Kurt Melendy

Kurt Melendy, a Michigan-born double bassist, is a first year Doctor of Musical Arts candidate and teaching assistant at the University of Colorado Boulder studying under Professor Paul Erhard. He graduated from the University of Michigan with two Master of Music degrees in double bass performance and chamber music and then completed a Specialist of Music degree.

Melendy sits in the principal position with the University Symphony Orchestra and has performed with the ProMusica Chamber Orchestra and the Sphere Ensemble. He is the Graduate Liaison of the Arts for the 2021-22 year. While in this position, he is hoping to establish a stronger unification between the departments that make up the arts.

Outside of school, Melendy holds an internship with the International Society of Bassists assisting with various administrative tasks and helping host their Center Stage events. In his free time, he enjoys composing music that includes the double bass.