Abbey Atwater

Tune Up Philly, Teaching Artist

Abbey is a freelancing clarinetist in the Philadelphia area. Originally from Wisconsin, she received her B.M. from Lawrence University where she majored in clarinet performance, studying under David Bell, with minors in psychology and woodwind pedagogy. More recently, Abbey graduated from Temple University with her M.M., studying under Paul Demers of the Philadelphia Orchestra. She has received considerable recognition, being named as a finalist and runner-up in many competitions, winning the opportunity to solo with Lawrence University’s Wind Ensemble in 2019.  Abbey has performed in master classes for renowned artists such as Julian Bliss, David Shifrin, and Imani Winds, and has attended distinguished music festivals including the Monteux School & Music Festival and National Music Festival. Currently, Abbey performs with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Symphony Orchestra and Philadelphia Wind Symphony. This is Abbey’s first season as a teaching artist for Tune Up Philly at People for People Charter School.