Djalai grew up in Sacramento, CA. She attended University of Nevada, Reno and Lesley College and holds a B.A. and M.A. Before retiring, Djalai worked as a String Orchestra Teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. She joined New Phil in 1995 and Newton Symphony in 1985, and also plays violin. Along with NPO, Djalai also freelances. She has 2 adult children; one who works as an office manager, yoga teacher and potter and the other is a mechanical engineer. Djalai enjoys walking her 2 dogs, gardening, hiking and spending time with family. Fun facts: enjoys being with NPO family and playing music!
