Toby Hoffman

**Meet Toby Hoffman** – a dynamic force in classical music who brings warmth and vitality to the viola. Born into a family of celebrated musicians (his father is cellist Gary Hoffman), Toby honed his craft at Juilliard and has since become a sought-after chamber musician and soloist. You’ll often find him collaborating with heavy hitters like the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center or touring with world-class ensembles, blending technical precision with expressive storytelling.

When he’s not performing, Toby shares his passion as a dedicated educator at institutions like Northwestern University. His recent releases, featuring French gems by Poulenc, Milhaud, and Saint-Saëns, showcase his knack for balancing playful spontaneity with rich, textured ensemble work. Whether in duets, sextets, or septets, Hoffman’s playing feels like a lively conversation among friends – no stuffy concert halls here, just pure musical joy.

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