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Sarah Naqvi
Sarah Naqvi is a flutist, research assistant, and electronic composer from Long Island, New York. Sarah began studying the flute at 8 years old and alto saxophone at 13. Finding a passion for music, she sought opportunities to perform in groups such as the Gemini Youth Orchestra and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Band. She has attended Berklee College of Music as a World Tour Scholarship recipient, and has studied under the tutelage of Grammy-nominated flutist, Sarpay Özçağatay.
She is currently pursuing the Electronic Production & Design major with minors in Creative Coding and Psychology. Additionally, she is a research assistant at the Berklee Psychology of Music Research Lab. During her time at Berklee, she has also been awarded the Robert Henke Award by the Electronic Production & Design department.
As a teacher, Sarah has been instructing flute and saxophone lessons for students ranging from elementary to high school, with experience preparing students for NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) performance examinations. She tailors lessons to meet students’ specific goals and is committed to making the study of music engaging and approachable. Cultivating a growth mindset and developing a lifelong appreciation for music are at the forefront of her pedagogical philosophy.
During her time at Berklee, she has performed in a variety of ensembles and showcases, spanning multiple genres. She has performed in the Berklee Symphonic Winds, Upside Down Universe Orchestra, Berklee Flute Choir, Chinese Traditional Music Ensemble, Berklee Interdisciplinary Arts Institute, and the South Asian Scholar Association’s Mehfil showcase. She has also had the pleasure of performing at various venues including Brighton Music Hall in Boston and Lincoln Center in New York City. She frequently collaborates with other artists and especially enjoys creating and performing music from a diverse range of cultural traditions and styles. Her multi-channel composition, Walid, has been featured in Cube Fest at Virginia Tech.