Shaquille Southwell is the Principal Clarinetist of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. He graduated from The Juilliard School with a Bachelor of Music degree, as a student of Anthony McGill. Additional studies were with Marci Gurnow, Jon Manasse, Alcides Rodriguez, and Katherine White. During his studies, Shaquille spent two summers in Sapporo, Japan as a member of the Pacific Music Festival Academy. He has performed as a guest musician with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Atlanta Ballet, and the Atlanta Opera.
When not performing or teaching, Shaquille enjoys baking, hot yoga, and the company of family and friends.