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Laura Vincent, currently living in the San Francisco area, is recognized for her recitals, chamber music concerts, orchestral work and for her solos with orchestras. She has performed nationally and internationally in such places as Leipzig, Germany; the Juilliard School in New York City; Portland Oregon, Redwood City, CA; Daytona Beach, FL as well as in many concert venues in New England. She is an active proponent of living composers having premiered works by Mascari, Elizondo and Child. Ms. Vincent has performed with many orchestras and was a member of several professional woodwind quintets and flute/guitar duos.

“Laura Vincent is a consummate performer demonstrating special rapport with her audience. Hearing her play, we knew we would invite her back.” --Lauren J. Komack Chair, Classical Music Series The Center for the Arts in Natick Bach, Beethoven and Bagels recital series

She has created and developed many programs for young musicians including masterclasses, practice auditions and chamber music ensembles. Mrs. Vincent has also appeared at Flute Fairs around the country as well as the National Flute Convention, performing, teaching traditional flute masterclasses and giving workshops on performance anxiety and stage presence. Besides her teaching and coaching, she also offers a unique service to flutists by acting as an instrument consultant when flutists wish to purchase a new flute, headjoint or piccolo.

Mrs. Vincent received her MM in Flute performance from the Boston Conservatory where she was a scholarship student of Lois Schaefer. She earned her BA from Brandeis University and holds a Graduate Certificate in Medical Social Work from the Institute of Health Professions, Massachusetts General Hospital. Other principal teachers include Jeanne Baxtresser, Linda Chesis, Leone Buyse and William Grass. She has done extensive coaching with Keith Underwood and voice teacher Dixie Stewart Johnson in New York.

“Laura Vincent is a remarkable flutist and a most inspiring teacher. She has an unquenchable curiosity and a passion for learning that makes her a very creative teacher and performer. Her enthusiasm and talent have always brought me great pleasure.” -Jeanne Baxtresser Former Principal Flute, New York Philharmonic

Professional affiliations include membership in the National Flute Association and the Greater Boston Flute Association. She is a former Vice-President and board member of the James Pappoutsakis Memorial Fund. She was elected a member of the music honor society Pi Kappa Lambda while a graduate student at Boston Conservatory.

In addition to her musical activities, Ms. Vincent is a nationally certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. She holds a brown belt in Kempo Karate and studies the Alexander Technique.