Our Director

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Anne Gantz Burns Artistic and Music Director of the SCO

Born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, Anne is thrilled to now call Poulsbo her home, and excited to join the Sequim Community Orchestra family.

Prior to moving from Alaska, Anne was Principal Viola with the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra, the Anchorage Opera, and the Anchorage Concert Chorus for over 20 years. She performed as a soloist, chamber musician, and recording artist for many groups throughout Alaska during this time. While in Anchorage, Anne served as the viola coach for the Anchorage Youth Orchestra's viola section, adjudicated both local and state Solo & Small Ensemble festivals, and maintained a private studio.

Since moving south to warmer climes, Anne has played with the symphony orchestras of Olympia, Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, Bellevue, and Port Angeles. Currently, she is a member of the Port Angeles viola section, and the Sequim City Band percussion section.

In addition to performing, Anne maintains a private violin and viola studio in both Port Angeles and Poulsbo.

Anne received her musical training at the University of Alaska Anchorage with Dr Russell Guyver, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Anne happily retired from nursing in 2024, and is so glad to be able to focus on music full-time. Her interests include football, opera, 18th century costuming, and touring Disney parks. She and her husband Greg have two adult daughters, a kid-in-law, and three wonderful dogs.

Learn about one of our founders and previous director: Phil Morgan-Ellis.