Classical Musicians of African Descent

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Beverly Baker, viola

Classical 91.5 WXXO-FM | By classical intern

Published August 4, 2017 at 9:44 AM EDT

In 1983, Ms. Baker joined the Virginia Symphony as a section player. In 1987, she was appointed assistant principal viola. She won the principal position in 1994 and currently holds that position with the symphony as well as the Virginia Opera. The Virginia Symphony made its Carnegie Hall debut in 1997, and Ms. Baker performed with her colleagues on NBC's Today Show. She performs regularly with the Virginia Chamber Players and was invited to perform Harold in Italy with the Bismarck-Mandan Symphony Orchestra in North Dakota. Beverly is also a member of the Ambrosia Quartet.