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Soloist Episodes

Oct. 6, 2025

Nancy Zhou: Concert Violinist

Virtuoso violinist Nancy Zhou is a renowned concert violinist, classical music social media influencer, and teacher at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Listen as she talks about her traditional Chinese music background, her musical mentors, competitions, and her journey through social media.
Guest: Nancy Zhou
June 2, 2025

Amy Schwartz Moretti: Robert McDuffie Center for Strings

Artistic Director of the Robert McDuffie Center for Strings and violinist of the Ehnes Quartet, Amy Schwartz Moretti is a violinist who has established herself as a soloist, chamber musician, and guest concertmaster. Listen as Moretti shares stories of how she met James Ehnes and Robert McDuffie, t…