Marty Kluger

Marty Kluger has extensive experience in both music and scientific research. Since September 1980, Kluger has served as the Timpanist and principal timpani chair for the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, funded by David and Peggy Starr. From August 2016 to July 2017, Kluger worked as a Middle School Science Educator at The Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy. Prior experience includes a tenure as a Research Scientist at Yale University School of Medicine from January 1998 to June 2016, where Kluger focused on the biology of human microvascular endothelial cells and their implications in various health pathologies. Kluger holds a Master's degree in Percussion from Yale School of Music, a Bachelor's degree in Music from Yale College, and a PhD from the University of Connecticut. Additionally, Kluger is an alumnus of The Juilliard School.