User:AdrienneFoutz
Adrienne Foutz stands out as a versatile artist, with a profound dedication to oboe, classical singing, and music education that has marked her illustrious career. Based in both New Jersey and New York City, Adrienne has earned recognition for her expertise as an oboist, classical singer, and private oboe teacher, leaving an indelible mark on the worlds of performance and education.
Her musical journey is deeply rooted in a rich tapestry of education and training. Adrienne pursued her Doctoral Work in Music at Rutgers University and holds a Master of Music and Bachelor of Music from the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University. Under the guidance of renowned instructors such as Dan Stolper, Sara Watkins, Joe Turner, Linda Strommen, Diedra Palmour, and Phyllis Bryn-Julson, she refined her skills as both an oboist and a classical singer.
Adrienne's pursuit of excellence has earned her prestigious accolades, including the Governor's Scholar for Arizona-Interlochen Arts, Chautauqua Symphony Fellowship, and the Richard Franko Goldman Prize in Performance from Johns Hopkins University.
Her performances grace the stages of numerous orchestras and musical organizations in New Jersey and New York, showcasing her versatile artistry at esteemed venues like Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, NJPAC, and the Ocean Grove Auditorium. As a professional alto, Adrienne consistently contributes her voice to Catholic and Episcopal churches in NJ, sharing her passion for sacred music with the community.
Beyond her prowess as a performer, Adrienne is a dedicated music educator, specializing in the intricate art of oboe reed making. Proudly owning a website devoted to selling high-quality oboe reeds, she generously imparts her knowledge and craftsmanship to fellow musicians.
Active within the International Double Reed Society (IDRS), Adrienne actively contributes to the global double reed community, advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her interests extend beyond music to a well-rounded lifestyle, encompassing avid pursuits of baking, cooking, wedding planning, entertaining, mystery books, and British TV.
A compassionate philanthropist and devoted member of the Catholic Church, Adrienne regularly donates to causes close to her heart, including St. Jude Children's Hospital, JDRF, and the Autism Society.
Join her on a musical journey where passion, expertise, and community commitment seamlessly harmonize.
