Vince Dominguez | Claire Annette
Drag Clarinet Superstar
United States
As a clarinetist working between classical music and nightlife entertainment spaces, I demand a reed that can keep up with every nuance of my performance demands. From the most delicate pianissimo to a bold resonant fortissimo, Légère Reeds meet that demand and exceed it every single time I’m on stage, providing the freedom, consistency and range I need to take risks and explore new sonic possibilities.
Dr. Vince Dominguez is an award-winning performer, educator, and creative based in Providence, RI. Known for his dynamic artistry, virtuosity, and commitment to equity in the arts, Vince maintains a national presence as both a clarinetist and a sought-after music educator. He currently serves as the Rhode Island State Chair for the International Clarinet Association (ICA), woodwind faculty at the Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School and appears regularly as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral performer across New England. Most recently, he performed as principal clarinet with the International Pride Orchestra in New York City.
Since 2009, Vince has presented and performed at leading conferences hosted by the International Clarinet Association, Arizona Music Educators Association, College Music Society, North American Saxophone Alliance and the SPHINX Organization. A career highlight came in August 2024, when he was featured as a Headlining Artist at the ICA’s ClarinetFest in Dublin, Ireland, performing as his internationally acclaimed drag persona, Claire Annette. Most recently, Vince presented his lecture “Imposter Syndrome Is Such A Drag!” at the ICA’s ClarinetFest 2025 in Fort Worth, TX, detailing the intersections between classical and drag performance practice.
Alongside his performance and teaching work, Vince brings over a decade of experience in arts administration with leadership roles at the Merit School of Music, Ravinia Festival, Lexington Philharmonic, Quinteto Latino, and the Boulanger Initiative, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting women and gender-marginalized composers in classical music.
Vince earned his Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Arizona State University in April 2020, where he held one of two prestigious graduate teaching assistantships. His doctoral project included a performance guide and three commissioned works for clarinet by renowned Mexican composers Victor Ibarra, Hilda Paredes, and Juan Trigos, each exploring sociopolitical issues affecting the U.S. and Latin America. A Légère Reeds and Henri SELMER Paris endorsed performing artist, he is passionate about amplifying queer & BIPOC voices and advocating for equity & inclusion throughout the classical music world.
For more: www.vincedominguez.com | @drvincedominguez
Claire Annette (a.k.a. Dr. Vince Dominguez) is an internationally recognized clarinetist, educator, and drag queen known for her boundary-breaking musicianship, virtuosity, and electrifying live performances.
Holding bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in music, Claire has been honored with Best Local Artist & Top Drag Performer at Rhode Island’s 2023 Options Awards and crowned Miss Gay New England USofA Newcomer 2023. In 2022, she made history as the world’s first drag clarinetist signed as a classical performing artist, becoming a groundbreaking voice in the classical world with Henri SELMER Paris clarinets.
Now in 2025, Claire is a Légère Reeds Endorsing Artist, captivating global audiences with a signature style that blends live instrumental brilliance with the vibrant energy of queer nightlife. Since 2020, she’s performed across the U.S. and serves as a weekend host at Providence’s Dark Lady and MYRTLE where she curates and produces dynamic shows that celebrate regional talent. Her performance highlights include sharing the stage with Idina Menzel & David Archuleta at Rhode Island Pride, in 2024, becoming the first drag artist to headline the International Clarinet Association’s ClarinetFest conference in Dublin, Ireland, performing with the International Pride Orchestra in New York City, leading as keynote speaker and guest artist at one-n-ten’s 2023 Fresh Brunch in Phoenix, AZ, and regularly performing in Cape Cod’s iconic Provincetown, MA community.
A passionate educator and activist, Claire is committed to challenging outdated norms in classical music, building inclusive audiences, and inspiring the next generation to feel seen, heard, and empowered. In 2024, she appeared at Schmitt Music’s Make Music Day 2024 in Minneapolis, presenting workshops on overcoming performance anxiety. In 2023, she stood in solidarity with communities in Cookeville, TN—leading a guest artist recital and masterclass at Tennessee Tech University alongside Dr. Mark Cramer in response to rising drag bans throughout the United States. Claire’s local collaborations include work with Options Magazine, Haus of Codec, and Spectrum Theatre Ensemble, where she’s brought neurodivergent drag story time to life in partnership with legendary puppeteer Big Nazo. At her core, Claire is a bridge-builder—on a mission to help others rediscover the magic of music, challenge expectations, and boldly celebrate their individuality.
Dr. Vince Dominguez is an award-winning performer, educator, and creative based in Providence, RI. Known for his dynamic artistry, virtuosity, and commitment to equity in the arts, Vince maintains a national presence as both a clarinetist and a sought-after music educator. He currently serves as the Rhode Island State Chair for the International Clarinet Association (ICA), woodwind faculty at the Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School and appears regularly as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral performer across New England. Most recently, he performed as principal clarinet with the International Pride Orchestra in New York City.
Since 2009, Vince has presented and performed at leading conferences hosted by the International Clarinet Association, Arizona Music Educators Association, College Music Society, North American Saxophone Alliance and the SPHINX Organization. A career highlight came in August 2024, when he was featured as a Headlining Artist at the ICA’s ClarinetFest in Dublin, Ireland, performing as his internationally acclaimed drag persona, Claire Annette. Most recently, Vince presented his lecture “Imposter Syndrome Is Such A Drag!” at the ICA’s ClarinetFest 2025 in Fort Worth, TX, detailing the intersections between classical and drag performance practice.
Alongside his performance and teaching work, Vince brings over a decade of experience in arts administration with leadership roles at the Merit School of Music, Ravinia Festival, Lexington Philharmonic, Quinteto Latino, and the Boulanger Initiative, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting women and gender-marginalized composers in classical music.
Vince earned his Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Arizona State University in April 2020, where he held one of two prestigious graduate teaching assistantships. His doctoral project included a performance guide and three commissioned works for clarinet by renowned Mexican composers Victor Ibarra, Hilda Paredes, and Juan Trigos, each exploring sociopolitical issues affecting the U.S. and Latin America. A Légère Reeds and Henri SELMER Paris endorsed performing artist, he is passionate about amplifying queer & BIPOC voices and advocating for equity & inclusion throughout the classical music world.
For more: www.vincedominguez.com | @drvincedominguez
Claire Annette (a.k.a. Dr. Vince Dominguez) is an internationally recognized clarinetist, educator, and drag queen known for her boundary-breaking musicianship, virtuosity, and electrifying live performances.
Holding bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in music, Claire has been honored with Best Local Artist & Top Drag Performer at Rhode Island’s 2023 Options Awards and crowned Miss Gay New England USofA Newcomer 2023. In 2022, she made history as the world’s first drag clarinetist signed as a classical performing artist, becoming a groundbreaking voice in the classical world with Henri SELMER Paris clarinets.
Now in 2025, Claire is a Légère Reeds Endorsing Artist, captivating global audiences with a signature style that blends live instrumental brilliance with the vibrant energy of queer nightlife. Since 2020, she’s performed across the U.S. and serves as a weekend host at Providence’s Dark Lady and MYRTLE where she curates and produces dynamic shows that celebrate regional talent. Her performance highlights include sharing the stage with Idina Menzel & David Archuleta at Rhode Island Pride, in 2024, becoming the first drag artist to headline the International Clarinet Association’s ClarinetFest conference in Dublin, Ireland, performing with the International Pride Orchestra in New York City, leading as keynote speaker and guest artist at one-n-ten’s 2023 Fresh Brunch in Phoenix, AZ, and regularly performing in Cape Cod’s iconic Provincetown, MA community.
A passionate educator and activist, Claire is committed to challenging outdated norms in classical music, building inclusive audiences, and inspiring the next generation to feel seen, heard, and empowered. In 2024, she appeared at Schmitt Music’s Make Music Day 2024 in Minneapolis, presenting workshops on overcoming performance anxiety. In 2023, she stood in solidarity with communities in Cookeville, TN—leading a guest artist recital and masterclass at Tennessee Tech University alongside Dr. Mark Cramer in response to rising drag bans throughout the United States. Claire’s local collaborations include work with Options Magazine, Haus of Codec, and Spectrum Theatre Ensemble, where she’s brought neurodivergent drag story time to life in partnership with legendary puppeteer Big Nazo. At her core, Claire is a bridge-builder—on a mission to help others rediscover the magic of music, challenge expectations, and boldly celebrate their individuality.