Staff
Jay Fishman, Artistic/Executive Director
As artistic director, Jay Fishman is responsible for the development, quality, and implementation of all Sinfonia music programs: choosing musicians and soloists, selecting the repertoire, and conducting rehearsals and concerts. As Executive Director, he is responsible for approving administrative systems and functions, and he directly manages the orchestra.
Mr. Fishman earned a BS in Music Education and BA in Music Composition from the University of Minnesota, an MM degree in Orchestral Conducting from Indiana University, and studied privately for two years with Sir Neville Marriner, in London. In 1974, he was a finalist in the Fulbright-Hayes Conducting Fellowship. From 1976-78, Jay served as Music Director and Conductor for the Louisville Chamber Orchestra, and from 1978-1989, he was Music Director for the Minneapolis Chamber Symphony. He has been the Artistic Director of the Sinfonia since its inception in 1989 and has conducted over 1,700 performances in the Twin Cities.
Board of Directors
Officers
Tina M. Enberg, President, Field Talent Acquisition, Thrivent Financial
Joaquim “Joe” Cretella, Vice-President, Vice President of Manufacturing, Thermo King (retired)
Anna Margl, Treasuer, Falk Paper Company
Members
Suzanne Abrams, Financial Advisor, Securities America
Jennifer Creadick, Violin Luthier
Jay Fishman, Artistic/Executive Director, Minnesota Sinfonia (Ex Officio)
Brooke Geyen, Release Manager, U.S. Bank
Al Hagar, Vice President, Groth Music
Richard Margl, BMSF Railway (retired)
Pat Schwartz, President, Hat Trick Partners LLC
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