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Nathan Ukens serves as a Horn Instructor at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester, specializing in horn pedagogy and performance. He concurrently holds the position of third horn with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, having previously held principal and section roles with the Santa Fe Symphony, New Mexico Philharmonic, and Sarasota Orchestra.
His academic credentials include:
- Master of Music from Southern Methodist University (studied under Gregory Hustis)
- Bachelor of Music from Oklahoma State University
Ukens maintains an active performance career spanning orchestral, chamber, and solo repertoire. As a featured soloist, he has performed with the Santa Fe Symphony, New Mexico Philharmonic, New Mexico Symphonic Chorus, Music in the Mountains festival, and Albuquerque Philharmonic, demonstrating versatility across diverse musical contexts and collaborative ensembles.
Outside professional engagements, Ukens pursues avid bird watching and nature photography in regional parks, reflecting his engagement with environmental conservation through artistic documentation of avian species.
