Biography highlights: Williams joined the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra in 1977 after earning a Bachelor of Music in cello performance from the Manhattan School of Music. He has served as a prominent recitalist and a conductor for benefit events, enriching the East Tennessee arts community for decades.
Discography and commissions: His solo album, D. Scot Williams ~ Solo Cello (2017), features pieces by Cronin, Richman, Harrell, and Williams. He has commissioned several solo cello works, including the Sonata for Unaccompanied Cello (Robert Cronin, 1996), Sonata for Solo Cello (Wm. Harrell, 2016), Adoration (Lucas Richman, 2017), Suite for Violoncello Solo (Jason Overall, 2018), and Life Shifts for solo cello (Dosia McKay, 2022). The recording of Life Shifts highlights his ongoing collaboration with living composers and his commitment to expanding the solo cello repertoire.
Upcoming tours and performances: While 2025 tour dates are not publicly listed on his official site, Williams remains active regionally within East Tennessee and the Knoxville area, with ongoing appearances tied to the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra and benefit concerts. For the latest scheduling, check his official site and local venue calendars.
Social links: For inquiries and official news, use the contact options on his official site. Official site: dscotwilliams.com