David Deratizian

David Deratzian graduated from SUNY Potsdam and began music studies on guitar at age six. He later studied piano, organ, bass, and other stringed instruments, including cello. David has studied with jazz and classical bassists Paul Kleinfelter and Lauren Pierce and works primarily in musical theatre as a stage and musical director. He performs in pit orchestras playing bass, guitar, mandolin, banjo, tuba, and keyboard and was Principal Bass for the Lehigh Valley Chamber Orchestra until 2023. David encourages students of all ages to enjoy music while developing technique, understanding theory, and preparing for advanced study when desired.