Eric Jacobsen, born on July 16, 1982, in Long Island, New York, is an American conductor and cellist. He was exposed to music from a young age through his parents, Edmund Jacobsen and Ivy Jacobsen, both accomplished musicians. Jacobsen graduated from the Juilliard School and co-founded Brooklyn Rider and The Knights with his brother Colin Jacobsen. His career began with extensive recordings and tours as a member of The Knights, an orchestral collective known for its flexible size and repertory. Notable albums include New Worlds (2010) and A Second of Silence (2012). Jacobsen has been the music director of various ensembles, including the Greater Bridgeport Symphony, Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, and Virginia Symphony Orchestra. He has collaborated with prominent musicians such as Yo-Yo Ma and Gil Shaham, performing at venues like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center.
