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James Austin Smith is an Artist-in-Residence (Oboe) and Professor of Oboe and Chamber Music at Stony Brook University. He is a celebrated performer, curator, and on-stage host, renowned for his virtuosic contributions to the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, and International Contemporary Ensemble. His work bridges musical performance with audience engagement through innovative programming at Tertulia Chamber Music and Coast Live Music.
- Education: Master's in Music from Yale School of Music; Bachelor's degrees in Political Science and Music from Northwestern University; Fulbright Scholar at Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy Conservatory in Leipzig, Germany
Smith's research and practice focus on chamber music performance, audience communication, and interdisciplinary arts programming, combining music with culinary and visual arts experiences globally.
His scientific recognition includes:
- Fulbright Scholar
- Carnegie Hall Ensemble Connect Alum
As an educator, he mentors graduate-level musicians at Stony Brook University and guest teaches at London's Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Born in New York and raised in Connecticut, he studied under Stephen Taylor, Christian Wetzel, Humbert Lucarelli, and Ray Still.
