Daphine Henderson

Daphine Henderson will be beginning her Master's Degree in Double Bass Performance at the University of Maryland  College Park this Fall, where she recently received two Bachelor's Degrees in Music Performance with concentrations on double bass and soprano voice in Spring '20. Teaching herself the double bass at age 12, Daphine became extremely involved in music through her high school career, ranging from performing with the Maryland Senior All State Orchestra to being the drum major of her high school marching band. She is actively involved in the School of Music community, performing with ensembles such as the UMD Repertoire Orchestra, UMD Wind Ensemble, UMD Wind Orchestra, and UMD Symphony Orchestra. Daphine also serves as one of the ensemble assistants for the UMD Treble Choir, where she actively engages with and leads her section. She sits as one of the student chairs of the School of Music’s IDEA Committee, which focuses on bringing diversity and inclusive engagement to the music community at College Park. Daphine is also a founding member of the PAGE (Project for All Gender Equality) for Bassists, where she spoke on a panel in the 2019 ISB convention. Daphine is taking steps in her musical career to create an impact and be an inspiration for younger musicians of color that would otherwise not have ample resources and opportunities to pursue their passion. Following the completion of her graduate degree, Daphine plans to continue establishing herself as an advocate and arts administrator for underserved and minority musicians, while continuing to inspire others through her love for music.