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Kristen Sienkiewicz is an Assistant Professor of Horn at Austin Peay State University, teaching horn, ear training, and conducting brass ensembles. She is a sought-after freelance horn player in Nashville and performs with orchestras across the southeastern U.S., including as co-principal horn of the Gateway Chamber Orchestra. Previously, she was active in Boston with groups like Bala Chamber Brass, an internationally acclaimed quintet known for premiering contemporary works.
Education:
- Doctor of Musical Arts (2013), Boston University
- Graduate Diploma & Master of Music, New England Conservatory
- Bachelor of Music (Horn Performance & Music Theory), Eastman School of Music
Her research and performance focus includes revitalizing the brass quintet genre through modern repertoire. She has collaborated on three CDs featuring commissioned works, including Revealed, Deus Ex Machina, and Passports. Dr. Sienkiewicz also maintains an active role in music education, holding the Performer's Certificate from Eastman and a Music-in-Education concentration from New England Conservatory.
Awards & Memberships:
- Pi Kappa Lambda (National Music Honor Society)
Her teaching emphasizes ensemble performance and musicianship, leading the horn choir and brass ensembles at APSU. She remains a key figure in promoting contemporary brass repertoire through her work with Bala Chamber Brass.
