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Silas Hunt

Winston-Salem

Summary

Accomplished cellist with extensive performance experience at UNCSA and Indiana University, showcasing expertise in expressive artistry through solo and ensemble performances, including premieres of original compositions. Proven ability to excel in symphonic orchestras, contributing to a vibrant musical community.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

UNCSA Music Student

UNCSA


  • Performed with the UNCSA Strings Symphony
  • Specialized in classical music
  • Performed with UNCSA "Spontaneous Sound: A Festival of Jazz and Improvised Music”
  • Attended master classes with Brooks Whitehouse
  • Studies Jazz with Steve Alford
  • Performed at UNCSA Performance Hour

Lead Stand for UNCG Advanced String Festival

UNCG
10.2024 - Current
  • Auditioned and assigned lead stand for string festival
  • Performed various pieced under the direction of Dr. Jungho Kim and Dr. Marissa Guarriello


Rocky Ridge Music Center

Cello Soloist and Ensemble Performer
07.2022 - 07.2024

Sample of pieces I performed:

  • Camille Saint-Saëns: Cello Concerto No. 2 in D minor, Op. 119 (1902), 2024
  • Gabriel Fauré’s Élégie Op. 24, July 2023
  • The Swans, by Saint-Saëns, July 2022

Composed and debuted a piece I composed:

  • Notorious Salad Humanity, composed for piano, viola, and cello, and performed with two others, July 2023

Studied Cello Indiana University Strings Program

Helen Ford, Lead Cello Instructor
01.2017 - 06.2024

Sample of pieces I performed:

  • Saint Saens First Cello Concerto in A minor,Op. 33, Movement I, at Recital Hall, Indiana University, Bloomington, October, 2023
  • Second Bach Prelude for Cello at Indiana University, Nov. 2023
  • Performed at Concert Hall, Indiana University, Der Tod und das Mädchen, arranged for cello ensemble, by Schubert - October, 2023
  • Performed Prelude to Bach Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor BWV 1008, performed April 14, 2023 at Indiana University, Bloomington
  • Performed Gnomentanz, Op. 50 No. 2 by Popper, Feb. 2023, Indiana University
  • Duet recital Performance: Performed with Helen Ford, Vivaldi: Concerto for 2 Cellos in G Minor, RV 531 - March, 2023
  • Performed Cello Concerto No. 4 in G Major by Goltermann, Op. 65 - April, 2022 at Indiana University, Bloomington

Education

Pursuing A Major in Cello - Music

UNCSA
Winston-Salem, NC
05-2026

Skills

  • Music sight reading
  • Engaging presenter
  • Proficient in orchestral performance
  • Extensive performance background
  • Skilled in memorization techniques
  • Orchestra experience
  • Music theory knowledge
  • Musical composition

Timeline

Lead Stand for UNCG Advanced String Festival

UNCG
10.2024 - Current

Rocky Ridge Music Center

Cello Soloist and Ensemble Performer
07.2022 - 07.2024

Studied Cello Indiana University Strings Program

Helen Ford, Lead Cello Instructor
01.2017 - 06.2024

UNCSA Music Student

UNCSA

Pursuing A Major in Cello - Music

UNCSA
Silas Hunt