Ivy Ringel is the Principal Bassoon of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. Previously, she held the same position with the Atlanta Opera and Des Moines Metro Opera orchestras, and has appeared as guest Principal with the Atlanta Symphony. She has also performed with the Houston, Buffalo, Rochester, Louisiana, Jacksonville, Chattanooga, and Syracuse symphonies. A dedicated educator, Ivy has held teaching positions at Indiana University, Butler University, and Morehouse College. Her summer festival appearances include the Grand Teton Music Festival, Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival, National Repertory Orchestra, Round Top, Chautauqua, and the Nantucket Rossini Club. Originally from Hillsborough, North Carolina, Ivy began her musical journey on violin before discovering the bassoon. Her principal teachers include Benjamin Kamins, Michael Burns, Charlie Bailey, and John Hunt. She holds degrees from Rice University and the Eastman School of Music. Outside of music, Ivy enjoys cooking, traveling, live music, and hiking.