Leadership
The SoCal Chamber Music Workshop is a non-profit organization which is run entirely by volunteers. The Workshop was founded in 1978 by Dr. Ron Goldman, ophthalmologist, violinist, and chamber music enthusiast. Our leadership consists of the following members:
Directors and Officers
Leo Marcus, Director
Carol Osborne, President
Joyce Pan, Secretary
Julie Park, Director
Gayle Tsern Strang, Director
Edith Van Huss, Treasurer
Advisory Board
Adam Birnbaum
Johannes Brinkmann
Amy Brooks
Ingrid Burger
Wendy Cieslak
Caroline Coward
Elizabeth Elliot
Miriam Hartman
Patty Hicks
Helen Kim
Linda Owen
George Valley
Linda Wolpert
Chris Yeh
Contact Us: info@socalchambermusic.com
“First year, I didn’t know what to expect! Received so much support from the coaches and attendees, and made some good friends! I will come again!”
-Eric B., 2018
“SoCal is the pinnacle of workshops for coaching, caliber of players, beauty of campus, and parties!”–Cherie G., 2018
“I have attended 3 years now and I keep coming back for more. Each year deepens my understanding and enjoyment of chamber music. The coaching is amazing, and I’ve learned so much.”–Charles Y., 2019
“The SoCal Chamber Music Workshop is an environment that fosters a great love and learning of music. Once here, you will be immersed in a community of people who strive to find beauty in the world.”–Milton W., 2018
“My week at SoCal provided an inspiring chance to make music with wonderful friends, become a better player, learn from terrific coaches, and play new literature. It was the perfect week!”–Gayle H., 2019
“The SCCMW is a wonderful week of excellent chamber music playing and pleasant conversations with old and new music friends. After attending for over twenty summers, it just keeps getting better and is an important part of my year.”
–Alice L., 2018
“The overall playing level was higher than ever! This workshop brings together incredible coaches and outstanding participants for a week of intense, fulfilling music immersion. ”
–Sarah C. 2019
“A week-long workshop that will push you to new heights, both personally and musically.”
-Raymond M., 2018
“This workshop continues to improve and innovate each year with the object of increasing our chamber music playing skills, musical enlightenment, and making new and strengthening old friendships. I’m proud to be witnessing its growth.”
–Ron G., 2019
“Once again, I have improved as a musician over the course of the week. Thank you SCCMW!”
–Caroline C., 2019
“This workshop really pushed my level of artistry like no other musical experience I’ve ever had. Well thought out planning and resources strikes a great balance between relaxing musical retreat and intense ensemble workshop. It has earned a permanent spot in my annual calendar.”
–Peter C., 2019