Jesse McCandless – Past Concerts

Jesse McCandless was appointed Principal Clarinetist of the Atlanta Symphony in 2023. An ardent orchestral and chamber musician, Mr. McCandless has appeared in performances with the Jacksonville Symphony, New Haven Symphony, and the Florida Orchestra. Mr. McCandless has collaborated with the Amernet String Quartet and Eighth Blackbird, and has attended the Aspen Music Festival, Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, the Norfolk Chamber Music festival, and the Kent-Blossom Chamber Music Festival.

Mr. McCandless received his Bachelor’s Degree from the Oberlin College Conservatory of Music and his Master's degree from the Yale School of Music.