Andrew Plaisier | Cello
Andrew is a member of the Grand Rapids Symphony. He attended the University of Michigan, where he earned two Master's degrees in cello performance and chamber music. His career has taken him all over MI and given him many performing opportunities, including Orchestre de la Francophonie in Montreal and the National Repertory Orchestra in Breckenridge, CO. He teaches a full studio of cello students and enjoys mountain biking, water skiing, and board gaming in his free time.
Ruth Vanden Bos | Violin & Piano
Ruth is a dedicated member of the Grand Rapids music scene. Following her bachelor's degree in violin performance, she established a private studio and started performing in chamber groups and house concerts around the state. She has collaborated with The Transiberian Orchestra, Michael W. Smith, and Amy Grant, and spent summers at prestigious international music festivals, including IMFA (Italy) and VSOI (Canada.) She has also been a wedding photographer for over 14 years and enjoys thoroughly immersing herself in the wedding world!
