Our Alumni - Curtis Institute of Music
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Our Alumni - Curtis Institute of Music
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Your connection to Curtis doesn’t end when you graduate.
Through our invaluable peer network, alumni events and programs, participation in local and global performances, Curtis Studio, and our Artist Management program, Curtis is committed to helping you advance your career and have a fulfilling life in music.
Alumni are also essential advocates, ensuring that future generations can have transformative educational experiences, tuition-free, and grow into their potential.
Our graduates’ participation and contributions help us continue our unparalleled 100-year legacy of educating and training musicians who have led, and will lead, classical music into a thriving, equitable, multidimensional future.
For Alumni
Alumni Resources
Contact Us
Office of Alumni Relations
Curtis Institute of Music
1726 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Email
:
alumni@curtis.edu
Phone
:
(215) 875-4226
During high school, I was always at my teacher’s side, asking ‘What do I do next?’ After entering Curtis, I was left alone in a way, to figure out how to make music on my own. Ultimately, here you learn how to figure things out for yourself.
— Anastasiia Sidorova (Voice ’22)
MEZZO-SOPRANO, CURTIS ALUMNA AND OPERA PHILADELPHIA EMERGING ARTIST
There wasn’t a single course at Curtis that was not valuable. All the teachers cared about what they were doing, and I think that’s something to be treasured. I learned to make music at Curtis in a way that was full of love: love for the music, and a passion to communicate that love to any listener.
— Paul Jacobs (Organ ’00)
CURTIS ALUMNUS AND CHAIR OF THE JUILLIARD SCHOOL'S ORGAN DEPARTMENT
Curtis is the most loving, caring, and supportive community I have been in so far ... it is a place where you can feel perfectly safe to make mistakes—which is crucial to your growth as an artist.
— Gergana Haralampieva (Violin ’16)
ALUMNA AND VIOLINIST IN CARNEGIE HALL’S ENSEMBLE CONNECT
Who They Are
Violin ’02
Jennifer Koh
Violinist Jennifer Koh explores a broad and eclectic repertoire while promoting diversity and inclusivity in classical music.
Learn More
Double Bass ’09
Paul Kowert
Double bassist Paul Kowert has blazed a unique career path through classical, jazz, bluegrass, and folk forms.
Learn More
Opera ’09
Amanda Majeski
Soprano Amanda Majeski makes every experience count.
Learn More
Piano ’65
Lambert Orkis
Pianist Lambert Orkis has leveraged the hard work and passion instilled in him at Curtis to become a beloved collaborator and world-class artist.
Learn More
Violin ’04
Karina Canellakis
Violin alumna Karina Canellakis has become a compelling, and award-winning, presence on the podium.
Learn More
Organ ’00
Paul Jacobs
For organ virtuoso Paul Jacobs, advocacy and artistry go hand in hand.
Learn More
In addition to prominent solo careers, many Curtis alumni have gone on to positions in major orchestras, opera companies, chamber ensembles; hold teaching positions at renowned educational institutions; work with important community outreach organizations; and more. Below, explore a selection of notable organizations that Curtis alumni call home.
Orchestras
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
7% Curtis alumni, 4 principal chairs held by alumni
Houston Symphony
8%, 4 principals
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
10%, 5 principals, music director Robert Spano
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
11%, 5 principals
Seattle Symphony
13%, 4 principals
National Symphony Orchestra
14%, 3 principals
Boston Symphony Orchestra
17%, 4 principals
New York Philharmonic
18%, 4 principals
Minnesota Orchestra
19%, 5 principals
Pittsburgh Symphony
19%, 5 principals
Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
30%, 3 principals
Philadelphia Orchestra
45%, 4 principals
Opera Companies
Bavarian State Opera
Canadian Opera Company
English National Opera
Glimmerglass Opera
Glydenbourne Festival Opera
Houston Grand Opera
Teatro alla Scala
Los Angeles Opera
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Metropolitan Opera
Minnesota Opera
Opera Philadelphia
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
Opera National de Paris
Royal Opera London
Salzburg Opera
San Francisco Opera
Santa Fe Opera
Semperoper Dresden
Vienna State Opera
Washington National Opera
Chamber Ensembles
Aizuri Quartet
Borromeo Quartet
Brentano Quartet
Canadian Brass
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
CMS Two
Dover Quartet
Dolce Suono Ensemble
Daedalus Quartet
Eighth Blackbird
Johannes Quartet
Miami String Quartet
Muir String Quartet
Sixth Floor Trio
Time for Three
Educational and Community Institutions
Berklee College of Music
Colburn School
Curtis Institute of Music
Eastman School of Music
Ensemble Connect
The Harmony Effect
Juilliard School
New England Conservatory
Manhattan School of Music
Mannes School of Music
Peabody Conservatory
Philadelphia Orchestra Teaching Artists
Play on, Philly!
Project 440
Stanford University
Seoul National University
USC Thornton School of Music
At Curtis Institute of Music, the world’s great young musicians develop into exceptional artists, creators, and innovators—and become part of a unique supportive, engaged alumni community for life. The alumni directory tool allows you to search Curtis alumni by name, major, or graduation year going back to the founding of the school.
Search Directory
Play to your greatness.
Request Info
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Subscribe to our newsletter for Curtis news, events, announcements, and more.
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Skip to content
Your connection to Curtis doesn’t end when you graduate.
Through our invaluable peer network, alumni events and programs, participation in local and global performances, Curtis Studio, and our Artist Management program, Curtis is committed to helping you advance your career and have a fulfilling life in music.
Alumni are also essential advocates, ensuring that future generations can have transformative educational experiences, tuition-free, and grow into their potential.
Our graduates’ participation and contributions help us continue our unparalleled 100-year legacy of educating and training musicians who have led, and will lead, classical music into a thriving, equitable, multidimensional future.
For Alumni
Alumni Resources
Contact Us
Office of Alumni Relations
Curtis Institute of Music
1726 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
:
alumni@curtis.edu
Phone
:
(215) 875-4226
During high school, I was always at my teacher’s side, asking ‘What do I do next?’ After entering Curtis, I was left alone in a way, to figure out how to make music on my own. Ultimately, here you learn how to figure things out for yourself.
— Anastasiia Sidorova (Voice ’22)
MEZZO-SOPRANO, CURTIS ALUMNA AND OPERA PHILADELPHIA EMERGING ARTIST
There wasn’t a single course at Curtis that was not valuable. All the teachers cared about what they were doing, and I think that’s something to be treasured. I learned to make music at Curtis in a way that was full of love: love for the music, and a passion to communicate that love to any listener.
— Paul Jacobs (Organ ’00)
CURTIS ALUMNUS AND CHAIR OF THE JUILLIARD SCHOOL'S ORGAN DEPARTMENT
Curtis is the most loving, caring, and supportive community I have been in so far ... it is a place where you can feel perfectly safe to make mistakes—which is crucial to your growth as an artist.
— Gergana Haralampieva (Violin ’16)
ALUMNA AND VIOLINIST IN CARNEGIE HALL’S ENSEMBLE CONNECT
Who They Are
Violin ’02
Jennifer Koh
Violinist Jennifer Koh explores a broad and eclectic repertoire while promoting diversity and inclusivity in classical music.
Learn More
Double Bass ’09
Paul Kowert
Double bassist Paul Kowert has blazed a unique career path through classical, jazz, bluegrass, and folk forms.
Learn More
Opera ’09
Amanda Majeski
Soprano Amanda Majeski makes every experience count.
Learn More
Piano ’65
Lambert Orkis
Pianist Lambert Orkis has leveraged the hard work and passion instilled in him at Curtis to become a beloved collaborator and world-class artist.
Learn More
Violin ’04
Karina Canellakis
Violin alumna Karina Canellakis has become a compelling, and award-winning, presence on the podium.
Learn More
Organ ’00
Paul Jacobs
For organ virtuoso Paul Jacobs, advocacy and artistry go hand in hand.
Learn More
In addition to prominent solo careers, many Curtis alumni have gone on to positions in major orchestras, opera companies, chamber ensembles; hold teaching positions at renowned educational institutions; work with important community outreach organizations; and more. Below, explore a selection of notable organizations that Curtis alumni call home.
Orchestras
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
7% Curtis alumni, 4 principal chairs held by alumni
Houston Symphony
8%, 4 principals
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
10%, 5 principals, music director Robert Spano
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
11%, 5 principals
Seattle Symphony
13%, 4 principals
National Symphony Orchestra
14%, 3 principals
Boston Symphony Orchestra
17%, 4 principals
New York Philharmonic
18%, 4 principals
Minnesota Orchestra
19%, 5 principals
Pittsburgh Symphony
19%, 5 principals
Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
30%, 3 principals
Philadelphia Orchestra
45%, 4 principals
Opera Companies
Bavarian State Opera
Canadian Opera Company
English National Opera
Glimmerglass Opera
Glydenbourne Festival Opera
Houston Grand Opera
Teatro alla Scala
Los Angeles Opera
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Metropolitan Opera
Minnesota Opera
Opera Philadelphia
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
Opera National de Paris
Royal Opera London
Salzburg Opera
San Francisco Opera
Santa Fe Opera
Semperoper Dresden
Vienna State Opera
Washington National Opera
Chamber Ensembles
Aizuri Quartet
Borromeo Quartet
Brentano Quartet
Canadian Brass
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
CMS Two
Dover Quartet
Dolce Suono Ensemble
Daedalus Quartet
Eighth Blackbird
Johannes Quartet
Miami String Quartet
Muir String Quartet
Sixth Floor Trio
Time for Three
Educational and Community Institutions
Berklee College of Music
Colburn School
Curtis Institute of Music
Eastman School of Music
Ensemble Connect
The Harmony Effect
Juilliard School
New England Conservatory
Manhattan School of Music
Mannes School of Music
Peabody Conservatory
Philadelphia Orchestra Teaching Artists
Play on, Philly!
Project 440
Stanford University
Seoul National University
USC Thornton School of Music
At Curtis Institute of Music, the world’s great young musicians develop into exceptional artists, creators, and innovators—and become part of a unique supportive, engaged alumni community for life. The alumni directory tool allows you to search Curtis alumni by name, major, or graduation year going back to the founding of the school.
Search Directory
Play to your greatness.
Request Info
Visit
Apply
Subscribe to our newsletter for Curtis news, events, announcements, and more.
Sign Up