Ben Poirot is a Chicago-based tubist and the principal tuba of the Rockford Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his role in Rockford, he is an active freelance musician in the Chicago area, having performed with ensembles such as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Grant Park Orchestra, and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, among others.
He recently completed his third and final season with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, where he contributed to community outreach initiatives, including the Civic Chamber Music Series—an effort to bring diverse, contemporary programming to communities throughout the city.
Outside of music, Ben enjoys running, spending time with friends, and playing pickleball.