Jennifer Stumm

Univ.-Prof. Jennifer Stumm, MMus, is a Professor at the Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna (MUK), Faculty of Music. A renowned violist known for her distinctive tone and artistic innovation, she has performed globally at venues like Carnegie Hall and Wigmore Hall. Her career highlights include winning major competitions (William Primrose, Geneva, Concert Artists Guild) and founding the Ilumina Festival in Brazil to empower young musicians. She is also a BBC New Generation Artist and Borletti Buitoni Award recipient.

• Education: Curtis Institute of Music, Juilliard School (viola); University of Pennsylvania (astronomy).
• Research/Artistic Focus: Chamber music, viola performance, and the social role of music. TED Talk: *The Imperfect Instrument* explores the viola’s unique identity.

Her discography includes albums like *Harold in Italy* and works by Alessandro Rolla. She collaborates with ensembles like L'Archibudelli and mentors through Ilumina, emphasizing music’s societal impact. Plays a 1590 Gasparo da Salò viola.