Bassoon
A “lyrical soloist” with “beautiful playing in both tone and technique,” bassoonist Nanci Belmont is in demand as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral musician. She is a Leitzinger Bassoons Performing Artist and Second Prize winner of the 2016 Gillet-Fox Competition of the International Double Reed Society and performs on series and festivals around the country. Active in the contemporary music scene, she is a member of the wind quintet City of Tomorrow and has collaborated with Talea ensemble, International Contemporary Ensemble, Lucerne Festival Contemporary Orchestra, and Alarm Will Sound. Nanci currently serves as Assistant Professor of Bassoon at Louisiana State University.
Meet Nanci
At what age did you get involved with music?
I sang in choir in elementary school, but started with bassoon in band in the 6th grade.
What drew you to your instrument of choice?
I honestly just thought it looked really cool.
What do you enjoy about playing in a more intimate setting such as a chamber orchestra?
It is such a pleasure to be able to lead and follow and communicate musically with my colleagues. I absolutely love chamber music, and chamber orchestra is just chamber music with more people!
What are some of your hobbies outside of music?
I love board games, reading, and spin class!
What music do you like to listen to outside of classical music?
Currently on a Lady Gaga kick.