Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Languages
References
Timeline
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Diana Pineda

Diana Pineda

Anaheim

Summary

Dynamic Flutist known for delivering high-quality performances with efficiency and productivity. Proficient in interpreting classical and contemporary music, with advanced sight-reading abilities and expressive techniques. Capable of fostering collaboration and adapting to challenges in various musical settings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Concerto Soloist

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Symphony
Lafayette
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Featured soloist after winning the university concerto competition.
  • Performed a full concerto in live orchestral concert.

Flutist

Blue Morphos Orchestra
Columbus
01.2023 - Current
  • Perform under the direction of Enluis Montes Olivares in symphonic and educational concerts.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to shape a vibrant orchestral sound and serve diverse communities.

Principal & Section Flutist

Schwob Philharmonic & Chamber Ensembles
Columbus
01.2023 - 12.2025
  • Performed major symphonic works and chamber repertoire in student and faculty ensembles.

Second Flutist

EAFIT Professional Orchestra
Medellín
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Performed as second flute in professional concerts and recordings featuring Latin American and European repertoire.
  • Collaborated with leading conductors and soloists; gained experience in large-scale orchestral productions.

Principal Flutist

Orquesta Sinfónica de Antioquia
Medellín
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Lead flutist for the regional symphony orchestra of Antioquia performing a wide range of classical and contemporary works.
  • Participated in educational and outreach programs to expand access to classical music.

Graduate Assistant

Schwob School of Music
Columbus
01.2023 - 12.2025
  • Assisted in performance seminar courses, masterclasses, and student recital preparation.

Flute Teaching Assistant

University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Taught applied flute lessons and coached chamber music groups.
  • Helped prepare students for juries and degree recitals.

Woodwind Coach

Orquesta Filarmónica Metropolitana del Valle de Aburrá
Medellín
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Led sectionals and coached woodwind players for public performances and competitions.

Teaching Artist

Music for Peace Foundation
Colombia
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Co-led the formation of Colombia's first Indigenous youth orchestra.
  • Designed music workshops in conflict-affected areas.

Education

Master of Music - Flute Performance

Columbus State University - Schwob School of Music
Columbus, GA
01.2025

Bachelor of Music - Performance and Ethnomusicology

University of Antioquia
Medellín, Colombia
01.2018

Skills

  • Orchestral and solo flute performance
  • Ensemble and sectional coaching
  • Music pedagogy and curriculum development
  • Spanish/English bilingual instruction
  • Chamber music and collaborative performance
  • Community-based arts education

Awards

  • 2nd Prize, New York International Music Competition, 01/01/24
  • Honor mention outstanding performance, Louisiana Flute Society Solo Competition, 01/01/23
  • Winner, ULL Concerto Competition, 01/01/23

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Concerto Soloist

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Symphony
01.2023 - 12.2023

Flutist

Blue Morphos Orchestra
01.2023 - Current

Principal & Section Flutist

Schwob Philharmonic & Chamber Ensembles
01.2023 - 12.2025

Graduate Assistant

Schwob School of Music
01.2023 - 12.2025

Flute Teaching Assistant

University of Louisiana at Lafayette
01.2022 - 12.2023

Woodwind Coach

Orquesta Filarmónica Metropolitana del Valle de Aburrá
01.2021 - 12.2022

Teaching Artist

Music for Peace Foundation
01.2019 - 12.2021

Second Flutist

EAFIT Professional Orchestra
01.2017 - 01.2019

Principal Flutist

Orquesta Sinfónica de Antioquia
01.2015 - 01.2017

Master of Music - Flute Performance

Columbus State University - Schwob School of Music

Bachelor of Music - Performance and Ethnomusicology

University of Antioquia
Diana Pineda