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Marion Messino gave us the scoop on her involvement with the ESO and how she got started...

How long have you played with ESO?

I’ve played with the ESO since 2006.

What instrument do you play and how did you gravitate to that instrument?

I play the string bass. I gravitated to the instrument immediately after hearing a demonstration of the orchestra performance in elementary school.

What piece is on your bucket list to play with ESO and why?

I would love to perform Brahms Symphony No.1 with the ESO as it is one of my favorite pieces.

Biography

Marion Messino has nearly two decades of experience teaching music in public schools and private studio settings. She has taught orchestra, general music, music appreciation, and guitar to students of all ages, ranging from kindergarten through high school. She holds a bachelor’s, and master’s degree in Music Education from VanderCook College of Music in Chicago, IL, and is currently working on her dissertation to complete her doctoral degree in Music Education from Boston University.