Hi, I'm Isabel Go, a passionate composer and musician based in Franklin, TN. I specialize in music composition for symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, and choral groups, with experience collaborating closely with performers and directors to bring original works to life. Beyond composing, I perform as a freelance double bassist, adapting to diverse genres and performance contexts which keeps my musicality fresh and versatile. I recently produced a world premiere opera as part of my senior project and have interned with Nashville Opera, developing educational and marketing materials for productions. I enjoy combining leadership with creativity, whether directing rehearsals or designing orchestral scores, aiming to create meaningful and engaging musical experiences.…

Isabel Go

Hi, I'm Isabel Go, a passionate composer and musician based in Franklin, TN. I specialize in music composition for symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, and choral groups, with experience collaborating closely with performers and directors to bring original works to life. Beyond composing, I perform as a freelance double bassist, adapting to diverse genres and performance contexts which keeps my musicality fresh and versatile. I recently produced a world premiere opera as part of my senior project and have interned with Nashville Opera, developing educational and marketing materials for productions. I enjoy combining leadership with creativity, whether directing rehearsals or designing orchestral scores, aiming to create meaningful and engaging musical experiences.…

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Hi, I’m Isabel Go, a passionate composer and musician based in Franklin, TN. I specialize in music composition for symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, and choral groups, with experience collaborating closely with performers and directors to bring original works to life. Beyond composing, I perform as a freelance double bassist, adapting to diverse genres and performance contexts which keeps my musicality fresh and versatile.

I recently produced a world premiere opera as part of my senior project and have interned with Nashville Opera, developing educational and marketing materials for productions. I enjoy combining leadership with creativity, whether directing rehearsals or designing orchestral scores, aiming to create meaningful and engaging musical experiences.

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Skills

Experience Level

Composition
Expert
Finale
Expert
Sibelius
Expert
Logic Pro
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Composer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2023 - June 19, 2024
Composed original works for symphony orchestra, string chamber ensembles, choral groups, and mixed chamber instrumentation, demonstrating advanced orchestration and contemporary classical writing. Collaborated with performers, conductors, and directors to develop compositions that aligned with artistic goals and performance contexts. Prepared full scores and extracted parts using industry-standard notation software (Finale, Sibelius, Dorico), ensuring engraving precision and rehearsal efficiency. Incorporated feedback from clients and ensembles to revise compositions, reflecting a high level of adaptability and artistic professionalism.
Freelance Bassist at Self-Employed
August 31, 2021 - June 1, 2025
Performed extensively as a freelance double bassist in orchestral, chamber, jazz, musical theatre, and pit ensembles, showcasing versatility across diverse genres and performance contexts. Collaborated closely with conductors, composers, and fellow artists to interpret, rehearse, and present a wide range of repertoire for live concerts and studio sessions. Enhanced ensemble performance quality through consistent intonation, rhythmic accuracy, and musical expressiveness, contributing to the success of both live and recorded productions.
Composer, Conductor & Director at Senior Project: DYRA
December 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Produced the world premiere of Dyra, a twenty-five-minute original opera following its heroine's quest for revenge after the murder of her beloved by a ruthless king. Composed the music, wrote the libretto, and prepared all orchestral parts and conductor’s score for performance readiness. Scheduled, coordinated, and led rehearsals for both orchestra and cast, ensuring optimal preparation and collaboration. Directed performers, choreographed staging, and implemented prop usage to create a cohesive and visually compelling theatrical production.
Administrative Intern at Nashville Opera
May 6, 2024 - August 29, 2024
Collaborated with the Director of Marketing & PR to design and format the study guide for the 2024 production of “Carmen,” ensuring brand consistency and readability. Developed comprehensive study guides and teacher resources for the 2025 production of “Goldie B. Locks & The Three Bears,” enhancing educational engagement for school audiences. Edited the score for “Goldie B. Locks & The Three Bears,” contributing to production readiness and enhanced performances. Conducted venue research and provided logistical recommendations for the 2024–2025 “Opera On TOUR” season, supporting strategic planning for regional outreach.

Education

Bachelors of Music, Music Composition at Belmont University – College of Music and Performing Arts
August 23, 2021 - May 3, 2025
GPA 3.7, Cum Laude, Dean's List

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
    paper Red Rose

    “Red Rose” is an original choral work for SATB, set to the text of my favorite W.B. Yeats poem, “To the Rose upon the Rood of Time.” The piece reflects the poem’s blend of Christian imagery and Irish mythology, evoking the mystical and dreamlike atmospheres the poem captured.

    paper Les Tulipes

    “Les Tulipes” (French, meaning tulips) features flute, violin, viola, cello, and piano. The
    instrumentation is inspired by the Romantic-style piano quintet, which would include all these
    instruments except for the flute, favoring a second violinist instead. The piece is centered around
    the tulip, one of nature’s most beautiful flowers, and its symbolic meaning in the Victorian
    language of flowers (la langue de fleurs). In this secret language, tulips represent a declaration of
    love between romantic partners. This piece seeks to capture the essence of joy, hope, and
    connection associated with the tulip.

    uniE621 A King's Reverie
    “A King's Reverie” is an arrangement of the king’s aria from my opera Dyra, for two double basses. The piece explores the king’s obsessive longing for Dyra, with his inner conflict unfolding through the dialogue between the two instruments. opera composer…
    uniE621 Dyra
    "Dyra" is a twenty-five-minute opera that follows its fierce heroine on a quest for revenge after her beloved is murdered by a ruthless king. The stakes rise as schemes unfold and a botched poisoning spirals into chaos. Will Dyra succeed, or will the king maintain his grip on power? Filled with intrigue, dark humor, and emotional intensity, "Dyra" is a thrilling exploration of love, loss, and the price of vengeance. opera composer…