Steven Pologe

Steven Pologe is a Professor of Cello and Chamber Music at the University of Oregon's School of Music and Dance. He is also a cellist with the Oregon String Quartet and Trio Pacifica, maintaining an active performance career across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

• Education: Master of Music (1978) from Juilliard School
• Bachelor of Music (1974) from Eastman School of Music

His research interests focus on Strings, Music Performance, Cello, and Chamber Music. He has performed extensively as a soloist and chamber musician, with notable recordings including works by Jon Deak and string quartets by William Grant Still.

Throughout his career, Pologe has held positions as principal cellist with orchestras such as the New York String Ensemble, Rome Festival Orchestra, Aspen Chamber Orchestra, and the Oregon Bach Festival. He co-founded the Academy Camerata chamber music series in Honolulu during his tenure at the University of Hawaii and with the Honolulu Symphony.