Biography

Andy is the principal tubist with the Oregon Ballet Theatre Orchestra (OBT) in Portland, OR. A versatile artist based in Seattle, his multifaceted career includes orchestral performance, studio recording, chamber music, education, and professional fundraising.

Prior to joining OBT, Andy was the tuba fellow with the New World Symphony in Miami Beach, FL. Founded by Artistic Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas and currently led by Artistic Director Stéphane Denève, New World is America’s orchestral academy—an innovative institution shaping the future of classical music through top-tier performance, community engagement, and professional development.

Andy frequently shares the stage with top ensembles across the country. In the Pacific Northwest, he is a regular guest with the Seattle Symphony and Seattle Opera. Nationally, he has performed with the Boston, Cincinnati, St. Louis, and Baltimore Symphony Orchestras. He has also participated in prestigious summer festivals including the Tanglewood Music Center, Britt Festival, Spoleto USA, Music Academy of the West, and the Pierre Monteux School and Music Festival.

As an accomplished studio musician, Andy’s recording credits span Emmy-winning television shows and major video game titles. Notable projects include Destiny, DOTA 2, and NBC’s Community. He can also be heard on two recordings with the Seattle Symphony: The Unchanging Sea (2018) and The Flying Lotus (2017).

A passionate educator, Andy enjoys helping tuba and euphonium players of all ages and skill levels refine their technique and develop a unique musical identity. He maintains a private teaching studio in Seattle and has presented masterclasses at institutions including Oberlin College, the University of Oregon, and the University of Washington. He also serves on faculty at the annual Midsummer Music Retreat in Walla Walla, WA.

In addition to his performance and teaching work, Andy is a member of the Seattle Symphony’s development team. As the Symphony’s Discovery Officer, he engages with new and prospective donors, creating meaningful opportunities to deepen their philanthropic connection with the organization and support the vital art form of classical music.

Andy holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Washington, where he studied with Christopher Olka (Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra), and a Master of Music from the Colburn School, where he studied with Norman Pearson (retired, Los Angeles Philharmonic).