David Lowe
Viola
Played with the Salina Symphony since:
1980s
Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee
Current City: Lindsborg, KS
Education:
Bachelor of Music – Juilliard School of Music, Master of Arts – Columbia University Teachers College, Doctor of Musical Arts – University of Colorado
Job Title:
Private violin and viola teacher, Adjunct Instructor of violin/viola Kansas Wesleyan University
Earliest musical memory:
My relatives in southern Mississippi playing Blue Grass
Best part of being a Salina Symphony musician:
Friendships and working under Ken Hakoda
Most memorable performance with the Salina Symphony:
When I was able to perform Harold in Italy as solo violist with the Symphony
Favorite composer:
Elliot Carter (new) Bach (old)
What song best describes you when you first wake up in the morning?
Sleepers Wake by Bach
What kind of music do you enjoy listening to?
Modern classical: Bartok, Hindemith, John Adams, etc.
How do you spend your free time?
Lots of quality time with my wife Andy, practicing the viola and walking my little dog Maggie.
Whom do you admire?
Elliot Carter
What is your greatest accomplishment?
Wonderful relationships with my family, playing the viola and helping some very talented students.