Biography

SFC Nicole Reneé Bouffard is a distinguished soprano and Section Leader in the United States Army Chorus. She holds a master’s degree in opera performance from California State University, Northridge, and performed extensively as a professional opera singer and producer in Los Angeles before joining the military.

As a sought-after soloist, she has performed with The U.S. Army Strings, The U.S. Army Concert Band, The U.S. Army Brass Quintet, United States Army Herald Trumpets, and regularly at prestigious venues such as the White House, the Capitol, and DAR Constitution Hall. SFC Bouffard was a member of the Joint Armed Forces Chorus for the State Funerals of President George H.W. Bush and President Jimmy Carter. She has performed alongside renowned artists such as Patti LaBelle, Cynthia Erivo, Renée Fleming and The Beach Boys.

As a member of the U.S. Army Chorus, she performs for senior military leadership, U.S. government officials, and foreign dignitaries, as well as serving as a national anthem soloist for nationally televised sporting events and ceremonies in the Military District of Washington.

An accomplished producer and director, she played a key role in the United We Stand video series and multiple productions for the U.S. Army Band, including the Emmy-winning American Holiday Festival. Before her military career, she also founded and directed her own opera company, showcasing her leadership in arts production.

She continues to lead as Soprano Section Leader, serves as the Assistant Coordinator for Vocal Assets in the summer military showcase Twilight Tattoo, and contributes to at-large marketing for Army E-Sports. Additionally, SFC Bouffard is a certified Core Strengths Facilitator, a role in which she trains and guides individuals and teams in business emotional intelligence and relationship-building. She focuses on enhancing self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and effective team dynamics to improve leadership and collaboration