Karl Reque, Bass Viola da gamba and baroque viola, is very active in the local Denver classical musician scene.  Playing in baroque and classical orchestral settings alike, he brings a breadth of knowledge and experience to the Colorado Chamber Players.   Karl received his BA in Music Education and Viola Performance from Arizona State University and studied Early Music Performance at Windham College. He maintains a large studio of violin and viola students.  Karl performs with Byrd on a Wire viol consort, Seicento Baroque Ensemble, Regis University Baroque Ensemble, and previously performed with the Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado. Karl has performed with Colorado Chamber Players since 2020. He plays on a Michael Blaurock baroque viola.