Classical Musicians of African Descent

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Jason Pooler, violin

Classical 91.5 WXXO-FM | By classical intern

Published August 18, 2017 at 9:37 AM EDT

Jason Pooler, from Columbus, Georgia, completed his undergraduate studies at Augusta State University and graduated with a Bachelors of Music Performance degree in 2012. Jason was a two- time ASU Concerto Competition Winner, 1st violinist of the Empyrean String Quartet, and appeared as soloist with the Columbia County Orchestra playing the Bruch Violin Concerto in G minor. Jason graduated with his Masters in Music Performance in 2016 from Indiana University South Bend. He has participated in the Colour of Music Festival, Rocky Ridge Music Center Young Artist Program, and Gateways Music Festival.