Richard Rood (born 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio) is a world-renowned violinist, and is currently a leading member of the internationally acclaimed Orpheus Chamber Orchestra a well as a 1st violinist of the New York City Opera and the Associate Concertmaster of the Santa Fe Opera during the summer season. He was appointed membership with Orpheus after a history of regularly performing, touring, and recording with the group for 15 years. Currently he continues to hold important positions as a principal player with Lincoln Center's Mostly Mozart Festival and American Symphony. He is a member of the New York City Opera and American Ballet Theater orchestras, as well as the American Symphony Orchestra. He has performed in over 20 countries, appeared on over 75 recordings, and as a member of Orpheus, he has been awarded three Grammy Awards.
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