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Renee Baker is an African American woman violist, violinist, conductor, musical director and composer.

Her emphasis is on creating a bridge between classical and modern music, providing musical opportunities to people of color and other individuals who are underrepresented in the world of classical music.

Early Life

Renee Baker began her musical journey in the first grade, when she heard a string quartet at her school.

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She was influenced and encouraged by her school's music director and saxophonist, My Wallis.

Education

Baker took viola and violin lessons through her school music program, and was a member of the DC Youth Orchestra Program.

Following early schooling, Baker attained her BFA in Viola and Violin performance, and went on to attain Doctorate with a focus on composition, both traditional and nontraditional composition for large ensembles.

Performing Musician

For over 25 years, Baker was the pri