Anna Dennis
Described by The Times as a ‘delectable soprano and a serene, ever-sentient presence,’ Anna Dennis studied at the Royal Academy of Music with Noelle Barker OBE. Her concert and operatic performances have included appearances at the BBC Proms, the Wigmore Hall, the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, the Berlin …
David DePeters | percussionist
One of the most sought-after percussionists in the country, David DePeters has been performing with The Philadelphia Orchestra as a fourth percussionist for 28 seasons. In addition, Mr. DePeters performs regularly with the New York Philharmonic touring extensively with both ensembles throughout Europe and Asia. He has held the title …
Claire Désert | piano
One of the most remarkable interpreters of her generation, Claire Désert entered the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris when she was just 14 years old. After studies with Ventsislav Yankoff and Jean Hubeau, she received premiers prix in piano and chamber music. After admission to the postgraduate cycle, …
The Dessoff Choirs
The Dessoff Choirs is one of New York City’s leading choruses. Founded in 1924 by Margarete Dessoff, the group has a reputation for pioneering performances of choral works from the pre-Baroque era through the 21st century. The plural “s” in Choirs connotes the group’s 40-voice core, plus the Symphonic Choir …
Roberto Díaz | violist
A violist of international reputation, Roberto Díaz holds the prestigious position of President and CEO of the Curtis Institute of Music. He thereby follows in the footsteps of renowned soloist/directors such as Rudolf Serkin, Gary Graffman, Efrem Zimbalist and Josef Hofmann. As a professor of viola at Curtis and former …
