Iva Ugrčić
Award-winning Serbian flutist Dr. Iva Ugrčić captivates audiences with her virtuosic technique and rich tone. A sought-after soloist and ensemble performer, she is celebrated worldwide for her dynamic artistry and expressive musical voice, earning top honors like The American Prize in Solo Performance in 2023.
Serbian flutist Dr. Iva Ugrčić, an award-winning international solo artist, has been celebrated for her “amazing virtuosic technique, impeccable intonation, and gorgeous rich tone throughout the registers” (The American Prize 2023 - Solo Performance Winner). Renowned for her dynamic and brilliant artistry, Dr. Ugrčić has captivated audiences worldwide with her performances, both as a soloist and in chamber and orchestral ensembles.
Named the "Musician of the Year for 2018" by the Well-Tempered Ear and “Woman to Watch 2022” in BRAVA Magazine, Dr. Ugrčić enjoys a unique and versatile career as a solo performer, speaker, coach, entrepreneur, and music advocate. After completing her master's degree in Paris, Iva earned her Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2017. A passionate champion of new music, she collaborates with composers to expand the flute repertoire, particularly focusing on works by women composers.
Dr. Ugrčić’s most recent solo album, "Gates of a Dream,” featuring flute works by contemporary Romanian composer Doina Rotaru, was released through Music & arts and available on all streaming platforms. This album underscores her steadfast commitment to showcasing works by women composers. As the Flute View Magazine wrote: "Ugrcic's interpretation is nothing short of brilliant, as she brings out the nuances of Rotaru's score with precision and emotion..." Iva Ugrcic's album of Doina Rotaru's music is a testament to her mastery as a flutist and her ability to breathe life into complex compositions.
As an entrepreneur, Iva is the Founder & CEO/Artistic Director of LunART, an award-winning nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, promote, and celebrate all women in the arts as well as the Owner & Coach at Artistic Wealth Coach, LLC., offering financial and career coaching services to artists and creatives globally.
Currently residing in Pittsburgh, Dr. Ugrčić teaches at Duquesne University. https://www.ivaugrcic.com/