Instructor
- Flute
Contact Information
- iugrcic@iup.edu
- 309
Courses Taught
- Applied Flute
- Flute Ensemble
Degrees
- DMA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Diplôme de Concertiste - Artist Diploma, École Normale de Musique de Paris (Paris, France)
- MM, University of Belgrade Academy of Music (Belgrade, Serbia)
- BA, University of Belgrade Academy of Music (Belgrade, Serbia)
Biography
An award-winning Serbian flutist, Iva Ugrčić, is one of the most exciting and adventurous flutists in the international pantheon. Known for her “mesmerizing performances” (The Flute View Magazine), “breathtaking perfection” (The American Prize), and “supreme expertise” (The Fanfare Music Magazine), she has garnered international acclaim. Her performances, both as a soloist and a collaborator in chamber and orchestral settings, have graced renowned stages, venues, and music festivals worldwide.
Named the Musician of the Year for 2018 by the Well-Tempered Ear and a “Woman to Watch 2022” by BRAVA Magazine, Ugrčić enjoys a unique and versatile career as a performer, educator, speaker, entrepreneur, and music advocate. A versatile and adventurous artist, Iva resided in Serbia, Germany, and France before relocating to the United States.
Since moving to the US in 2015, Ugrčić has won multiple solo and chamber music competitions, including the Irving Shain Competition, the James Smith Orchestra Award for excellence and leadership, the C.R.E.A.T.E. Project Competition at the 46th National Flute Association Convention, and the UW Arts Business Competition; was awarded the first prize from The American Prize for chamber music performance and the Gold Medal at the International Vienna Competition; and was a finalist for the Pro Musicis International Award in NYC.
Her most recent honors include national recognition as the winner of The American Prize in Solo Performance (Professional Division) in September 2023 and winning the Pittsburgh Chamber Society Competition in April 2025. Her performance has been praised for “amazing virtuosic technique, impeccable intonation, and gorgeous, rich tone throughout the registers.”
An energetic and passionate educator, Ugrčić currently teaches at ϲ and Duquesne University and has presented workshops, masterclasses, and performances throughout the United States and Europe. A committed mentor and advocate for the next generation of artists, she has been a member of the National Flute Association’s Career and Artistic Development Committee and mentored the first cohort of First-Generation Student Fellows through the organization.
Ugrčić is also a dedicated champion of new music, frequently collaborating with composers to expand the flute repertoire. Driven by her passion for showcasing underrepresented voices, Ugrčić is committed to elevating music that reflects unique perspectives and lived experiences, with a special focus on collaborating with women composers.
Ugrčić’s most recent solo album, Gates of Dream, featuring flute works by contemporary Romanian composer Doina Rotaru, was released in March of 2024 through Music & Arts and is available on all streaming platforms. Hailed by The Flute View Magazine as “nothing short of brilliant,” the album underscores Ugrčić’s steadfast commitment to showcasing works by women composers.
As an entrepreneur, Ugrčić is the founder and CEO/artistic director of LunART, an international nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, inspire, promote, and celebrate women in the arts. Under her leadership, in 2022 alone, LunART received a Silver Lining Award for outstanding contribution to the art community and a programming award from the International Alliance for Women in Music. Since its conception in 2018, thanks to her vision and unwavering passion, LunART has started two ensembles, a chamber music collective and a women’s choir, showcasing over 400 performers and elevating the voices of 200 composers through more than 80 events.
Furthermore, Ugrčić is the owner and coach at Artistic Wealth Coach, LLC, offering financial and career coaching services to artists and creatives globally.
Iva Ugrčić’s journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication, artistic excellence, and visionary leadership. Her ability to transcend boundaries, embrace diversity, and champion innovation makes her a remarkable figure in the realm of music and culture
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