Bio

Cole Nagoda (b. 2004) is an undergraduate composition major at the University of Arizona. From 2021-2023, he participated in the Tucson Symphony Orchestra’s Young Composers Project, studying under composer Vincent Calianno. In that time, he was able to explore many techniques and write for a variety of ensembles, including for orchestra. In 2024, Cole won a composition competition hosted by the University of Arizona flute studio which culminated in a performance by a fellow undergraduate music student. In March 2025, Cole will have a piece for cello, piano, and fixed media premiered at the TURN UP Multimedia Festival. After getting his Bachelor’s degree, Cole plans to go to grad school, with the long-term goal of teaching composition at the university level.