Steven A. Ansell (born February 5, 1954) is an American violist whose career involves work as a chamber musician, solo artist, and orchestral musician. He is the principal violist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, a position he has held since September 1996. Prior to his appointment, Ansell had already appeared with the orchestra as a guest soloist. He also teaches at the Boston University College of Fine Arts and is a member of the Boston Symphony Chamber Players. He is a founding member of the Muir String Quartet.[1]
Ansell has appeared with chamber music organizations such as the Boston Chamber Music Society and the Concord Chamber Music Society. He also regularly tours with the Muir String Quartet, which he co-founded in 1979. In January 2011, Ansell and the Quartet performed with former U.S. Secretary of State and pianist Condoleezza Rice.[2]
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