Welcome! Flutists Tina Signorelli and Kate Stanko established the MANTRA Flute Duo in the Fall of 2005. Both shared a similar desire to entertain listeners with high quality classical music. Their relaxing and easy-to-listen-to repertoire is the perfect way to set the stage for your special event - be it your wedding day, a holiday party, or any occasion that you need to add that "something extra."
MANTRA has performed at many functions local to the Rochester, NY area and would be happy to play at your next event!
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Biographies
Tina Signorelli is a Pearl Flute Performing Artist.
Tina studies with Glennda Dove-Pellito. She graduated from the Eastman Community Music School as the first adult student to graduate with honors receiving the Adult Certificate in Flute with Honors, Certificate of Advanced Achievement in Performance, and 2 Certificates of Merit.
In addition to MANTRA, Tina performs with the Jazz ensemble "Flaire", alongside Guitarist, Mel Henderson and Percussionist, Freddy Colon. She is also a member of the Fairport Musicale. Former musical endeavors include performing as the Principal Flutist of the Genesee Valley Orchestra and Chorus from 1998-2008, as well as performing nationally and recording two CD's with NRG! Duo. In both 2007 and 2008 Tina performed with the National Flute Association's Professional Flute Choir, an esteemed honor.
She serves as Artist Manager for Dr. Bradley Garner (with whom she studied) and Goran Marcusson at the Wildacres Flute Retreat. She is Quality Assurance Manager for Blackdog Recording Studios and Blackdog Media Group, LLC.
Tina formerly served on the Board of Directors for the Rochester Flute Association as the Program Chair.
Tina is a mother of one and owner of Fingerprints by Tina, LLC, a work-at-home business as a Medical Transcriptionist. She enjoys running, weightlifting, yoga, reading, and spending time with her daughter and 2 dogs.
Tina Signorelli plays on an 18K Gold Pearl Maesta.
Kate Stanko, a Rochester native, has studied under the instruction of a number of accomplished flutists local to the area - including Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra flutist Jan Angus.
Kate has participated in various local ensembles, some of which include the Greece Symphony Orchestra, Greece Concert Band, Rochester Flute Association Flute Choir, Silvertones Flute Choir, and Grace Notes Duo. In the Fall of 2006 she also had the opportunity to play in the pit orchestra for the Irondequoit Theater Guild's production of Guys and Dolls under the baton of Ron Bowks. In addition to MANTRA, Kate performs as Co-Principal Flutist of the Genesee Valley Orchestra and Chorus (since 2008), and is also a member of Quintessence, a woodwind quintet (since 2009).
Kate has played many local events including ARTWalk performances at Craft Co. No. 9, the George Eastman House, and Starry Nites Café, in addition to performances at local area adult living communities, churches and various venues throughout Rochester. She also enjoys donating her time to perform for the "Toast To Hope" fundraiser, an annual event that raises money for Breast Cancer research and support programs local to Rochester, NY.
For the 2007-2008 season, she also served as a Program Chair Committee Member for the Rochester Flute Association.
Kate is employed with a local company that strives to enhance people's vision and quality of life. When she has time, she also enjoys golfing, hiking, cross-county skiing, pilates, yoga, reading, and wine.
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Repertoire
MANTRA performs a wide selection of classical music, including works by Bach, Kuhlau, Mozart, Quantz, Berbiguier, Beethoven, Schultze, Telemann and Koechlin, in addition to many other great composers. We also have a wide selection of traditional holiday music and contemporary works.
We would be happy to choose the appropriate repertoire for your special occasion or work with you to select music for your event.
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Contact Information
Please call (585) 671-7182 or email us with inquiries at info@mantrafluteduo.com
MANTRA is happy to perform for events local to Rochester, NY and surrounding locations. Cost of service subject to event date, length of performance and location. Please provide as many details as possible regarding your event, so we can better respond to any price-related inquiries. Thank you.
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