Marianne Martinoli
Owner & Violinist
Throughout her career Marianne has worked professionally as both a classical and pop violinist. Her playing experience ranges from some of the most renowned orchestras in the US to playing at multi-million dollar events, weddings, corporate parties, and special occasions. She has worked alongside John Legend, Harry Connick Jr., Smokey Robinson, Kristen Chenoweth, Yo-Yo Ma, Joshua Bell, Megan Hilty, Earth, Wind and Fire, Jay Demarcus, Jason Scheff, Carmen Bradford, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Bublé, Pink Martini, Chrissie Hynde, the Violent Femmes, La Santa Cecilia, and many more. Marianne has also performed the film scores of Nicholas Hooper, Michael Giacchino, and Warner Bros., in participation with CineConcert's Harry Potter™ Film Concert Series.
Marianne holds both a bachelor & master degree, with Academic Achievement Awards, in Violin Performance from the renowned Cleveland Institute of Music. She spent her time there studying extensively with the top violin pedagogues in the US, including William Preucil, Kathleen Winkler, Grigory Kalinovsky, and Paul Kantor.
Marianne currently plays professionally accross the United States, but is based in Phoenix, AZ. In addition to operating and performing for her own company, Element Ensembles, she plays regularly with The Phoenix Symphony, Covergirls Violin Show, Magnificent Events LTD, and tours during the holidays with Luminare Christmas.
Therese Cudmore
Cellist
Therese is a Phoenix native and cellist of 19 years.
She performs extensively around the valley and has worked with some of the most well known musical groups, including the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
In her free time, she likes to involve herself in Theater, whether it be playing cello in a pit orchestra or being an assistqnt stage manager!
Ava Wipff
Violinist
An avid performer, Arizona native Ava Wipff enjoys a varied career as an orchestral musician, full-time student, and private teacher.
In August of 2023, she won her first orchestral audition and became a contracted member of the Arizona Philharmonic, and is incredibly grateful to make music in Prescott.
Ava enjoys gig life in Arizona, and has performed with the Grammy award winning Phoenix Chorale, Element Ensembles, the Margot Fonteyn Academy of Ballet with Rainer Krenstetter, and Smokey Robinson.
Ava enjoys cooking, baking, and the company of her family dogs, Opal and Daisy. She is a current student of Dr. Katie McLin.
GraceWills
Violist & Violinist
Grace is an accomplished Phoenix-based violinist and violist. With over 19 years of performance experience
She enjoys performing in a variety of musical genres such as classical, pop, rock, jazz, folk, and musical theater.
Grace currently holds the position of Principal Second Violin in the West Valley Symphony and regularly performs in many ensembles throughout the state, including Arizona Opera, MusicaNova Orchestra, Arizona Philharmonic, The Phoenix Theatre Company, and Arizona Broadway Theatre.
Grace received bachelor’s degrees in Violin Performance with Dr. Katherine McLin and in Economics with a minor in Health Care Compliance and Regulations at Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University.
When not performing, Grace works for the Arizona Auditor General as a performance auditor and she enjoys rock climbing, hiking, and reading.
Sophia Bavishi
Resident Vocals, Lyricist, and Electronic Artist
Sophia is a singer/songwriter and live digital performer. She has found a passion for live looping and inventing different and unique ways to create her original music.
She uses Ableton during her performances to capture the live digital aspect, and focuses on creating a pop and ambient sound.
Sophia has released 7 singles and is working towards her debut EP, along with creating intriguing and unique performances.
IG: @sophiabavishi
Photo: Mar IG: @revoluntionarygrl
Sadie Azersky
Resident Composer
Sadie is a composer, producer, and pianist based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Growing up classically trained in piano, she now strives to develop her own style by combining classical influences with electronic music production.
She has composed for Arizona State University film and dance students, and has arranged and produced for independent artists across the country.
Outside of creating music, she teaches piano, audio production, and arranging at the Phoenix Conservatory of Music.
Sadie just completed her final semester in the ASU Popular Music program.
Julian Nguyen
Violinist
Chino Soberano
Violist & Violinist
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