Upcoming Flute Events

Join Paul Edmund-Davies, Elisabeth Hobbs and pianist John Alley for a Flute Feast intensive short course at La Fargo. This four-day course provides all the renowned Flute Feast ingredients of fine fluting, fine food, fine wines, and fine company in the beautiful boutique hotel of La Fargo near Carcassonne. Participants receive individual lessons from Paul and Elisabeth, piano coaching with John, technique classes, and the opportunity to perform in daily informal concerts. The highlight of the event is a public concert in the 11th century church of Talairan, hosted by Vins Serres-Mazard, at which the Flute Feasters - performing as Les Flutistes des Vignes - will perform a selection of flute choir repertoire which we will work on intensively during the course. This concert will be followed by a gala dinner in the town hall, and last year this was a truly unforgettable experience. Full information is available at www.flutefeasts.com/carcassonne.

This course, led by the infectiously enthusiastic Stephanie Reeve and clarinettist George Sleightholme, gives intermediate players the opportunity to develop ensemble and sight-reading skills as well as providing assistance with basic technical skills such as breathing, posture and musicianship. The main focus is the large ensemble, which works on four-part arrangements and original works. The varied repertoire covers everything from Renaissance to the present day. Players of flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, bass clarinet and any saxophone are welcome. There are also parts for French horn. There will be some opportunity for chamber music playing so players are encouraged to bring their own music.

Resident: £280 Non-Resident: £205 Code: 17/295

This popular course focuses on the wind quintet and double quintet repertoire and is designed for individual applicants of a confident grade 6 and above. The emphasis is on playing a range of repertoire during the course so you should be a good sight reader and, most importantly, willing to mix and match with your fellow musicians. Each of the coaches specialise in a different instrument, so between them they cover all bases. The course culminates in an informal play-through on the final afternoon.

Resident: £280 Non-Resident: £205 Code: 17/298

Workshop: Compose Yourself! Composing for Flute
with composer Jenny Jackson and flautist Rachel Shirley.

This one-day workshop will guide you through the process of composing your own short piece for flute, culminating with an informal performance and recording of all completed pieces. There will be group activities and individual writing time (with one-to-one support from Jenny and Rachel) with plenty of opportunities to hear outcomes and make revisions as your piece progresses.

This workshop is ideal for adults with little or no composing experience who want to 'have a go' in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Don't worry: there are lots of tricks to make sure you don't get stuck! 
Age: 18+
Cost: £55

For more information and to book: www.jennyjacksoncomposer.com/workshops-courses-classes/compose-yourself

Wiltshire Flute Workshop: A Flute Player’s Blueprint

with American flautist Dr. Jessica Quiñones (www.JQflute.com)

Join us in Bradford on Avon (near Bath and Bristol) for a one-day flute workshop. Explore tips and techniques to build a solid and confident foundation to your flute playing.

Sunday, 22 October 2017, 10am-4pm
Wiltshire Music Centre, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ
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 Description:  If you’re craving fresh and innovative tools to build a strong and unshakeable foundation to your playing then this workshop is for you. Spend a day with Jessica in a relaxed, friendly and supportive setting at the Wiltshire Music Centre in the gorgeous setting of Bradford on Avon. Explore and experiment with a variety of methods in which to master and (re)visit those key flute essentials such as breathing, finger technique, articulation, tone and posture. Whether you are a seasoned flute teacher in need of new teaching inspiration or are an absolute beginner, this workshop will provide a blueprint in which to build, remodel, and develop your own unique playing for years to come.

For more info and to register visit :

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wiltshire-flute-workshop-a-flute-players-blueprint-tickets-35960309253?_ga=2.228983578.782067597.1501081623-1059233572.1491236630