Flutist. Collaborator.
Teacher-mentor.
Laura Lentz is a flutist, collaborator and teacher-mentor, discovering and sharing new soundscapes that spark imaginations and emotions. With flute playing described as “gorgeous,” and “riveting,” she is dedicated to commissioning, performing, and recording music by today’s foreword thinking composers.
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“One of my favorite flutists.” - composer JacobTV
NEW WORK
Preview of “Plasmonic Mirror” by Sean William Calhoun
Wisconsin Flute Festival
4/20/24
Artist Statement:
I believe music’s emotional qualities and rich sound world can build empathy and compassion, connecting us with each other (and also with ourselves) as artists and people.
As a performer I tend to gravitate to playing music by living composers where I am asked to explore an even wider color palette and different sound qualities.
I feel the most powerful contribution when I work with visionary people to create extraordinary new work that makes an impactful artistic statement.
I am interested in supporting the next generation of musicians and artists by creating space for discovery to grow into the musician or artist they want to be.
TIMELESS
Second solo recording (April, 2024)
landscapes of Norway
Timeless - bass flute & electronics
Boundless - alto flute & electronics
"Timeless is a pensive pair of tracks that will urge the listener to take a breath and truly imagine the beauty of nature."
- National Flute Association
“Out of this world, I love it.”
-David Srebnik, All Art is Personal
LIVE PERFORMANCE
Boundless by Kari Telstad Sundet
Wisconsin Flute Festival
4/20/24
JACOB’S TRIPTYCH
Debut solo recording (March, 2023)
“Dazzling, showstopper collection.”
-National Flute Association
“Laura is a true ambassador of my flute repertoire.”
- JacobTV, composer
“Really lovely.”
- John Schaefer, New Sounds
“Rewards repeat hearings.”
- CITY News
“Striking, meticulous flute playing.”
- Take Effect
“I am moved and amazed.”
- David Srebnik, All Art is Personal
MODAL FLUTE WARMUP
w/ Conway Publications
(internationally sold)
“Fantastic. Unlock the door and walk into the modal sunshine!”
-Amy Porter, flutist
“Laura has created a new path for all of us…enthusiastically recommended.”
-National Flute Association
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Flutist
I am a flutist dedicated to contemporary music for solo and chamber settings.
I commission, perform, and record music by today’s most forward-thinking composers whose music I truly admire.
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Collaborator
Collaborating with others to create and share exciting new work is what I find most artistically fulfilling.
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Teacher-mentor
As a teacher-mentor, I guide students how to discover and grow as an artist.
Students feel empowered and become advocates for their own musical journey.
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