Caleb Thompson

Caleb Thompson is a faculty member at the School of Music, Cairn University, teaching since 2024. A graduate of the University of North Texas (M.Mus. in Orchestral Conducting) and Cairn University (B.Mus. in Violin Performance, B.S. in Bible), he combines performance expertise with academic instruction. His career spans conducting roles with prestigious ensembles like the Richmond Symphony Orchestra and the University of North Texas Opera Theater, alongside directing the Philharmonia Youth Orchestra of Bucks County starting Fall 2024.

• Specializes in orchestral conducting and violin pedagogy
• Active performer in operatic and symphonic contexts
• Collaborated with composers like Dr. Kirsten Soriano on premieres
• Alumnus of the International Conductor’s Workshop and Competition under Maestro Adrian Gnam

His affiliations include the Philadelphia International Music Festival (2020–2022) and ongoing leadership in youth music education initiatives.