Hometown:
San Antonio, Texas
Education:
Texas Christian University Bachelor of Music 2023
University of Michigan Master of Music 2025
Bio:
Max Healy has served as principal cellist of the National Orchestral Institute Philharmonic as well as the Round Top Festival Orchestra. A passionate chamber musician, he has performed at LyricaFest and the “Best of Chamber Music” showcase at Round Top. His primary teachers include Richard Aaron, Dr. Juliette Herlin, and Dr. Jesús Castro-Balbi. Recent masterclasses include solo performances for Zlatomir Fung and Inbal Segev.
What inspired you to become a musician?
Going to see the San Antonio Symphony growing up and my wonderful teachers.
Name your favorite composers and/or pieces:
My all-time favorite piece is probably the Bach Cello Suites. I am also very fond of the intricacy and warmth of Beethoven's String Quartets as well as Ravel's breath-taking orchestral works.
What is an interesting fact about you and/or your instrument?
I play on a cello that's about 200 years old!
When taking a break from music-making, what is your favorite thing to do?
Cook a delicious pasta dish!
Why did you choose the NRO?
I'm thrilled to be attending NRO this summer! I chose NRO to prepare me for playing in a professional orchestra and for the wonderful cohort of like-minded musicians. I'm looking forward to a summer of incredible music and I know that it will be an important milestone on my journey to become a professional musician.