PostClassical Ensemble Artist BiographiesUnder the leadership of Music Director Ángel Gil-Ordóñez, Washington’s PostClassical Ensemble (PCE) breathes new life into the orchestral experience through imaginative programming performed by the most talented musicians in the nation’s capital. Founded in 2003, PCE is a pioneer in transforming the concert experience through original story telling. Our performances include collaborations across artistic mediums that showcase how film, literature, and art enhance and inspire a new way to experience the musical repertoire. For more, visit www.postclassical.com
Netanel Draiblate (violin)PostClassical Ensemble violinist and concertmaster Netanel Draiblate has concertized across four continents. He currently also serves as concertmaster for the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra. A sought-after teacher, Draiblate currently is the Founder and Director of the Annapolis Symphony Academy. He has held faculty positions and led master classes at Georgetown University and other prestigious institutions. When not concertizing, Mr. Draiblate is a First Officer on the CRJ-900 for Endeavor Air, a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Airlines.
David Jones (clarinet)David Jones joined the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra as Principal Clarinet in 1998. Comfortable in many different musical situations, Jones has worked with Tony Bennett, Jose Carreras, Rosemary Clooney, Placido Domingo, Aretha Franklin, Yo-Yo Ma, The Manhattan Transfer, Jesse Norman, Luciano Pavarotti, David Sanborn, Rod Stewart, and The Temptations.
Audrey Andrist (piano)Canadian pianist Audrey Andrist is the principal pianist of PostClassical Ensemble and of ROCO (Houston, TX). A graduate of the Juilliard School, she won first prizes in numerous competitions, including the Mozart International and the Eckhardt-Gramatté. She has recorded on over a dozen record labels and has performed in world premieres of over 75 works.
