Henry Jenkins

Henry Jenkins, 2nd Associate Concertmaster of the Omaha Symphony, is known for his versatility across multiple instruments, including baroque violin, banjo, and guitar. With a foundation in classical music, Henry brings a unique blend of technical precision and artistic expression, bridging genres from the Baroque period to bluegrass and folk. His ability to interpret and connect diverse musical styles makes him a sought-after artist in both traditional and contemporary settings.

Henry began his career serving as Assistant Concertmaster of the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic and the Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra. He also performed with the Evansville Philharmonic, Owensboro Symphony, and Indianapolis Symphony. Henry participated in the Artosphere Festival Orchestra, International Chamber Orchestra of Puerto Rico, National Repertory Orchestra, and the Iris Orchestra.

Henry grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, where he attended the Oberlin Conservatory under the tutelage of Milan Vitek. During his undergraduate studies, Henry maintained an enthusiastic focus on chamber music, and attended the Litomysl International Masterclass in Czechia. Following graduation, he continued his studies with Kevork Mardirossian at the IU Jacobs School of Music. Henry supplemented his primary studies with a foray into baroque violin performance, studying with Stanley Ritchie.