Nirvana Stephens Guernsey 

Bellingham, WA 98225 
U.S.A.
email: flute_nirvana@hotmail.com

 Primary Phone:(360)384-8689
Website:
http://www.nirvana.dreamhost.com/
Professional  Performer/Instructor 
Specializing in Flute & Piccolo

 
SUMMARY Classically Trained Musician with an 
Appreciation for New Music
Having the following strengths:
  • Nine years of orchestral experience.
  • Eleven years of teaching experience.
  • Five years of University level training culminating                                in a Masters of Music in Performance Degree. 
  • Proficient  in all eras of musicianship training including baroque, classical, romantic, and 20th century
  • National and International studies have contributed to a rich knowledge of  styles and interpretations of music.

 
TARGET JOB Desired Job Type: Philharmonic Orchestra Position
Desired Status: Full-Time
Desired Salary: Open 
Site Location: Bellingham area, Seattle area 
Career Level Beginning
Date of Availability: Immediately

 
WORK STATUS US Citizen I am authorized to work in this country for any employer.

 
SOCIETIES & 
CLUBS
  • Member of The National Flute Association 
  • Member of AFM 
  • Member of the Seattle Flute Society
  • Subscriber to Flute Talk Magazine 
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
  • 2001-2002: Finalist in W.W.U. concerto competition
  • 2000-2001: Finalist in W.W.U. concerto competition
  • 1993-1997: Awarded Superior ratings five years in a row                       in solo artist competition
ORCHESTRAS & ENSEMBLES
  • 2000-2002: member of W.W. U.'s flute choir
  • 2001: member of Whatcom Symphony Orchestra
  • 2000-2002: member of  "The Spice of Heaven" music ensemble
  • 1999: member of Baroque chamber ensemble "Collegium Musicum"
  • 1997 Awarded as the year's "Outstanding Musician"
  • 1990-1997: First Chair Flute in Band, Orchestra, &                               Jazz Ensemble
NEW MUSIC
  • Performed in the world  premieres of  four new music pieces by local composers
  • Member of  New Music Ensemble W.W.U.
MASTER CLASSES & CONVENTIONS
  • Fall 2001 in Seattle, Wa: Flute Masterclass with Jeffry Khaner
  • Summer 2000 in New York at  Juilliard School of Music with               Jeanne Baxtresser, & Alberto Almarza
  • Summer 1999 in  Surrey, England with William Bennett
  • Fall 1998 in Seattle, Wa: Flute masterclass with Elena Duran
PERFORMANCES
  • 1995-Present: More than twelve weddings
  • 2000-2002: Three Professional Solo Recitals at Western Washington University 
  • 1999: "The Magic Flute"
  • 1995: Lead Flute in "Les Miserables"
  • 1994 : Lead Flute in  “Hello Dolly!
VOLUNTEER 
EXPERIENCE
  • 1992-present: Volunteered to perform music for the elderly in Retirement homes in Issaquah, Seattle, and the San Juan Island
  • 2000 in New York: Participated in a music therapy session at            Bronx State Hospital 

 
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Music Performance  -  GPA 3.72
6/2001 Western Washington U.  Bellingham,WA.,USA
Master of Music Performance  -  GPA 3.72
6/2002 Western Washington U.  Bellingham,WA.,USA

 
REFERENCES Please request.