Meet Us

Comprised of eighteen accomplished Black and Latinx artists, a critical aim of the Sphinx Virtuosi is to evolve and transform the face of classical music through artistic excellence, pioneering programming, and impassioned community engagement. Its members serve as cultural and diversity ambassadors for audiences and communities around the United States during national tours.

 VIOLIN

Caitlin Edwards
Maïthéna Girault
Annelle Gregory
Rainel Joubert
Sandro Leal-Santiesteban
Thierry de Lucas
Clayton Penrose-Whitmore

 VIOLA

Kayla Cabrera
Celia Hatton
Harper Randolph
Edwardo Rios

 CELLO
Diana Flores
Thomas Mesa
Eri Snowden-Rodriguez

DOUBLE BASS
Chris Johnson

PERCUSSION

Playing with the Sphinx Virtuosi is one of the most exciting things that any of us do.”

— Jonathan Colbert, Double Bass

I feel that our mission of increasing diversity in the arts is crucial, even in these very difficult times.”

— Rubén Rengel, violin

 

Being part of this wonderful ensemble has been definitely a blessing, I have found a family in a country where I was not born, and invaluable support not only professionally but emotionally as well.”

— Patricia Quintero, violin

 

 

 
 

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