- Cello
- Session A and B
- Schmitt Music Chair
Originally from San Francisco, California, Jessamyn recently earned her Bachelor’s of Music in Cello Performance at the Cleveland Institute of Music, studying with Dr. Melissa Kraut. Prior to her time in Cleveland, she studied with Tanya Tomkins, served as the President of the Virtuoso Program in her high school, and was a member of the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra for 3 years. Jessamyn has previously attended festivals such as the Bowdoin International Music Festival, Indiana Summer String Academy, Summer Music West, and Aria International Music Festival. She also enjoys hiking, reading, drawing, and spending time with animals.
What has been the best meal of your life?
As a lover of any and all food, it is very difficult to recall one specific spectacular meal. What comes to mind is a tiny little deli in San Francisco I used to go to with my dad after cello lessons as a kid – they had the best sandwiches ever. Though the deli has sadly closed since then, they will always be a personal favorite.
Who has been the most meaningful person in your life?
My boyfriend, Charles Renneker.