About Us
Tom and Anastasia are Richmond, VA based professional musicians. Both members of the duo are classically trained from prestigious conservatories in the United States. They perform throughout Virginia with such groups as the Richmond, Roanoke, Charlottesville and Williamsburg Symphonies. After marrying in 2006, Tom and Anastasia combined their talents to create the James River Duo. Their vast experience in the wedding and music industry insures your special day will be exceptional and unforgettable.
Anastasia Jellison
Anastasia Jellison holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the acclaimed Cleveland Institute of Music and a Master of Music degree in Harp Performance from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University where she studied with Alice Chalifoux, Principal Harp of the Cleveland Orchestra for 47 years, and Paula Paige, former Principal Harp of the Houston Symphony, respectively.
Ms. Jellison is the principal harpist of the Roanoke Symphony, the Williamsburg Symphony and the Charlottesville Symphony. In the summers she plays with the Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival and the Wintergreen Music Festival.
She currently teaches at the University of Richmond, University of Virginia and the College of William and Mary. She also has a studio of private students in Richmond.
Thomas Stevens
Thomas Stevens, violinist and violist, has appeared as recitalist, chamber musician and orchestra section leader throughout the United States. He teaches violin and viola at the University of Richmond. Previous to this post he was Professor of Viola at Hofstra University and played in the university’s ensemble in residence, the Hofstra String Quartet.
Tom performs with the Roanoke Symphony, Williamsburg Symphony and the Oratorio Society of Virginia. In addition to subbing with the Richmond Symphony, he plays with the Charlottesville Opera in the summers. Tom holds a degree in Music Performance from the Manhattan School of Music where he studied with Karen Ritscher and members of the American String Quartet. He has also studied with the late Joey Corpus.
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“Thank you for creating a magical ceremony with music that we will never forget.”
— Miriam, Mother of the Bride