Welcome from the President

Roberto DiazRead the message HERE. 
By Roberto Díaz

As Curtis prepares to celebrate its centennial during the 2024–25 season, the school’s president and CEO discusses how the contents of Overtones, both in this issue and subsequent ones over the next year, will focus on the people, events, and performances that have shaped the school over the past 100 years.

From the Fall 2023 Issue

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Celebrating AAPI Heritage & History: Yumi Kendall (Cello ’04)

The award-winning assistant principal cellist for the Philadelphia Orchestra, citizen artist, and educator, attended Curtis from 1999–2004.

Joseph Conyers (’04) Receives 2024 ASTA Artist Teacher Award

Curtis congratulates Joseph Conyers (Double Bass ’04), who received the American String Teachers Association’s 2024 Artist Teacher Award.

Celebrating AAPI Heritage & History: Wang Jie (Composition '09)

The award-winning composer, pianist, and inspiring educator studied at Curtis from 2007–09 and serves as a mentor at the school.