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Ehren Lemir Valmé
Musician, Arts Administrator
New York,NY
Summary
An accomplished artist, communicator, and arts administrator dedicated to developing artistic communities, with a focus in organizational leadership and ensemble leadership. Demonstrated experience in conservatory level teaching studio and ensemble administration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching Artist
Brass, The New York Philharmonic
New York, New York
04.2022 - Current
- Reports to the Manager of Teaching and Learning
- Conducts brass sectionals for the New York City All-City Orchestra
- Develops learning goals in consultation with the Music Director
Artistic and Education Coordinator
The Philadelphia Orchestra
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
10.2021 - Current
- Reports to Artistic Administrator and Director of Education and Community
- Manages payments and reimbursements for guest soloists and conductors
- Coordinates vendor invoices for production and audio engineers
- Manages Broadcast and Electronic Media rights for recorded performances
- Oversees the execution of performance agreements and other artistic contracts.
Faculty Assistant
Brass, The Juilliard School
New York, New York
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Reported to Dean of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Music Division
- Assistant Conductor, The Juilliard Trombone Choir
- Organized masterclasses and visiting lecturers for low brass courses
- Assisted faculty with course scheduling and lesson planning
- Oversaw the engagement of guest artist and coordinated contracts as necessary
- Communicated with administration to address issues that arise on behalf of the faculty
- Assisted with the release of “Holiday Classics” and coordinated produced marketingmaterials.
Artistic Operations Intern
Bravo! Vail Music Festival
Vail, Colorado
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Reported to Directors of Artistic Operations and Artistic Planning
- Tracked vendor invoices and coordinates soloist payments with VP of Finance
- Assisted with all elements of producing orchestral and chamber music
- Tracked important information in Arts Vision
- Assisted with front of house duties for a diverse array of community engagement concerts
- Interfaces and assists guest artists.
Personnel and Operations Manager
The Juilliard School
New York, New York
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Reported to the Director of Performance Activities
- Responsible for rehearsal and performance production
- Responsible for attendance records and mentor contracts
- Stage managed live, recorded, and live streamed events.
Administrative Intern
The Montclair Orchestra
Montclair, New Jersey
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Reported to the President
- Coordinated social media scheduling
- Updated information in Neon One CRM software
- Coordinated data collection and revises documents for strategic initiatives.
Community Advisor
The Curtis Institute of Music, Curtis Summerfest
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Ensured participant safety and participants' compliance with program policy
- Worked actively to create a healthy and inclusive environment for all students
- Responsible for mentoring and guidance
- Presented on effective practice and performance techniques.
English Tutor
The Juilliard School
New York, New York
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided one-on-one tutoring to support academic progress of students throughout the
- Liberal Arts curriculum
- Coached students in professional-level reading, writing, and public speaking skills
- Coached students through research, document drafting, and editing
- Trained English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) Tutor.
Information Technology Lab Supervisor
The Juilliard School
New York, New York
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisted with machine maintenance and software updates
- Provided technical support.
Administrative Assistant
Burlington Township Board of Education
Burlington, New Jersey
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided administrative support to the Superintendent of schools
- Digitized sensitive information into databases for state reporting
- Drafted policies and regulations for review
- Assisted with presentation materials for superintendent.
Education
Master of Arts - Arts Administration
Columbia University in The City of New York
New York, NY 08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Music - Bass Trombone
The Juilliard School
08.2017 - 06.2021
Accomplishments
Founder and Executive Director of National Arts Diversity Integration Association, a national think tank that addresses diversity and representation in the arts via interdisciplinary collaboration.
Commissioned by the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute to compose works for Brass Ensemble.
Has served as audio engineer for several cutting edge recording projects. Recent clients include escapeVelocity, Ovation Concerts, Opus Illuminate, The Juilliard School, and Wycliffe Gordon.
Commissioned by The Juilliard School to compose an etude book for trombone for use by the Preparatory Division in consultation with the trombone faculty.
Has commissioned and premiered several new works for Bass Trombone, including a Concerto by Hannah Ishizaki and a Sextet for Bass and Tenor Trombone, String Quartet, and Piano.
Has developed experimental instruments and technologies with Long Island Brass Company.
Recipient of the following awards and honors:
- Peter Menin Prize, The Juilliard School
- Sphinx Connect Fellow 2020, Sphinx Organization
- Helen T. Carp Distinguished Service Award, Philadelphia Youth Orchestra
- Outstanding Musicianship Award, Berklee College of Music
- Good Citizenship Award, The Union League of Philadelphia
Software
Logic Pro
Final Cut Pro
Microsoft Office
Sibelius
Arts Vision
Paper Save
Wave Lab
Timeline
Teaching Artist
Brass, The New York Philharmonic
04.2022 - Current
Artistic and Education Coordinator
The Philadelphia Orchestra
10.2021 - Current
Master of Arts - Arts Administration
Columbia University in The City of New York
08.2021 - Current
Artistic Operations Intern
Bravo! Vail Music Festival
06.2021 - 08.2021
Administrative Intern
The Montclair Orchestra
01.2021 - 06.2021
Faculty Assistant
Brass, The Juilliard School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Personnel and Operations Manager
The Juilliard School
09.2019 - 06.2021
Community Advisor
The Curtis Institute of Music, Curtis Summerfest
06.2019 - 08.2019
English Tutor
The Juilliard School
02.2018 - 06.2019
Information Technology Lab Supervisor
The Juilliard School
09.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Music - Bass Trombone
The Juilliard School
08.2017 - 06.2021
Administrative Assistant
Burlington Township Board of Education
05.2017 - 08.2017