Silje Sevcech – Bass – Cello – Guitar – Piano

Silje Sevcech – Bass / Cello / Guitar / Piano

Silje Sevcech is a bassist who received their Bachelor’s degree attending Illinois Wesleyan University under the instruction of Trevor Jones. Silje currently performs around Chicago, either as a bassist, or playing their original music with a string quartet. Prior to living in the city, Silje participated in many types of ensembles including orchestras, chamber groups, jazz ensembles and combos, wind ensembles, pit orchestras, and pop/rock bands. This varied experience has led them from performing Mahler symphonies, to improvising a bass solo on the Jazz at Lincoln Center stage, to playing piano for a comedy troupe.

As an educator, Silje strives to build their students a holistic foundation upon which students can grow. This includes learning solid technique and the mechanics of the student’s instrument, developing practice skills, participating in ensembles to broaden the student’s experience, gaining an applied understanding of music theory and history, and fostering the student’s passion and appreciation for music.