Daniel Fendrick, Bassoon
Described as an “unsung musical hero” by the San Diego Union-Tribune, Daniel Fendrick currently holds the position of Second Bassoon in the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. An active freelancer in the Michigan area, he is a regular substitute with many orchestras including the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra, Toledo Symphony Orchestra, and Detroit Opera. He holds both Master of Music and Bachelor of Music degrees in bassoon performance from the University of Michigan, where he studied with Jeffrey Lyman. While in his undergraduate degree, he won the 2016 University of Michigan Undergraduate Concerto Competition, and received the Stanley Medal, the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, and Dance's highest honor given to a graduating senior. Outside of performing, Fendrick seeks ways to satisfy his immense curiosity both in music and in other aspects of his life, especially his love of food.
