Ryan Anthony (1969-2020)_Principal Emeritus_Diane & Hal Brierley Chair_Dallas Symphony

Ryan Anthony

Virtuoso trumpeter Ryan Anthony is noted for his varied career as soloist, educator, chamber musician and orchestral player.  Having departed the world-renowned ensemble ‘Canadian Brass’ nearly ten years ago, Anthony quickly became one of the most sought after trumpet players in America both as soloist and an orchestral player.

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Dwight Shamblay_(1949-2000)_Young Strings Founder_Artistic Director Emeritus_Bass Dallas Symphony

Dwight Shambley

Dwight Shambley graduated from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and joined the Dallas Symphony in 1972. Shambley taught bass at Texas Tech University and has also been on the faculties of the University of Tulsa, the University of Arkansas and Southern Methodist University.

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Ronald Snider_Assistant Principal Percussion_Dallas Symphony

Ronald Snider

A graduate of the University of North Texas, Ron Snider has been assistant principal percussionist with the Dallas Symphony since 1970. As a studio musician, Ron has played on hundreds of recordings for film, television, radio, and records.

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