Mario Gheorghiu

Mario Gheorghiu is a Professor at the Music and Arts Private University of the City of Vienna (MUK) since October 2016. A principal violist of the ORF Radio Symphony Orchestra Vienna, he studied violin and viola under renowned mentors, completed postgraduate concert studies, and has held prestigious roles such as concertmaster of the Opera Ball Orchestra (2000–2008).

• Principal violist, ORF Radio Symphony Orchestra Vienna
• Concertmaster, Opera Ball Orchestra (2000–2008)
• Active soloist and chamber musician globally

His research and performance interests bridge classical and jazz traditions, with expertise in violin, viola, and composition. He founded ensembles like 'Table 6,' 'Mario Gheorghiu's JAZZ Corner,' and 'Jetlag Allstars,' collaborating with artists like Wynton Marsalis and Bobby McFerrin.

Mario's accolades include multiple first prizes at international competitions, and he regularly teaches in master classes while maintaining a dynamic performance career across festivals in Jakarta, Paris, Boston, and Salzburg.

• Awards: First Prize: Jugend musiziert, Vercelli, Stresa, AMA Calabria
• Performance Highlights: Soloist at Salzburg Festival (2017), Carnegie Recital Hall debut