Biography
NICHOLAS BOETTCHER 21, born in Naperville, Illinois, is currently earning both his bachelor's degree in cognitive science and master's degree in double bass at Yale University, studying with Donald Palma. He won the 2023 Stulberg International String Competition. Nicholas served as a Civic Orchestra of Chicago Associate Member from 2020 to 2023.
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Naperville, Illinois
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