String Musicians for Every Special Event
At The Chord Connect, our network features a curated selection of the Tampa Bay area’s most accomplished string musicians. From solo violinists to full quartets, our artists are professionals dedicated to delivering a masterful and unforgettable performance for any occasion.
Meet Our Artists
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Dr. Ross DeBardelaban
A dynamic violist, educator, and arts entrepreneur, Ross holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Viola Performance from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, with a cognate in Music Business. With decades of experience across K–12, collegiate, and community music programs, he has taught violin, viola, piano, chamber music, and music appreciation throughout…
Tom Kersey
A luminary of the Tampa Bay music scene, Tom Kersey is a versatile composer, cellist, and multi-genre musician whose work bridges classical tradition with the adventurous spirit of jazz, rock, ambient, and experimental music. A skilled classical performer with a wide stylistic range, he appears in diverse settings – from concert halls to clubs –…
Resonova String Quartet
Resonova String Quartet brings artistry and elegance to every occasion. Based in Florida, our classically trained musicians perform timeless and modern selections with warmth, precision, and emotional depth. From weddings to private events, each performance is crafted to create connection and a lasting impression.
Daniel Cortes
Daniel Cortes (B.M. Stetson University, M.M. Western Michigan University) is a concertizing violist, violinist, conductor, and arts administrator whose career blends performance, education, and cultural leadership. He is the founder and executive director of Symphonic Underground (2018-present), an ensemble dedicated to making classical music accessible through video game and anime soundtracks. Previously, he co-founded and…
Paula Canon
Versatile violinist with a passion for blending the classical and contemporary. With expertise in both electric and classical violin, I bring a unique sound to a wide range of musical genres, including pop, rock, indie, electronic, and alternative music. My journey with the violin began at a young age, and over the years, I’ve strived…
Joseph Hamlett
Joseph Hamlet is a dedicated cellist and educator based in Florida. A graduate of the Blake School for the Arts, he served as principal cellist of the chamber, symphony, and philharmonic orchestras, earning top honors at state Solo and Ensemble competitions. He later attended the University of North Florida, where he held the position of…
Rebecca Z Douglas
Vocalist/violinist REBECCA ZAPEN is a third-generation musician from a musical family tree, with roots in classical violin, and branching out into jazz, folk, klezmer, and various genres. Her fourth album is called Nest, an original album of lush folk-pop, which was awarded Florida Album of the Year 2011. Other awards and honors include: Best Cabaret…