Rachel Icenogle (strings) is a versatile string player with a mind for new and interesting sounds. Specializing in experimental music, she loves to explore the tonal palette of her instruments. She composes music for puppet shows with Compagnia Aiello and is currently a member of Philadelphia bands Upholstery and Cast Shadows. Past Philadelphia theater and dance collaborations include Ombelico Mask Ensemble, BRAT Productions, Transmissions Theater, SWARM, and Birds on a Wire. With a teaching style primarily focused on realizing musicality and expression through technique, Rachel is also a teaching artist at the Baldwin School and at Play On Philly.