CAMDEN, NJ – September 15, 2025 – Percussionist Rubén Acuña González has been appointed Principal Timpanist with the Symphony in C orchestra for the 2025-2026 season. This significant appointment places him in a key leadership position with the Mid-Atlantic Region’s Young Professionals Orchestra, one of America’s most distinguished professional pathway orchestras.

Symphony in C, under the baton of Music Director Noam Aviel, is widely celebrated as a premier training ground for the next generation of orchestral musicians. Its alumni frequently go on to secure positions in top-tier ensembles worldwide, including the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra is renowned for its vibrant performances and its commitment to artistic excellence.

“I am incredibly honored and thrilled to be joining the esteemed musicians of Symphony in C,” said Acuña. “It is a privilege to join this nurturing community and be surrounded by world-class talent. I eagerly look forward to collaborating with my new colleagues and sharing inspiring musical experiences with our audiences.”

Rubén Acuña González will make his debut as Principal Timpanist with the orchestra at the start of the new season. For more information on upcoming performances and to purchase tickets, please visit the Symphony in C’s official website.