Craig Gibson
Viola

Where were you born?
Long Beach, California.

What college did you attend?
UC Santa Barbara.

What inspired you to start playing music?
Parents and teachers.

Why did you choose your principal instrument?
I switched from viola to violin because I’m 6’0” tall.

What other instruments do you play?
Violin, piano.

When did you start playing with the Long Beach Symphony Orchestra (what year)?
1980, I think.

With what other orchestras do you perform?
Pacific Symphony.

Have you performed for any of the following, and if so, who or what?
I provide chamber music for summer rafting trips in the Grand Canyon.

What do you enjoy doing besides music? (hobbies, etc.)
Skiing, hiking and climbing.

Email address: craiggibson@earthlink.net