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Kara Poling

Kara Poling
Oboe fellow
Pronouns
She/Her
Area of Study
Oboe
Age
21
Birthplace
Towson, Maryland
YouTube Handle
@karapoling2912
Compeer
Bobby Tahouri
Scholarship Donor
William H. Kearns Foundation Scholarship in Oboe

Kara is currently earning her bachelor’s degree at The Juilliard School, studying with Elaine Douvas. She was named the winner of the 2022 International Double Reed Society Norma Hooks Young Artists International Competition. Kara is also a member of the Amity Winds Quintet.