Classical soloist and chamber viola player, and viola teacher. He studied at [l305416] (1973-1975) and the [l1595558] (1975-1978). He became a member of the London Symphony Orchestra in 1991 where he took the position of Joint Principal Viola. Co-founder of the World Orchestra For Peace. Member of the Vanderspar String Trio with his siblings Chris Vanderspar and Fiona.