Chicago Symphony Orchestra Appoints Beatrice Chen and Daniel Carson
Award-Winning Violist and Bassist to Join Renowned Ensemble
Chicago, Illinois – July 14, 2023
Beatrice Chen, an acclaimed violist from Chicago, and Daniel Carson, a talented bassist, have been appointed to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) by Music Director Riccardo Muti. Their appointments mark a significant milestone for the orchestra and the music community.
Chen, a graduate of the CSO's prestigious Negaunee Music Institute, is the first violist to be appointed to the CSO in over a decade. She has won numerous awards, including the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, and has performed with leading ensembles around the world.
Carson, a native of Ann Arbor, Michigan, has quickly established himself as one of the most promising bassists of his generation. He has performed with the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
The appointments of Chen and Carson are a testament to the CSO's commitment to excellence and its unwavering support for young musicians. The orchestra is eager to welcome these extraordinary talents to its ranks and looks forward to their contributions to the organization's artistic legacy.
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