Rebecca Albers, Maiya Papach, and Lisa Sung to Lead UMN Music Viola Studio

09 July 2024

The University of Minnesota - Twin Cities School of Music is excited to announce the appointment of Rebecca Albers, Maiya Papach, and Lisa Sung to lead the viola studio starting Fall 2024. Albers holds the principal viola position of the Minnesota Orchestra, Papach holds the principal viola position of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, and Sung is a member of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra viola section.

“I am so delighted to welcome three amazing performers and teachers to the U,” writes Patrick Warfield, Director of the School of Music. “While no one can ever replace Professor Emeritus Korey Konkol, Becca, Maiya, and Lisa bring a wealth of professional experience, artistic integrity, and dedication to students to our community. Together they will help us educate the next generation of artist-citizens.”