The Story Behind the Music

Mark Thiele in 15 minutes or less

Mark Thiele is a tubist and instructor in the Washington DC area. Mark performs with the Dominion Brass, and "The President's Own" United States Marine Band.

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Sarah Ouakrat in 15 minutes or less

Sarah is the Principal Flutist of the Holland Symfonia orchestra, and also performs with the Zurich Opera House Orchestra. Sarah has won several competitions, and was the winner of the NYOS Staffa Award in Edinburgh, 2009.

Ward Assman in 15 minutes or less

Ward is the principal horn player of the Holland Symfonia orchestra, and was previously a member of the Brabant Orchestra.

Sarah Oates in 15 minutes or less.

Sarah Oates, violinist, is the concertmaster of the Holland Symfonia orchestra and is a member of the Devich Trio.