THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Violinist John Fawcett, a Bend native, is known for his expressive musicianship and dedication to connecting with audiences. He began studying violin at five and made his concerto debut with the Central Oregon Symphony after winning its Young Artist Competition at eight.

John earned degrees from the Colburn Conservatory of Music and Cleveland Institute of Music, studying with Robert Lipsett, Jaime Laredo, and Malcolm Lowe. He also studied with Paul Kantor at Rice University. His career includes solo appearances with orchestras, international competition experience, and an orchestral tour with pianist Martha Argerich.

In 2026, John became Concertmaster of the Boise Philharmonic and Artist-in-Residence at The College of Idaho, where he teaches violin and performs with the Langroise Trio.

Committed to making classical music accessible, John brings live performances to people experiencing homelessness, incarcerated individuals, and other underserved communities, using music to offer hope, build connections, and inspire positive change through shared experiences.

Even is free and open to the public.