Originally from New York and now residing in the Boston area, Brandon White has established a multifaceted career as both a successful performer and an inspiring teacher. His versatility has led to success as both a collaborative and solo musician, having performed as a key member of numerous orchestral and chamber groups. A classically trained violist and violinist with education across the Western canon, Brandon has been recognized for his ability to balance intellect and aesthetics in his performances of both contemporary music and the classics. He holds several degrees, including a Master of Music degree in String Performance at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, where he studied under Lila Brown, and a Bachelor of Music degree in Viola Performance at SUNY Potsdam, where he studied with Shelly Tramposh.
Presently, Brandon performs as the principal violist for Cape Ann Symphony and holds section viola positions within the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra, the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra, and the Worcester Symphony Orchestra. He is also a founding member of the newly formed Lobster Cove String Quartet.
Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to perform in internationally recognized venues such as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Wang Theatre and has participated in masterclasses with renowned artists including Jonathan Vinocour, Nicholas Cords, Rictor Noren, and Andrew Altenbach, along with continuing to hone and refine his technique. In addition to classical performance, he has also collaborated with artists and groups such as Josh Groban, Il Volo, and Streetlight Manifesto.
Brandon’s thoughtful artistic interpretations and formidable technique have resulted in several awards and accolades, including winning the Richard Stephen Chamber Music Competition in 2015 and 2017, representing the string area for the Crane Honors Recital in 2016, being selected as a finalist for the Boston Conservatory Concerto Competition in 2017, and winning a coveted spot in Boston Conservatory’s Honors Ensemble for the 2018-2019 concert season.