A native of New York City, Mr. Devyatkin began his violin studies at the age of six. Upon admission to the Manhattan School of Music, he began studying with Erick Friedman. While freelancing in the New York metropolitan area, Mr. Devyatkin studied orchestral repertoire with New York Philharmonic Concertmaster, David Nadien.

In 1982 Mr. Devyatkin won an audition for the Savannah Symphony, where he was a member of the core orchestra for the next nine years. During this time he continued his studies with William Preucil, now Concertmaster of the Cleveland Orchestra.

In 1992, he became the music director of the "Beaufort Chamber Orchestra," then a community orchestra of about fifteen members with a schedule of three concerts. Under his baton, the Beaufort Orchestra has become one of the best small town orchestras in the country. Today the Beaufort Orchestra presents eight concerts a season with fifty professional and semi-professional musicians.

Our Maestro lives in Savannah with his wife Katie (also a professional violinist), and his son, Peter. Their daughter, Elizabeth, is continuing her musical education. Mr. Devaytkin operates Devyatkin Enterprises and is the orchestra director for Saint Andrew's School.

"Keep the Music Live!"

This organization is funded in part
by the South Carolina Arts Commission
which receives support from the
National Endowment for the Arts.