Ehren Lemir Valmé is a distinguished artist and administrator celebrated for his expertise onstage and off. He founded Valmé Arts Consultancy and co-founded the National Arts Diversity Integration Association. His previous experience includes roles with the Metropolitan Opera, Philadelphia Orchestra, The Juilliard School, and Bravo! Vail in Colorado. Ehren serves as a Federal Asset Manager with the U.S. General Services Administration.

A dedicated performer and educator, Valmé is the bass trombonist for the New England Symphonic Ensemble and a Teaching Artist with the New York Philharmonic. He has also conducted brass classes for Juilliard’s Preparatory Division. His performance repertoire is expansive, having collaborated with numerous ensembles and orchestras. As a composer, he has been commissioned by notable institutions, including the Juilliard School, the University of Michigan, the PYO Music Institute, and Kinhaven.

Valmé is a strong proponent of contemporary music and has commissioned, premiered, and conducted many modern works. His expertise as a recording engineer is also evident in numerous recording projects, including credits for WHYY and NPR.

Ehren holds a Bachelor's in Music from The Juilliard School and a Master’s in Arts Administration from Columbia University.