Megan Bellamy-Lanz

Megan Bellamy-Lanz is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Music at Colorado State University, with a focus on flute performance and pedagogy. She is also a performing artist and pedagogue, emphasizing holistic approaches that integrate physical, mental, and emotional aspects of musicianship.

Education:

• Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) in Performance, University of Nevada Las Vegas
• Master of Music (M.M.) in Performance, University of Nevada Las Vegas
• Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Performance, University of North Texas

Her research and creative work centers on contemporary music, commissioning new flute repertoire, and exploring the intersection of music with human expression and cultural identity. She has premiered works like The Spirits That Haunt Us by Frank Horvat and Mask by Kevin Poelking, supported by a New Music USA grant.

Notable Scientific Awards:

• Second place in the 2023 American Prize Professional Instrumental Soloist Competition
• Semi-finalist in the 2023 American Prize Ernst Bacon Memorial Award for the Performance of American Music

Megan maintains an active private flute studio, with students participating in prestigious honor ensembles and pursuing professional careers. Her affiliations include the National Flute Association, American Federation of Musicians, and Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society.

She is associated with ensembles such as the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, Colorado Music Festival Orchestra, and Disney’s The Lion King production, reflecting her diverse performance experience.