Violist Jerome Gordon enjoys a diversified career as an orchestral and studio musician. Moving most recently from Los Angeles, Mr. Gordon performed regularly with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Santa Barbara Symphony, and Pacific Symphony. He has performed and recorded with artists such as Earth, Wind & Fire, Usher, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood, Josh Groban, Katy Perry, Stevie Wonder, and Celine Dion. He continues to work in Los Angeles recording soundtracks for films, television shows, and commercials. Prior to moving to LA he was a fellow with the New World Symphony in Miami Beach under the direction of Michael Tilson Thomas. During his tenure in New World he toured Europe performing in concert halls in France, Italy, and Spain. He also performed chamber concerts throughout Italy, and collaborated with members of the Orion String Quartet and the Vienna Philharmonic. In 2014 Mr. Gordon relocated to Washington DC and began playing with the National Philharmonic, Maryland Symphony, Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, and Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. He recently completed an 8-year residency with Celine Dion as a violist in her production in Las Vegas at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. He is currently the violist for her world tour, which began in 2019. Mr. Gordon received his Bachelor of Music degree and minor in Music Business form Northwestern University working primarily with Mr. Roland Vamos. He continued his studies at University of Southern California earning a Master of Music degree with Mr. Donald McInnes.