Bozeman Symphony Welcomes New Principal Flute
Bozeman, Mont. – The Bozeman Symphony and Music Director Norman Huynh announce the appointment of Sierra Schmeltzer as Principal Flute starting with the Symphony’s 2025–26 concert season, Music that Moves Us . . . to Join Together.
A dynamic performer and passionate educator, Schmeltzer joins the Symphony from Los Angeles, where she maintains an active freelance career performing with esteemed ensembles including the San Diego Symphony, Pacific Symphony, and Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. She also currently serves as Principal Piccolo with the Boise Philharmonic and maintains a thriving private teaching studio.
“I am so thrilled to welcome Sierra to the Bozeman Symphony family,” said Music Director Norman Huynh. “Principal flute is one of the most important roles in the orchestra. We are lucky to have someone with her experience and talent to contribute to our already highly skilled woodwind section.”
Musician Committee Chair and Principal Oboe Sandy Stimson stated, “I am looking forward to working with Sierra. Along with her beautiful, expressive playing, she is also a wonderful colleague.”
Schmeltzer holds a Bachelor of Music from the Hartt School of Music and a Master of Music and Graduate Certificate from the University of Southern California. She was awarded First Prize in the 2024 San Diego Young Artist Competition and was a semi-finalist in the 2023 National Flute Association Young Artist Competition.
When she’s not on stage or in the classroom, Schmeltzer enjoys spending time with her two cats, Henri and Thor.
The Bozeman Symphony’s 2025–26 season opens the weekend of September 20 with Sounds of America I: Marsalis & Rachmaninoff. Tickets are available at www.bozemansymphony.org or by calling 406-585-9774. Adult tickets start at just $29, with student discounts available. Tickets at the door are subject to availability.
July 7, 2025
Contact: Peggy Stebbins
Office: 406.585.9774
peggy@bozemansymphony.org