Hailing from the San Gabriel Valley, Emma Antonides is a violist in the Los Angeles area with a notable array of accomplishments. She holds a Masters Degree from USC Thornton School of Music, where she studied under the guidance of Karen Dreyfus. Emma completed her Bachelor’s Degree at the Eastman School of Music in 2021, majoring in Music Performance and minoring in Digital Media Studies, under the tutelage of Masumi Per Rostad. She has also participated in masterclasses with renowned figures including Geraldine Walther, the Jupiter String Quartet, Calidore String Quartet, and Barbara Barber. Emma has attended the Zodiac Music Festival, Bang on A Can Summer Festival, Kinhaven Summer Arts Institute, and Miami Classical Music Festival. Emma plays around the Los Angeles area and holds a section position with the Billings Symphony.
Arts Bridging The Gap's San Gabriel Valley Symphony is a professional orchestra created by working musicians and local leaders to reflect and serve the San Gabriel Valley—focusing on community engagement and social impact. Our mission is to show the next generation in the SGV that a career in the arts is not only possible, but capable of creating real change in their communities and beyond.
