Oakland Symphony
Rachel Kim, Ed.D., currently serves as the Director of Education and Social Impact for the Oakland Symphony, beginning in June 2024. A co-founder and pianist of the award-winning Curium Trio since 2017, Rachel specializes in the works of women composers and collaborates with leading arts organizations in Northern California. Previously, Rachel was a music teacher at the Teachers College Community School, delivering a culturally responsive curriculum, and an applied music instructor at Teachers College, Columbia University, where individualized lesson plans were tailored for graduate students. Rachel has a strong background in music education, highlighted by award-winning teaching at The Branson School and experience at various music institutions, including staff accompaniment at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Rachel holds a Doctor of Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, alongside multiple degrees in music performance and education from respected institutions.
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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.