Oakland Symphony
Luna Alonso-Glasner is a versatile and experienced educator and artist, currently working as a Teaching Artist in the MUSE Program at Oakland Symphony. With a background in cello instruction and diverse teaching roles, Luna has also worked as an Artist in Residence at Berkeley Youth Orchestra and a Cello Instructor at Music Mission San Francisco. Additionally, Luna has experience as a TK-8 Teacher at Lazear Public Charter and as a Climate Corps Education Outdoors Fellow with AmeriCorps. Luna's passion for teaching extends to their volunteer work with indigenous communities in Ecuador, showcasing their commitment to cultural exchange and education. Luna holds a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental and Urban Studies from Bard College.
Oakland Symphony
The Oakland Symphony brings together orchestral music, choral music and youth education to strengthen the Oakland/East Bay community by providing quality live performances, education for lifetime enrichment and the perpetuation of the performing arts. Oakland Symphony Michael Morgan, Music Director & Conductor Bryan Nies, Associate Conductor The Oakland Symphony celebrates its 28th Anniversary Season as a regional orchestra that serves the diverse population of the East Bay. OEBS has gained wide recognition for its unique convergence of artistic excellence and community service. Oakland Symphony Chorus Lynne Morrow, Music Director The Oakland Symphony Chorus has been recognized as one of the East Bay's finest choirs and a premier resource for continuing education in the choral arts. In addition to presenting their own concerts and workshops, the OSC collaborates with many performing arts groups. Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra Omid Zoufonoun, Youth Orchestra Principal Conductor The Youth Orchestra is recognized as an outstanding musical organization in Oakland and the San Francisco Bay area. Today it consists of over 100 talented music students aged 12 to 22 from throughout the region.