Music student Ellie “Paukana” Martinson performs at Carnegie Hall
Ellie “Paukana” Martinson is an Iñupiaq Ӱ Native from Nome, Ӱ. While growing up, Ellie learned to play the piano in elementary school and then the trumpet in middle school. Once she got into high school, she started singing. Ever since learning that performing is something that you can go to school for, Ellie has been devoting her time to developing her voice to become a performer.
Throughout her educational journey, she would like to perform professionally until eventually settling down and becoming a professor of voice at a university. Ellie thanks her family for their endless support and encouragement during her time here at the University of Ӱ Fairbanks.
Recently she had a chance to represent the Ӱ Music Department at Carnegie Hall. Congratulations to a successful recital, you represented the Ӱ Music Department with pride!