MIKE DAHLBERG | Cellist, Educator

A chamber musician noted for his “sensitivity and coloristic playing” (The New York Times), Michael has built a career exploring music as a vehicle for learning and community-building.

Following graduation from New England Conservatory (NEC) in Boston, he led projects aimed at revitalizing the way classical music was presented and taught around New England - from a chamber music parlor series at local jazz clubs to immersive orchestral experiences in breweries, to string quartet residencies in the Boston Public Schools, and more.  Michael’s projects earned awards and recognition from NEC, the St. Botolph Club, the Tanglewood Music Center. As a lead education team member of NPR’s “From the Top”, he designed and facilitated over 80 interactive music events across 45 US cities for over 13,000 audience members of all ages.

In 2017, Michael relocated to the Bay Area where he was fortunate to play with regional ensembles such as the San Jose Chamber Orchestra and Symphony Silicon Valley. During his time there, he served as cello faculty at San Jose State University. Michael now resides in the Sacramento area with his wife, daughter and 13-pound cat, Gus enjoying a triple life as Product Manager for a tech startup, musician, and father.