Lise Stoddard
Instrument: Violin
With the RPO since: 1978
My earliest musical memory is singing and dancing with my siblings while my mom played the piano.
Most influential teachers: Josef Gingold, Tadeus Wronski and Clifford Evens
Favorite composer and/or musical period: I enjoy many composers and periods from Bach to Bartok
What do you most enjoy about performing? Bringing beautiful musical works to life for an audience
What is your favorite part of being a member of the RPO? Listening to the wonderful playing of my co-workers and feeling privileged to be part of it.
I love to dine at Aladdin's in Schoen Place.
What do you think is the Orchestra's most important role in our community? Education and bringing people together and adding to a sense of community.
