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Laura Lentz is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Music, Nazareth University, and a flutist specializing in contemporary music. She serves as Artistic Director of the award-winning ensemble fivebyfive, which has received recognition and funding from institutions like New Music USA and Chamber Music America. Additionally, she teaches music business and arts leadership courses at Eastman School of Music's Institute for Music Leadership.
- Flutist: Focus on solo and chamber contemporary music
- Collaborator: Creates cross-genre programming with fivebyfive
- Author: Released Modal Flute Warmup (Conway Publications, 2023)
- Teacher-Mentor: Guides students in artistic self-advocacy
Lentz's research interests center on expanding flute pedagogy through modal warmup approaches, commissioning new works, and community-engaged programming. Her ensemble fivebyfive has pioneered innovative concert formats blending contemporary classical and experimental genres.
As an educator, she emphasizes entrepreneurial skills for musicians, helping students secure funding for creative projects. Her work intersects performance practice, arts leadership, and digital-age music dissemination.
Scientific Awards:
- Support from New York State Council on the Arts
- Funding from Chamber Music America
- Grants from New Music USA
- Billboard Chart Recognition (#2 for 'Eclipse' album)
Lentz maintains active performance, recording, and writing schedules while serving on the National Flute Association New Music Advisory Committee. Her upcoming 'Serendipity' project (2025) features commissioned works by prominent composers.
