Welcome to the musical world of Kiana Fatemifar, a passionate musician, accomplished flutist, and dedicated teacher. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) degree at Texas Christian University under the guidance of Dr. Shauna Thompson, Kiana has established herself as a rising talent in the realm of classical music.

Her musical journey includes earning a Master of Music in Flute Performance and Music History Pedagogy at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, studying under the esteemed Dr. Cobus du Toit. Kiana’s commitment to excellence has been recognized through various accolades, such as winning the Second Prize at the National Youth Music Festival in Tehran (2020) and receiving the Juries Certificate of Recognition at the Tehran Flute Competition (2019).

Kiana’s versatility as a flutist is showcased through her performances with renowned orchestras and ensembles, including Valley Winds, UMass Wind Ensemble, and Symphony Orchestra in the United States. In Iran, she has lent her talents to prestigious groups like the Tehran Flute Choir, Pars Wind Ensemble, University of Tehran Chamber Orchestra, and musical theaters.

Her musical journey has been enriched by attending masterclasses with distinguished flutists such as Marina Piccinini, Brandon Patrick George, Sarah Brady, Mathias Ziegler, Nolwenn Bargin, Kouchyar Shahroudi, Barbara Gisler, Nils Thilo Krämer, and other noteworthy flutists from the United States, Austria, and Iran.

In addition to her performance career, Since 2015, Kiana has been deeply engaged in music education, specializing in the renowned Orff Schulwerk method. In her impactful journey, she served as a Flute Instructor, Ensemble Instructor, and Children’s Music Teacher at “Pars Music Institute” one of Iran’s most esteemed music institutions. Her role encompassed shaping the musical foundation of aspiring musicians and fostering a love for music through innovative teaching methods. She began her teaching career in the United States, serving as a Teaching Assistant for music appreciation seminars at the University of Massachusetts Amherst for two years. Currently, she contributes to the musical education landscape as a Flute Studio Teaching Assistant at Texas Christian University and a private flute instructor at Burleson Centennial High School.

Join Kiana on her musical journey, where passion, dedication, and the joy of teaching converge to create a harmonious experience for all.

• Flute Teacher, Burleson Centennial High School, Texas, USA (Present)

• Teaching Assistant of Flute Studio, Texas Christian University (Present)

• Teaching Assistant of Music Appreciation, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2021-2023)

• From Analysis to Performance “Takemitsu Air,” Lecturer, Tehran Flute Webinar, Tehran, Iran (2022)

• Four Effective Exercises For Flute Warm Up, Work shop instructor, Tehran Flute Webinar, Tehran, Iran (2020)

• Flute Teacher Pars Music Institute, Tehran, Iran (2015 – 2021)

• Director Of Children’s Flute Ensemble, Pars Music Institute, Tehran, Iran (2015- 2021)

• Children’s Music Instructor (Orff Approach), Pars Music Institute, Tehran, Iran (2015-2019)

• Children’s Workshop Instructor, Iran Flute Society Seminar, Tehran, Iran (2016)