Santa Barbara Symphony
Kristine Pacheco-Bernt is an accomplished violinist and educator with extensive experience in music administration, teaching, and community engagement within the Santa Barbara area. Currently serving as the Program Administrator at the Music Academy since August 2022, Kristine also holds the position of Teaching Artist with the Santa Barbara Symphony since May 2013, where a commitment to connecting music education with children's development is emphasized. Additionally, Kristine has worked as the Education Programs Manager and Director of Education for the San Luis Obispo Symphony Orchestra since November 2017, and has maintained a freelance music career as a private instructor and performer since August 2008. Kristine holds a Master of Music degree in Solo Violin Performance from San Francisco State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of California, Berkeley.
Santa Barbara Symphony
The Santa Barbara Symphony was founded in 1953 on the belief that a special city deserves a special orchestra. For over 60 years, the Santa Barbara Symphony has been lauded for its unique ability to deliver brilliant concerts, engage the community at large, and deliver powerful music education programs.