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Ava Kenney is a talented violinist whose musical journey began with a remarkable solo orchestral debut at the age of 13 with the Madison Symphony Orchestra. Since then, she has captivated audiences by performing with esteemed ensembles such as the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, and La Crosse Symphony, among others. Ava's dedication to both orchestral and chamber music is evident from her eight seasons with the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras, where she excelled under the guidance of Kyle Knox and participated in the WYSO Honors String Quartet. Recently, as a member of the Pondrom Quartet, she achieved notable success by winning the silver medal and BIPOC performance prize at the 2023 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition Junior Division, alongside an honorable mention at the 2023 Chicago National Chamber Music Competition. Currently, Ava is part of the Nox Quartet, which has garnered silver medals in the 2024 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition Senior Division and performs under the NEC Community Performance & Partnership Fellowship. Her performances have been featured on platforms such as NPR's From the Top and WPR's Midday Show. Ava continues to expand her artistic horizons by collaborating with the NEC Symphony, Contemporary Musical Arts Interdisciplinary Ensemble, and the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra. With a promising future ahead, she is set to perform Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 5, "Turkish," showcasing her exceptional talent and passion for music.