Viviana Cumplido Wilson

Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Viviana Cumplido Wilson began musical studies at age 6 on piano, before discovering her love of the flute and ensemble playing. Viviana has served as Principal Flute of The Phoenix Symphony since 2006, and the Colorado Music Festival in Boulder since 2010. Prior to her appointment in Phoenix, Viviana held the same position with the Tucson Symphony for three seasons. She also is a member of the Valley's own, Urban Nocturnes ensemble.

Viviana is proud of her track record of educational outreach, especially to underserved communities using music as a means to promote greater achievement in students as a Young Musician's Foundation mentor in Los Angeles and with the Opening Minds through the Arts program in Tucson. She is also an active participant in several of The Phoenix Symphony's outreach programs, regularly performing at hospitals, dementia care facilities, and homeless shelters.

When not pursuing music, Viviana is a committed athlete, having completed several marathons, and was a particularly proud finisher of Ironman Arizona in 2013. She also serves as a volunteer for Ryan House, a not-for-profit pediatric care facility that provides support and services to children experiencing unique life-limiting and end-of-life journeys.

Viviana is married to timpanist and percussionist Peter Wilson, with whom she shares her Phoenix home with their cat and two hilarious, disobedient dogs.