Julianna Methven

Second Violin

Julianna methven

Joined the SSO: 2003

Born: Corning, NY

Residence: Syracuse, NY

Education: Bachelor's degree, magna cum laude, University of Oregon; master's degree from Ithaca College.

Earliest musical memory: Practicing for my Suzuki violin lessons with my Mom.

Most influential teachers: Burton Kaplan, Susan Waterbury, Sandy Reuning, Fritz Gerhart, Pamela Gerhart, Roberta Crawford and Kathy Terentelli.

Favorite musical works: The Bach Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin, and anything by Brahms.

Favorite aspect of the performance experience: Being immersed in all the different colors that a symphony orchestra produces.

Favorite part of being a member of the SSO: I feel so fortunate to be able to make my living doing something I love.

When I'm not onstage, you might find me: Spending time with my family, running, baking chocolate chip banana bread, or watching TV.

My favorite thing about Central New York is: The Finger Lakes.

More about me: I appreciate your support of our Symphony and hope you continue to attend concerts. Concerts are much more fulfilling when the Civic Center is full of appreciative listeners.