Joe Kneer

Joseph Kneer is Assistant Professor of Music at Trinity University and conductor of the Trinity Symphony Orchestra. Performance expertise includes violin repertoire and chamber music, with collaborations featuring contemporary composers like Roger Zare. Premiered Brahms violin sonatas on national tour and established community music initiatives including the Mercyhurst Chamber Players.

Education includes D.M.A. from Peabody Institute and B.M. from Oberlin Conservatory. Instructional focus spans violin performance, music theory, and orchestral literature. Student ensembles perform repertoire from Baroque to contemporary compositions.