Emma Stewart is a percussionist and pianist currently studying at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. She is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Percussion Performance with a minor in Arts Management. 

As a performer, Emma currently holds the position of principal percussion with the George Mason Symphony Orchestra. She also performs with the Mason Percussion Ensemble, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Opera Pit, and Steel Pan Ensemble. Outside of the university, Emma performs with the Brass Band of Northern Virginia, American Festival Pops Orchestra, Capital Wind Symphony, and gigs around the Northern Virginia area. She also has an upcoming performance in May with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra. 

Emma’s current percussion studies are led by John Bisesi of the President's Own Marine Band, with prior instruction by John Spirtas and John Kilkenny. She has also studied at Brevard Music Festival, Eastern Music Festival, and Sewanee Summer Music Festival. 

Emma works as a music librarian and school of music ambassador at George Mason. She is also a private lesson teacher and an Emerging Artist of the Network for Diversity in Concert Percussion.