So You Want to be a Musician?

Xavier Foley will read a story, discuss how and why he became a professional musician, answer questions, and perform a bit on the cello too! Grades K-8th. 

Foley is known for communicating his virtuosity and passion for music on the double bass, which is rarely presented as a solo instrument. Winner of a prestigious 2018 Avery Fisher Career Grant, he was recently recognized on New York WQXR’s “19 for 19” Artists to Watch list, and featured on PBS Thirteen’s NYC-ARTs. Also a composer, Mr. Foley was co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall and the Sphinx Organization for a new work entitled “For Justice and Peace.” Mr. Foley is a native of Marietta, GA, and an alumnus of the Perlman Music Program. He earned his Bachelor of Music from the Curtis Institute of Music working with Edgar Meyer and Hal Robinson.