John Pedroja has been a member of the Louisville Orchestra since 1975. A native of Pittsburg, Kansas, he studied at The Juilliard School and has enjoyed a distinguished career as a performer and educator. Before joining the Louisville Orchestra, he was a member of the U.S. Military Academy Band at West Point and performed with notable ensembles including the American Symphony Orchestra, and New Jersey Symphony. His depth of experience and musical dedication have made him a cornerstone of the orchestra for nearly five decades.