Orchestra Musicians
Assistant Principal
Brian Doyle joined the Alabama Symphony Orchestra as Assistant Principal Bass in 1997. This was after finishing his Bachelor's or Music at Oberlin College (1995), and his Master's of Music at Rice University (1997). His teachers have included Tim Pitts, Paul Ellison, Roger Fratena, Eugene Levinson, and Scott Haigh. In the summer of 1997, Brian won first prize in the International Society of Basses orchestral competition. Brian plays on a bass by Abraham Prescott (@1875) and his bow is by Paul Jombar. Brian has been the bass instructor for Samford University since January 2001.
Outside the orchestra, Brian enjoys playing golf and is an avid sports fan. He lives with his wife Amy, and their daughters Rose and Stella.