Benjamin
Shankland
Performer - Producer - SFX Artist
Benjamin Shankland is a performer and producer. He performs with the UCCS symphony ensemble and the Colorado College orchestra, and was a founding member of the UCCS honors string quartet. He began playing cello at Thomas Maclaren school, and graduated high school with an Associate of General Studies from Colorado Early Colleges. He is currently working for a Bachelor of Arts in Music at UCCS, studying Cello with Andrew Kolb and guitar with Janet Feder. He has performed in spaces across Colorado Springs, including the ENT Center for the Performing Arts, Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, and the Colorado College Packard Hall.
ABOUT ME
Artist Statement
I am a performer and producer, currently working towards achieving my Bachelor of Arts in Music at UCCS, aiming to graduate by Spring 2028. I am currently studying cello under Colorado Springs Philharmonic performer Andrew Kolb and guitar under composer and performing musician Janet Feder. I have performed at University of Colorado Colorado Springs with the UCCS string quartet, symphony ensemble, and student recitals, as well as the Colorado College orchestra, and private quartet for alumni reunions. It is my goal to spread music to as many people as possible, and my belief is that being involved with music can improve quality of life through facilitation of problem-solving skills, critical thinking abilities, and communication skills.