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Jenny Oaks Baker is a Grammy-nominated violinist and is a former member of the National Symphony Orchestra. Jenny has released twenty studio albums, several of which have ranked high on the Billboard charts. Jenny's Father, Dallin Harris Oaks, recently became the 19th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I wanted to speak to Jenny about the intersection of music and faith, the pursuit of mastery, and the influence of her parents who are incredibly influential in the Latter-day Saint community. Some highlights from this episode include which performance from Jenny's career stands out most, specific examples of how Jenny's parents brought faith into her musical development when she was younger, and how she navigates a life of touring and music with raising a family.

Jenny Oaks Baker and performers Dallyn Vail Bayles, Lisa Hopkins Seegmiller and Nicole Pinnell share how they prepared to perform ‘The Redeemer.’ Full Article.

Jenny Oaks Baker began playing the violin before elementary school and she has not stopped since. Her violin has taken her all around the world and given her opportunities she’d never dreamed of. But there have also been opportunities she has sought that have never come to fruition and other opportunities she didn’t even know to seek that have made her life much richer than it would have been otherwise. On this week’s episode, Jenny shares her witness that sometimes the Lord’s plans are much better than the plans we have for ourselves.

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Jenny’s light shines brightly, and her story will uplift and inspire you. You’re going to love her!

Join Mary Alice Hatch as she speaks with Jenny Oaks baker, Grammy Nominated Billboard No. 1 performer and recording artist as she shares how her Christ-centered childhood fostered her love for Christian music and the influence her father, President Dallin H. Oaks, and her devoted mother, June Oaks, had in shaping the focus of her professional career. Jenny shares how the Lord has led her throughout her career and the miracles she has witnessed as she has trusted in the Lord.

 

Jenny Oaks Baker is the perfect guest for the premiere of The Book Drop Mic with Jason Wright. Join Jason and Jenny as they discuss their brand new book,

They also discuss their beloved Christmas show, . The 2023 edition of the show features live music, choirs, and dancers and will hit 20 cities between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

 

Jenny Oaks Baker's journey from toddler to virtuoso violinist is inspiring at every level. She's played around the world, topped the Billboard charts, and millions have watched her YouTube channel.

Yes, she's worked hard at being the best, but always put family first. She's trusted her talents, but never more than she's leaned on the Lord.

 

America’s Violinist, Jenny Oaks Baker is a Grammy Nominated, Billboard No. 1 performer and recording artist. She received her Master of Music degree from the renowned Juilliard School in New York City and her Bachelor’s Degree in violin performance from the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia.

She has performed as a soloist at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Strathmore Hall, the Library of Congress and as a guest soloist with The National Symphony, Jerusalem Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony, Utah Symphony, and the internationally acclaimed Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Over the years Jenny has collaborated with such luminaries as Gladys Knight, Kurt Bestor, Marvin Hamlisch, and the former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

Jenny has released fifteen studio albums since 1998. They have sold nearly a million copies and consistently chart on Billboard. Jenny’s emotionally stirring music has also been featured on the soundtracks of many films, and her popular music videos can be viewed on her Youtube Channel. Jenny, her husband Matthew, and their four children reside in SLC, UT. Jenny and her children perform together throughout the world as Jenny Oaks Baker & Family Four.

Jenny has been a champion of Elspeth for a long time and today, Jenny interviews the renowned artist on her craft, creative process and testimony of Jesus Christ.

Elspeth has been a full-time Artist of Al Young Studios since 2002. Her paintings seek to celebrate lesser-known heroines and heroes of everyday life whose courage and devotion evince the deepest reverence for Deity. Each painting is intended to invite others to look Heavenward in order to solve life’s challenges, and appreciate the majesty of the individual in all races and cultures.

Whether you’re navigating your own career transitions, striving for balance, or seeking inspiration to step into your full potential, this episode will empower you to approach life with faith, intention, and a focus on what truly matters. Jenny’s story is a testament to the beauty of surrendering to God’s plan and the incredible things that can happen when we choose to trust and act.

Welcome to Grounded, where women of various backgrounds, cultures, and ages gather together to study the doctrines and principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ, through the lens of covenant women. Join us as we discuss: Scriptures that Prophecy of Christ's Birth, Behold Thy Mother: Mary's Connection to the Savior, and Giving Back by Magnifying Our God-given Gifts.

Come, Follow Me | June 26–July 2 | Matthew 28; Mark 16; Luke 24; John 20-21 | “He Is Risen” | Guests Patrick Mason, Chair of Mormon History & Culture at UT State University, and violinist Jenny Oaks Baker.

 

In this episode I talk with Grammy-nominated performing artist and violinist Jenny Oaks Baker. Jenny started on the violin at age 4 and was practicing 4 hours a day by the time she started high school. Her musicianship and technique were perfected at the Curtis School of Music and later at Julliard for a master's degree, after which she performed as 1st chair at the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington D.C. But combining motherhood and a performing career was difficult. In this episode, Jenny shares how she came to forge the career she has now, one that supports motherhood AND music. We discuss her recent collaboration with Condoleezza Rice and how she puts her YouTube music videos together. She also shares how she helped her children choose musical instruments to excel at and why performing with her children is her greatest joy. Jenny's faith is central to everything she does and it comes through in this interview. And don't miss the story behind her rare violin!

 

Dubbed for the magic of her artistry, Jenny Oaks Baker is a Grammy nominee and Billboard No. 1 recording artist who knows the thrill of soloing at Carnegie Hall. A devoted wife and mother of four children, Jenny has experienced highs and lows in her life and career but has always trusted God to guide her. “I knew I needed to work really hard, stay very close to the Spirit and do what is right, and everything would work out.”

 

Tune in as Taunalyn Rutherford interviews Jenny Oaks Baker about being a mom, concert violinist, and performing with her children.

America’s Violinist, Jenny Oaks Baker is a Grammy Nominated, Billboard No. 1 performer and recording artist. She received her Master of Music degree from the renowned Juilliard School in New York City and her bachelor’s degree in violin performance from the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia.

She has performed as a soloist at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Strathmore Hall, the Library of Congress, and as a guest soloist with The National Symphony, Jerusalem Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony, San Diego Symphony, Utah Symphony, and the internationally acclaimed Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Over the years Jenny has collaborated with such luminaries as Gladys Knight, Kurt Bestor, Marvin Hamlisch, and the former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

Jenny has released fifteen studio albums since 1998. They have sold over half a million copies and consistently chart on Billboard. Jenny’s emotionally stirring music has also been featured on the soundtracks of many films, and her popular music videos can be viewed on her Youtube Channel. Jenny, her husband Matthew, and their four children reside in SLC, Utah. (Bio courtesy of official website.)