ELIA FOSTER (SHE/HER) IS A NEW YORK-BASED CLARINETIST AND EDUCATOR.

Elia performs regularly with Protestra , an activist orchestra, City Lyric Opera , and Synchronisms, her Flute and Clarinet Duo. In past years, Elia has performed alongside members of the Fifth House Ensemble, the Callithumpian Consort, and the Femmelody Chamber Music Collective.

Elia maintains an active teaching studio of 20+ students across the United States. Elia teaches clarinet and saxophone and enjoys working with students of all ages and skill levels. 

Elia received a Master’s in Music from McGill University and a Bachelor of Music from New York University. Past teachers include Simon Aldrich, Pavel Vinnitsky, and David Blumberg.