Background
O'Brien, Orin Ynez was born on June 7, 1935 in Hollywood, California, United States. Daughter of George Joseph and Marguerite Graham (Churchill) O'Brien.
O'Brien, Orin Ynez was born on June 7, 1935 in Hollywood, California, United States. Daughter of George Joseph and Marguerite Graham (Churchill) O'Brien.
Studied with Frederick Zimmermann, Milton Kestenbaum and Herman Reinshagen. Diploma, The Juilliard School, 1957.
Double bassist, New York City Ballet Orchestra, Saidenberg Little Symphony, American Symphony, 1956-1966;
double bassist, New York Philharmonic, New York City, since 1966;
faculty, Young Men’s Hebrew Association School Music, 1967-1971;
faculty, Manhattan School Music, New York City, since 1969;
faculty, Mannes College Music, New York City, since 1988;
faculty, The Julliard School, New York City, since 1990;
co-chair double bass department, since 1992. Participant numerous chamber music festivals, including Marlboro. Featured in 1st performances of Gunther Schuller Quartet for 4 double basses.
Artist for General Motors, Columbia Broadcasting System and Radio Corporation of America Recording companies.
Member of International Society Bassists, American Federation Musicians, The Bohemians.