member since 2018

I also played in the WSO from 2005-2010 before graduate studies in California and Brazil. I love hiking and I study cosmology and vigesimal math.

Member since 2000

I also teach at Bethel College, and perform with Dominique Corbeil in our duo, Nova Deco. I also golf, conduct a choir, and mow my 5 acres!

Member since 2003

Member since 1986

I have been playing violin since 5th grade, went to college in MI and IN, and now play and teach in Wichita. I also have cats and dogs.

Member since 2019

Great to be back for another year of music making with the WSO!

Member since 2019

Member since 2022

I am from Wichita and now live in Chicago where I teach and freelance. I have degrees from DePaul & NYU. This is my 1st season with the WSO!

Member since 1974

A Wichita Symphony violinist for 40+ years, I've taught music, and worked in marketing and communications. Look for me in my garden today!

Member since 1992

I've been a member of the Wichita Symphony for 26 years. I also play in the Music Theatre Wichita orchestra during the summers, and have 45 students in my private studio.

Member since 2021

New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 2002

I grew up in Wichita, and began violin at age 5. I enjoy teaching, from beginners to college students. I also love travelling and being with my family.

Member since 1988

This is my 34th season playing with the WSO! I love teaching, playing with my church orchestra at Central Community and painting.

Member since 2019

I have played in orchestras and music festivals in Virginia and North Carolina for many years.

Member since 2018

Born in Hong Kong, currently residing in Kansas City after graduating from University of Missouri - Kansas City with M.M. degree.

Member since 2004

I'm a wife, mom, author, and wedding musician. I have a large studio of Violin/Piano students and am VP of Musician's Union Local #297.

Member since 1986

Happily transplanted from the San Francisco bay area to Wichita. Alumna to Indiana University and Wichita State, I also enjoy chamber music and hiking vacations in the mountains.

Member since 2008

I also perform light classical/ jazz with my husband, David, in our group "Clazzy", teach violin, and travel. Goal is to see all states!

Member since 2021

New to the WSO, photo pending!

Member since 2019

Member since 2002

Rebecca Schloneger has played with Wichita Symphony since 2002 and is currently a middle school orchestra teacher.

Member since 2017

I live in College Hill with my husband and two daughters, and serve as Director of the WSU Suzuki Academy.

Member since 2005

In my "other life" I am a Physical Therapist for Advanced Physical Therapy of Newton. I have one husband, two cats, and three kids. I Love Love the WSO!

Member since 1989

Catherine is thrilled to play her 33rd season with the fabulous WSO! catherineconsiglioviola.com

Member since 1994

I love to play my viola. When I am not playing viola I am hard at work on silver smithing and sewing. I have two standard poodles, my boys.

Member since 2014

I have been a proud violist for 18 years. I love working with the youth at my church and in my spare time I enjoy photography and sewing.

Member since 1983

I teach at Friends University and Bethel College.

Member since 2019

I am from Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. I’ve been playing for 13 years. I love dogs, drinking coffee, playing video games, and traveling.

Member since 1983

I'm a private viola teacher as well as contractor for Musical Elegance, string groups for all occasions.

Member since 1999

I am originally from Kansas City and hold two degrees from Wichita State. I also work in the loan department at Golden Plains Credit Union.

Member since 2015

Member since 1973

I teach orchestra at Allison Middle School, and have enjoyed playing with Music Theatre Wichita since 1980. I also love playing with string quartet pals all over fabulous Wichita!

Member since 2012

Recent transplant from Kansas City, and loving living in Wichita. I enjoy cooking and reading and playing music.

Member since 1982

My mother started my playing the cello at age five. I am proud to be have been a Wichita State alumnus and an educator for 32 years with the USD 259.

Member since 2004

I'm equally passionate about playing and teaching cello. I also love gardening, yoga, my 16-lb cat, and soon I will have visited all 50 states!

Member since 2001

I'm a 19-year WSO member and private cello teacher. If my cello's not in hand, you'll find me in the garden or the kitchen with my kids!

Member since 1983

I have played in the WSO a long time! I teach at Emporia State and play in a variety of different musical groups with my friends.

Member since 1989

Mark Foley is Professor of Bass, Jazz and Audio Production at Wichita State University. Listen for his commentary on KMUW Radio.

Member since 2022

Excited for my first full season with the WSO! When not playing music you can find me bartending or out playing disc golf.

Member since 1998

When not playing the bass with the WSO, you can find me directing orchestras at East High School or the WYSO Repertory Orchestra!

Member since 1988

I am an orchestra teacher in Maize. I also teach private lessons. In my spare time, I like to play the ukulele and watch movies.

Member since 1995

I am a Wichita State grad and part time office assistant. Cooking is a favorite pastime. I love being with my husband and four active teens!

Member since 2003

I started bass at age 9. It took me to Wichita State, where I met my husband. I now teach lessons from home and raise our three girls.

Member since 2016

Jeb Wallace serves as Associate Professor of Horn at WSU. He lives in College Hill with his wife and three daughters.

Member since 2022

Member since 2022

Member since 2018

I love to try new things! I enjoy rock climbing in my free time, as well as anything that keeps me active. Cat dad and big beer nerd.

Member since 2019

Based in Kansas City, MO, I devote my time between freelancing, at home baking, and coffee!

Member since 2012

David is principal trumpet of the WSO and the Lancaster Festival, Associate Professor of Trumpet at WSU, and the inventor of the Gapper®.

Member since 2022

I am currently pursuing my MM in Trumpet Performance at WSU. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Sara, and my cat, Stella.

Member since 1989

Retired band director who retired from the Wichita Public Schools in 2012 and Friends University 2019.

Member since 1982

A Wichita State grad, I have been an active teacher and performer since 1979. I teach in Derby, play for MTW and Blue Eyed Soul.

Member since 2018

I am a trombonist & teacher who loves discussing books, leadership, & pedagogy. I enjoy cooking and watching TV with my wife & dog.

Member since 1994

Musician, husband, and father sum me up. I currently teach at WSU and Bethel College and freelance throughout the area. I like the color blue.

Member since 1989

Besides playing in the WSO, I serve on the staff at the WSU College of Fine Arts as Audio Producer and Sound Designer/Advisor for Opera and Musical Theater.

Member since 1986

I've been teaching tuba and euphonium at Wichita State since 1986. I also perform with the Wichita Brass Quintet. I do accept a few private students.