Susan Enger began playing the cornet at age 11. After attending Interlochen Arts Academy, Ms. Enger received her Bachelor of Music degree at Northwestern University. She studied with trumpet legend Vincent Cichowicz (1927-2006), who was her most influential musical mentor. Prior to joining the Memphis Symphony, Ms. Enger was Principal Trumpet with L'orchestre Symphonique de Quebec, CBC Radio Orchestra (Quebec), Les Violins duRoy and Associate Principal Trumpet with Montreal Symphony.
Facts about Susan
Outside interests: World travel, Siamese cats, Yoga
Favorite composers: Stravinsky, Prokofiev, Barber and Hindemith
Favorite cuisine: Vegan fare
Most satisfying part of performing: Creating something beautiful and possibly transcending
Her view of the Symphony's most important role outside of making incredible music: Being an important part of what a great city can offer
