Based in New York City, violist Stephen Goist enjoys a multifaceted career as an orchestral player, chamber musician, and historical performance specialist. A graduate of The Juilliard School and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Stephen has performed throughout the United States, Europe, India, and New Zealand. Stephen is currently a member of the ProMusica Chamber Orchestra in Columbus, Ohio and is an active performer in New York's early music community. He regularly shares the stage with many of the world's leading period instrument ensembles including Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, The Handel and Haydn Society, The English Concert, Les Arts Florissants, and Bach Collegium Japan.