Member's Websites

We have some very talented cellists and professionals who actively participate in the project. Check them out!

In alphabetical order by last name:

Victoria Byran

• PTARMIGAN  STRING QUARTET. Founded in 1996 in Boulder, Colorado, Ptarmigan String Quartet is a professional string quartet that performs a diverse repertoire of music: everything from classical to classic and modern rock and pops. The quartet performs  for special events including Weddings, Receptions, Parties, Civic events, Corporate events, Fund Raisers, and Holiday events. Ptarmigan String Quartet is an award-winning quartet that receives excellent reviews from its clients, and strives to provide the best music and service possible. Ptarmigan's musicians love what they do! Victoria is the cellist, founder, and business coordinator for the quartet. Website: http://www.dmamusic.org/musicians/ptarmigan_string_quartet

• CELLIDOSCOPE CELLO QUARTET. Founded in 2006, Cellidoscope Cello Quartet is a group of four professional cellists who perform for Weddings and other Special Occasions. We are a unique ensemble that performs classical, tangos, rock and pops. Clients rave about the cello quartet's music and exceptional service. Victoria is the founder, member cellist, and business coordinator for Cellidoscope. Website: http://www.dmamusic.org/musicians/cellidoscope_cello_quartet

• BROOMFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Victoria is a section cellist with the Broomfield Symphony. As an independent, self-governed orchestra, the Broomfield Symphony is celebrating its 31st Season. The musicians come from all walks of life and donate their time and talents for rehearsals and four or five concert performances per season. Each year, the orchestra's May concert features the two winners of the symphony's annual youth concerto competition which is held each February. Website: http://www.broomfieldsymphony.org/BSOHome.php

Psyche Dunkhase 

• DARK RABBIT MUSIC, LLC / PSYCHE DUNKHASE is a dynamic, dedicated and accomplished cellist and cello teacher. She has over ten years of experience teaching and is a registered Suzuki Cello Teacher, and an active member of both the local and national Suzuki communities. Website: http://www.psychedunkhase.com

• PRINCESS MUSIC is a five piece, all-star cast of classically- trained players, with backgrounds in a spectrum of musical stylings from chamber music to math metal. The music is built for the heart and the head, with the poignant narratives and spiritually evocative content found within classically influenced rock structures. Website: http://princessmusicband.com

• ORELIA STRING QUARTET is an accomplished group of musicians, who are all graduates of the University of Colorado, that have come together to provide beautiful music for events. Their sound is distinguished by their diverse musical experiences, world-class training, and a deep love for the art of music. Website: www.oreliastringquartet.com

Anna Floyd, PhD

• FLOYD CONSULTING, LLC works with nonprofit organizations to conduct program evaluation, a process invaluable to the sustainability of the nonprofit that can strengthen the nonprofit’s programs and ultimately improve the impact of the organization. Website: http://drannafloyd.com

Abram Herman

• ABRAM HERMAN. When not playing cello with the BCP, Abram's main activity is rock and ice climbing. This year he plans to climb El Capitan in Yosemite, the largest rock face in North America, and is blogging about the experience at www.roadtoelcap.com.

Lisa Haney

• LISA HANEY ILLUSTRATIONS. Lisa Haney attended the University of Buffalo on a full Presidential Scholarship. She graduated summa cum laude, studying illustration under Alan Cober and Kathy Howell. After a stint at the Buffalo News as an illustration intern, she moved to New York City, and found work with The Daily News and the New York Times. From there, her client base expanded to include publications as varied as Fortune, The Progressive, and MAD magazine (and about twenty others). She has contributed regularly to the Wall Street Journal; and for years, she had a weekly column assignment with the New York Times ('Coping', in the Sunday Metro section). Lisa is currently the regular cover artist for The Common Review, published by the Great Books Foundation. She works in scratchboard, with Dr. Martin's Dyes for color.She won 'Best in Show', and other awards at the Colorado Alliance of Illustrators show, but her favorite was 'Best Use of Humor and Whimsy'.  Website: www.lisahaney.com

• TRIO CON BRIO. Cellist Lisa Haney most recently played with the Longmont Symphony and the band 'Wadi Rum'. Before that, she was in New York City, active in (mostly) rock bands, ranging from Hall & Oates to Rasputina. The least 'educated' musically, she would like to think she has cello 'street smarts' to make up for school-learning. Violinist Benjamin Gauss plays both viola and violin, and has a Masters in Performance from the University of Oklahoma (as well as an undergraduate degree in music from CU Boulder). Before returning to Colorado, he played in the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. He now plays in various local symphonies and ensembles, and makes his home in Longmont with his wife Elizabeth, a French Horn player. Pianist Cynthia Tarkanian got a Bachelors in Performance at CU Boulder before pursuing her medical degree in ophthalmology. She won various competitions, and plays with a number of amateur ensembles. Trio Con Brio marks her return to the stage! Website: https://sites.google.com/site/trioconbrioboulder/

Adam Riggs

• ADAM RIGGS. A dynamic soloist and chamber musician, Adam Riggs is an up and coming cellist who loves teaching others the joy of the cello. He has performed across the US and Canada and enjoys playing at weddings and teaching the instrument he loves most. Lessons are designed to meet each students' individual needs with an emphasis on a strong technical foundation that will help prevent injury and improve musicality. Whether you are just starting to play the instrument or auditioning for University, with over 10 years of teaching experience, Adam will be able to help you achieve your goals. Website: http://www.adamriggscello.com

• ADAM RIGGS PHOTOGRAPHY. For the photography: Based in Denver, Adam Riggs is a well rounded photographer whose work has been used by King Soopers and Life/Art Dance Ensemble.  He is available for weddings, engagement sessions, and any other important event that you want to remember with high quality photographs.  The customer's satisfaction is his highest priority; he includes his clients in every step of the process, from choosing their location to picking their favorite photos.  With competitive rates and a desire to get the best shot, he is a delight to work with. Website: http://www.adamriggspictures.com

• LIFE|ART DANCE ENSEMBLE is a charitable and educational nonprofit organization that collaborates with other artists and artistic mediums; and focuses on enhancing the quality of life and independence of Metro Denver’s low-income senior population by providing free dance performances. Website: http://www.lifeartdance.com

Candace Shepard 

• CANDACE SHEPARD FINE ART creates paintings, drawings, printmaking, photography, poetry, and collages through exploration and engagement of direct contact with materials, active meditation and engaging concepts through differing levels of conscious awareness. Website: www.candaceshepard.com

Christen Stephens

• CHRISTEN STEPHENS provides elegant music for weddings and social events and offers a selection of ensembles including solo flute and a number of duos, trios, and quartets. Christen also teaches private flute lessons from her home studio. Website: http://christenstephens.com

Theresa Tan

• THERESA TAN is a versatile cellist who studied classical cello for over 10 years and now performs with Jeremy Dion, a local Americana band based out of Boulder Colorado. Their infectious style of Mile High Americana is likened to David Gray jamming with Ryan Adams, and John Mayer having a back porch picking session with Jerry Garcia. The result is what Vents magazine called “a very pure and genuine sound that grabs the listener right from the start and doesn’t let go.” Website: http://jeremydion.com

Clayton Vaughn, DMA

• DR. CLAYTON VAUGHN is an accomplished cellist and a dedicated cello teacher who helps his students find beautiful tone, technical ease, and artistic expression through the relationship between their instrument and natural body mechanics. He is the principal cellist for the Boulder Chamber Orchestra, and a member of the Colorado Ballet Orchestra, Greeley Philharmonic and the Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra. Website: http://www.claytonvaughn.com

Stephen Wiedner

• VOICE OF THE WOOD CELLO QUARTET was founded in 2003 and originally comprised of the cello section from the Evergreen Chamber Orchestra in Evergreen Colorado. VOW4 believe heavily in music education and therefore shares that passion of music by performing for school and organizations. Website: http://www.voiceofthewood.org

• 88 HAMMERS / STEPHEN WEIDNER is a certified and registered piano technician and owner of 88 Hammers. He is also a cellist with the Evergreen Chamber Orchestra, a retired Adjunct Professor, Director of Strings and Conductor at Colorado School of Mines, and teaches privately at his studios in Evergreen and Aurora. Website: http://88hammers.com

 

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