Paul Ciolek has over 25 years of experience as a freelance orchestral musician and string ensemble musician. Past accomplishments include performances with numerous chamber ensembles as well as three professional orchestras. Paul holds an Associate of Science (AS) degree, an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in music, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music, degree from California State University San Marcos.

Mr. Ciolek is first violinist for Strings For Your Heart and a regular violinist for The Inland Valley Symphony. For many years, Paul was a professional violinist for the San Bernardino Symphony, the Redlands Symphony, and the Riverside Philharmonic Symphony. Paul continues to apply his experience and versatile playing style in the professional arena. Some of his engagements have included artists as diverse as Regis Philbin, Susan Lucci, flamenco guitarist Emilio Castillo, and Martin Chalifour (concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic).

In addition to playing professionally, Mr. Ciolek provides private instruction in his studio located at Pete’s Music, Temecula.

Email for Paul Ciolek: paul@stringsforyourheart.com
Visit Mr. Ciolek’s website: www.paulciolek.com