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Yumi Hwang-Williams is a distinguished violinist and leader in the American classical music scene. Since 2000, she has served as the Mary Rossick Kern Concertmaster Chair with the Colorado Symphony, guiding orchestral performance with precision, warmth, and leadership. Beyond the concert hall, Yumi co-founded Ensemble Charité in 2021 with mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung, shaping innovative, charity-focused programming that brings together orchestral and educational initiatives. She is widely recognized for her commissioned work and performances, including Daniel Kellogg’s Rising Phoenix violin concerto written specifically for her and premiered with the Colorado Symphony in 2016. Her recording career spans several acclaimed projects, highlighting her versatility across contemporary and classical repertoires.