I am Patrick Prejean, a violist driven by a mission to promote classical music across diverse communities through performance and collaborative composition. I seek opportunities to engage audiences through thoughtful programming, premiere new works, and share the joy of music with students and communities alike. My career has taken me across the United States and abroad, performing as principal viola, violist, and chamber musician with orchestras and festivals, while also teaching viola/violin to nurture the next generation of players. I value collaborative creation and the power of music to connect people from all backgrounds.

Patrick Prejean

I am Patrick Prejean, a violist driven by a mission to promote classical music across diverse communities through performance and collaborative composition. I seek opportunities to engage audiences through thoughtful programming, premiere new works, and share the joy of music with students and communities alike. My career has taken me across the United States and abroad, performing as principal viola, violist, and chamber musician with orchestras and festivals, while also teaching viola/violin to nurture the next generation of players. I value collaborative creation and the power of music to connect people from all backgrounds.

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I am Patrick Prejean, a violist driven by a mission to promote classical music across diverse communities through performance and collaborative composition. I seek opportunities to engage audiences through thoughtful programming, premiere new works, and share the joy of music with students and communities alike.

My career has taken me across the United States and abroad, performing as principal viola, violist, and chamber musician with orchestras and festivals, while also teaching viola/violin to nurture the next generation of players. I value collaborative creation and the power of music to connect people from all backgrounds.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Principal Viola at 5th International Chamber Orchestra Festival
August 1, 2025 - Present
Lead principal viola in festival performances; collaborated with guest artists and presented standard repertoire with the festival lineup.
Viola at 3rd Fiestravaganza International Music Academy
July 1, 2025 - Present
Viola performer in masterclasses and ensemble activities; contributed to festival concert program.
Viola at Hvide Sande Masterclass
September 1, 2024 - Present
Participant in Hvide Sande Masterclass; refined viola technique and interpretation with visiting faculty.
Viola Fellow at Classical Orchestra, Incline Village
July 1, 2024 - Present
Viola fellow; performed with the Classical Orchestra and contributed to rehearsals and performances.
Violist at Youngstown Symphony Orchestra
October 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Violist in symphony orchestra; participated in rehearsals and performances across season.
Tutti Violist at CityMusic Cleveland
December 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Tutti viola in CityMusic Cleveland; contributed to orchestra sections and performances.
Substitute Violist at Bluewater Chamber Orchestra
November 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Substitute violist; filled in for absent players; performed in chamber and orchestral works.
Section Violist at Cleveland Pops Orchestra
April 1, 2023 - September 10, 2025
Section violist; performed pops repertoire; contributed to performances.
Section Violist at Firelands Symphony Orchestra
November 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Section violist; performed symphonic repertoire; engaged with community concerts.
Violist at City Six Strings
October 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Violist; performed gigs and concerts as necessary determined by clients; engaged in community outreach.
Violist at Acadiana Symphony Orchestra
April 1, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Violist; performed core symphonic repertoire; contributed to education outreach in Acadiana.
Viola/Violin Instructor at Lakewood Music Academy
December 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Instructor teaching viola and violin; developed curriculum and mentored students.
Violin/Viola Instructor at Lakewood Music Collective
December 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Instructor; taught violin/viola to students; prepared them for performances.
Violin Instructor at Sheridan Productions
May 1, 2014 - September 10, 2025
Violin instructor; arranged lessons and workshops.
Principal Viola at 5th International Chamber Orchestra Festival
August 1, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Principal viola performing with the festival ensemble, collaborating on repertoire development and performances.
Viola at 3rd Fiestravaganza International Music Academy
July 1, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Viola participant in masterclasses and ensemble activities at the international academy.
Viola at Hvide Sande Masterclass
September 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Participated in masterclass sessions and orchestral activities.
Viola Fellow at Classical Orchestra
July 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Fellow in a classical orchestra program, with rehearsals and performances.
Violist at Youngstown Symphony Orchestra
October 31, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Professional violist in the orchestra, performing in concerts during the season.
Tutti Violist at CityMusic Cleveland
December 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Tutti violist contributing to orchestral performances and programs.
Substitute Violist at BlueWater Chamber Orchestra
November 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Substitute violist filling in as needed for performances.
Section Violist at Cleveland Pops Orchestra
April 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Section violist performing in pops programs and collaborations.
Section Violist at Firelands Symphony Orchestra
November 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Section violist performing in the orchestra's concert season.
Violist at City Six Strings
October 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Violist performing gigs and concerts as requested by clients.
Violist at Acadiana Symphony Orchestra
April 1, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Violist performing with the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra in Lafayette, LA.
Viola/Violin Instructor at Lakewood Music Academy
December 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Teach viola and violin to students in a community music school setting.
Violin/Viola Instructor at Lakewood Music Collective
December 1, 2019 - September 19, 2025
Provide violin and viola instruction in a collaborative music program.
Violin Instructor at Sheridan Productions
May 1, 2014 - September 19, 2025
Violin instruction for programs produced by Sheridan Productions.
Principal Viola at 5th International Chamber Orchestra Festival
August 1, 2025 - Present
Principal viola at the festival.
Viola at 3rd Fiestravanza International Music Academy
July 1, 2025 - Present
Viola performer at the academy.
Viola at 2nd Cameristica Festival
July 1, 2025 - Present
Viola performer at the Brussels festival.
Viola at Hvide Sande Masterclass
September 1, 2024 - Present
Participation in a masterclass.
Viola Fellow at Classical Orchestra
October 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Fellow in the Classical Orchestra program.
Violist at Youngstown Symphony Orchestra
October 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Violist with the orchestra.
Tutti Violist at CityMusic Cleveland
December 31, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Tutti violist with CityMusic Cleveland.
Substitute Violist at BlueWater Chamber Orchestra
November 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Substitute violist with BlueWater Chamber Orchestra.
Section Violist at Cleveland Pops Orchestra
April 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Section violist with Cleveland Pops Orchestra.
Section Violist at Firelands Symphony Orchestra
November 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Section violist with Firelands Symphony Orchestra.
Violist at City Six Strings
October 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Violist; perform gigs and concerts as needed by clients.
Violist at Acadiana Symphony Orchestra
April 1, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Violist; community engagement through performances.
Viola/Violin Instructor at Lakewood Music Academy
December 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Viola/Violin instructor.
Violin/Viola Instructor at Lakewood Music Collective
December 1, 2019 - September 19, 2025
Violin/Viola instructor.
Violin Instructor at Sheridan Productions
May 1, 2014 - September 19, 2025
Violin instructor.
Principal Viola at 5th International Chamber Orchestra Festival
August 31, 2025 - September 20, 2025
Principal viola at an international chamber festival.
Viola at 3rd Fiestravaganza International Music Academy
July 31, 2025 - September 20, 2025
Viola performance at an international music academy.
Viola at Hvide Sande Masterclass
September 30, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Participation in the Hvide Sande Masterclass.
Viola Fellow at Classical Orchestra
July 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Viola fellowship with a classical orchestra.
Violist at Youngstown Symphony Orchestra
October 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Violist with the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra.
Tutti Violist at CityMusic Cleveland
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Tutti violist with CityMusic Cleveland.
Substitute Violist at Bluewater Chamber Orchestra
November 30, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Substitute violist with Bluewater Chamber Orchestra.
Section Violist at Cleveland Pops Orchestra
April 30, 2023 - September 20, 2025
Section violist with Cleveland Pops Orchestra.
Section Violist at Firelands Symphony Orchestra
November 30, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Section violist with Firelands Symphony Orchestra.
Violist at City Six Strings
October 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Violist with City Six Strings for gigs and concerts as needed.
Violist at Acadiana Symphony Orchestra
April 30, 2025 - September 20, 2025
Violist with Acadiana Symphony Orchestra to bring enjoyment of music to Acadiana.
Viola/Violin Instructor at Lakewood Music Academy
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Viola/violin instructor teaching students.
Violin/Viola Instructor at Lakewood Music Collective
December 31, 2019 - September 20, 2025
Violin/viola instructor.
Violin Instructor at Sheridan Productions
May 31, 2014 - September 20, 2025
Violin instructor.

Education

Master of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2019
Master of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2019
Master of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2019
Master of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Music Performance at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2019

Qualifications

World Classical Music Awards Contemporary Category 1st prize
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2021
Mark and Pioneer International Competition Honorable Mention
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2021
Charleston International Music Competition 1st prize
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2021
Kings Peak Music Competition 3rd place
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2021
Daniel Rains Concerto Competition Winner
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2019
PARMA Recordings Call for Scores Winner
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2020
World Classical Music Awards - Contemporary Category 1st prize
December 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Mark and Pioneer International Competition - Honorable Mention
September 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Charleston International Music Competition - 1st prize
October 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Kings Peak Music Competition - 3rd place
April 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Daniel Rains Concerto Competition - Winner
April 1, 2019 - September 19, 2025
PARMA Recordings Call for Scores - Winner
April 1, 2020 - September 19, 2025
World Classical Music Awards - Contemporary Category 1st prize
December 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Mark and Pioneer International Competition - Honorable Mention
September 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Charleston International Music Competition - 1st prize
October 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Kings Peak Music Competition - 3rd place
April 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Daniel Rains Concerto Competition Winner
April 1, 2019 - September 19, 2025
PARMA Recordings Call for Scores Winner
April 1, 2020 - September 19, 2025
World Classical Music Awards Contemporary Category 1st prize
December 1, 2021 - September 20, 2025
Mark and Pioneer International Competition Honorable Mention
September 1, 2021 - September 20, 2025
Charleston International Music Competition 1st prize
October 1, 2021 - September 20, 2025
Kings Peak Music Competition 3rd place
April 1, 2021 - September 20, 2025
Daniel Rains Concerto Competition Winner
April 1, 2019 - September 20, 2025
PARMA Recordings Call for Scores Winner
April 1, 2020 - September 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization