Elizabeth Phelps

baroque violin

Violinist Elizabeth “Libby” Phelps, whose playing has been described as “vigorous and vivacious” with “impressive technique and interpretive sensibility” (CVNC) leads a diverse career that spans across centuries and genres. Currently based in Seattle, she is sought after as a baroque and chamber musician in the greater Pacific Northwest and plays regularly with the Seattle Symphony. Previously, Libby served as principal second violin of the North Carolina Symphony from 2013 to 2018, where she was frequently featured as a soloist. She has performed across the country with numerous baroque ensembles including Apollo’s Fire, the Vivaldi Project, and the Portland Baroque Orchestra. On baroque violin, she has studied with Enrico Onofri, Marc Destrube, Elizabeth Field, Elizabeth Blumenstock, and David Wilson. She lives in the Capitol Hill neighborhood and loves exploring food, art, body awareness, and espresso.