HTC's Senior Celebration music is provided by a quartet comprised of string performance students and faculty in the College of Fine Arts.
Abigail Cooper, Violin
Abigail is currently pursuing her master's degree in Violin Performance and Pedagogy at Ohio University under the tutelage of Dr. Nathan Southwick. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, in addition to her responsibilities as a graduate student, Abigail also is an instructor at the Athens Community Music School.
Cristian Acevedo, Violin
Cristian is finishing his first year in a dual master's degree in instrumental conducting and violin performance at Ohio University under the tutelage of Dr. Jose Rochan and Nathan Southwick. Originally from Colombia, Cristian is the co-founder of Entre Cuerdas, a non-for-profit organization that brings music education to underrepresented communities in Colombia. In addition to his responsibilities as a graduate student, Cristian is an instructor in the Athens Community Music School.
Lydia Kress, Viola
Lydia is an outstanding violist, currently finishing her Freshman year as a viola performance major at Ohio University under the tutelage of Professor Spencer Ingersol.
Dr. Jose Rocha, Violoncello
Dr. Rocha is the Orchestra director and Cello professor at Ohio University where he also coordinates the chamber music program.