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2020 Masterclasses, Camps and Festivals
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Alaska
Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival-Flute Masterclass, Fairbanks, offers classes in all art disciplines including opportunities in flute. July 12-26. Masterclass teachers TBA. [email protected], www.fsaf.org
Alabama
16th Alto and Bass Flute Retreat, Huntsville, is a class for amateurs who prepare music for low flutes ensemble. This year’s theme is Planet, Space and Stars with workshops on vibrato and intonation. Tuition with housing $850 plus tax double, $1,275 plus tax single. Tuition alone $425. May 27-June 1. 20 participants. Masterclass teacher Chris Potter. [email protected] chrispotterflute.com/alto-bass-flute-retreats/2020-retreats/
Floot Fire, Auburn, features masterclasses, electives, chamber music, flute choir and faculty recitals. Tuition w/housing $410, Tuition alone $275. July 9-11. Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers Virginia Broffitt, Kimberly Clark. [email protected], www.flootfire.com
Arizona
AZ FluteFest, Mesa Community College, Mesa, is a one-day event featuring masterclasses, workshops, concerts and exhibitors. Tuition alone $50. June 20. Unlimited
participants. Masterclass teacher Sarah Jackson. [email protected], www.mesacc.edu/flute-events
Mesa Community College Summer Flute Project, Mesa, includes warmup classes, chamber ensemble rehearsals and flute choir. Tuition alone $250. June 15-20. Unlimited performers. Masterclass teachers Sarah Jackson, Elizabeth Buck, Brian Gordon, Brian Luce, Christina Steffen, Kehokule’alani O’Daniell, Andrea TenBarge, Abby Simpson. [email protected] www.mesacc.edu/departments/music/instrumental-music/flute-events/summer-flute-project
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California
Ali Ryerson Jazz Flute Master Class, Carmel Valley, California, is for flutists who wish to focus on jazz technique and performance. Tuition, room and board $1,150. June 7-13. 20 participants. Masterclass teacher Ali Ryerson. [email protected], www.hiddenvalleymusic.org
Beyond the Masterclass with Jim Walker, Los Angeles, The Colburn School, presents daily masterclasses focusing on student performance covering topics such as improvisation, orchestral auditions, and building a career in music. Tuition alone $1250, $650 for young performers. Optional housing at Colburn at $100 per night. July 19-25, 28 performers, 12 young performers, 20 auditors. Masterclass teachers Jim Walker, Marina Piccinini, and Diana Morgan. [email protected], www.beyondthemasterclass.com
Flute! in OC, Irvine, is a masterclass focused on audition and competition success with a final concert. Tuition alone $250 per day. July 9-10, 25 participants. Masterclass teachers Mary Karen Clardy, Christine Han. [email protected], www.mkclardy.com
Flutes by the Sea Masterclass, Half Moon Bay, is open to advanced high school, college, and adults. Tuition $500 performer, $95 auditor, Housing TBA. June 24-28. Unlimited part. Masterclass teachers Julien Beaudiment, Erika Boysen, Alice K. Dade, Philipp Jundt, Viviana Guzman. [email protected], www.flutesbythesea.com
Keith Underwood Flute Master Class, Carmel Valley, California, is for advanced players. Tuition, room and board $1,150. June 7–13. 20 participants. Masterclass teacher Keith Underwood. [email protected], www.hiddenvalleymusic.org
Northern California Flute Camp, Carmel, is a one-week, intensive program for serious flutists ages 12-18. Curriculum includes solo performance, private lessons, flute choirs, chamber music, electives, seminar classes, guest artist events, and recreation. Tuition w/housing $1,450. July 6-14. (Deadline April 1). Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers Catherine Boyack, Marianne Gedigian, Karen Johnson, Tomiko Tsai, Karen Van Dyke, Gary Woodward. [email protected] www.flutecamp.com
The Compete 21st Century Flutist, California State University, Fresno, is designed to refine every aspect of your flute playing. Tuition: CA resident (undergraduate) $1,685. CA resident (graduate) $2,102. Non-CA resident (undergraduate) $2,873. Non-CA resident (graduate) $3,290. Housing: Double occupancy with meal plan $706. July 13-26. 25 participants. Teachers: Julien Beaudiment, Ian Clarke, Marianne Gedigian, Jennifer Gunn, Stephen Kujala and Rena Urso. [email protected], www.csusummerarts.org
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Colorado
Flute! in Mt. Crested Butte, Mount Crested Butte, will focus on repertoire, performance, musical artistry, and audition skills. Tuition alone $725 or $250 per day. Housing available at resort condos. July 17-20. 10 participants. Masterclass teacher Mary Karen Clardy. [email protected], www.mkclardy.com
Mile High Piccolo Masterclass, Denver, features instruction on the piccolo and switching between flute and piccolo. Tuition alone $450, Daily auditor $50. July 10-12. 10 performers, 20 auditors. Master-class teacher Jeffery Zook. [email protected], jeffzook.com
Rocky Ridge Programs
Rocky Ridge Music Center Junior Artist Seminar, Estes Park, is a two-week immersion in music in which the students aged 13-18 perform in large and small ensembles, study composition, and receive private lessons. Tuition w/housing $2650 plus $85 application fee. June 2-14. 6 performers. Masterclass teacher Catherine Peterson. Rocky Ridge Music Center Junior Music Program, Estes Park, is a music camp for students ages 10-16 to develop their talents. Curriculum includes private lessons, chamber music, choir, composition, performances classes, orchestra, wind ensemble, concerto competition and concerts. Tuition w/housing $2500 plus $85 application fee. July 15-26.
Rocky Ridge Music Center Young Artist Seminar, Estes Park, is for advanced flutists ages 18-24. Private lessons, chamber ensembles, orchestra, concerto and chamber music competitions, performance classes, masterclasses, recitals, and panel discussions are offered. Tuition w/housing $2750 plus $85 application fee. June 16-July 12. 6 flute performers. Masterclass teacher Claudia Anderson. [email protected], www.rockyridge.org
Florida
Marina Piccinini International Masterclasses, New World Center, Miami, includes workshops, lectures, concerts and exhibits. Tuition with housing double $1550, single $1750, Tuition alone $1100. Auditor price: $550 week. May 26-June 1. 35 participants, unlimited auditors. Masterclass teachers Marina Piccinini, James Walker, Jennifer Grim. www.mpimc.com
Sarasota Music Festival, Sarasota, focuses on chamber music, orchestra, and masterclasses, orchestra. Tuition $0, Housing and board $680. May 31- June 21. 3 participants. Masterclass teachers Leone Buyse. Thomas Robertello, Carol Wincenc. [email protected], www.sarasotamusicfestival.org
Stetson University Flute Workshop, Deland, is a 6-day event open to flutists in 7th-12th grade, focusing on fundamental principles of flute performance. Tuition with housing $550. Tuition alone $450. July 13-17. Unlimited participants. Master-class teachers: Tammy Phillips, Carlos Velez, Beth Larsen, Bill Larsen, Angela McCuiston. [email protected], [email protected]
University of Central Florida Programs
University of Central Florida Flute Boot Camp, Orlando, is a three-day intensive program designed to educate and inspire middle and high school flutists with daily masterclasses, individual coachings with fitness classes, yoga, and Zumba. Tuition w/housing before May 1 $270 after May 1 $300. Tuition alone $120 before May after $150. June 12-14. 15 participants. Masterclass teachers Nora Lee Garcia, Irene Pruzan.
University of Central Florida Summer Flute and Piccolo Institute, Orlando, is a one-week intensive flute performance program for middle and high school flutists. The curriculum includes daily masterclasses, individual coachings, flute choir, and a closing recital. Tuition w/housing $560 before May 1 after $640. Tuition alone $325 before May 1 after $375. June 15-19 High School and Middle School only. 45 participants. Masterclass teachers Nora Lee Garcia, Nicholas Buonanni and Irene Pruzan. www.music.ucf.edu/flute [email protected]
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Georgia
Summerflute, Columbus, GA (Schwob School of Music, Columbus State University), explore orchestral flute and piccolo playing, Baroque music, Body Mapping, Alexander Technique, and the Feldenkrais Method. Tuition: $695 performer, $400 auditor. June 8-12. Masterclass teachers Jennifer Grim, Christina Smith, Mary Kay Fink, Amy Likar, Andrée Martin, Kelly Mollnow Wilson, and Mark Erickson, DScPT. [email protected], www.summerflute.org
Hawaii
Flute! in Hawaii, Manoa, is focused on repertoire and performance skills for audition and competition success with a final concert. Tuition alone $725, $250 per day. June 19-22. 10 participants. Masterclass teachers Mary Karen Clardy, Sabrina Saiki-Mita. [email protected], www.mkclardy.com
Idaho
Passion Flute, Boise, is designed to enhance your individual skills through inventive workshops and masterclasses. Tuition w/alone performer $575, participant $475, auditor $350. Add $250 for room and board. June 20-23. 25 participants. Masterclass teachers Angeleita Floyd, Claudia Anderson, Jill Felber, Nicole Molumby, with collaborative pianist Dianne Frazer. [email protected]
Illinois
22nd Annual Summer Flute Retreat, First Congregational Church of Peru, IL is a masterclass for all ages including adults and ability levels featuring warm-ups, technique class, flute choir, and small ensembles. Tuition $325-$350. Housing TBA. June 21-27. 10 masterclass performers, unlimited participants in ensemble units. Masterclass teachers Gerald Carey, Sue Gillio, Ellen Huntington, Darcie Fleming, Jen Etscheid, and Anne Badger. [email protected], www.408fineartsfactory.com
Flute Adventures 2020, Ottawa, is a camp for flutists ages 10-adult (all playing levels welcome) with an emphasis on ensemble playing, a daily technique class and trips to special musical events. Tuition alone $250/$275. Free housing. June 15-19. Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers Nicole Chamberlain, Cindi Isenhower, Lisa Eaton, Adrienne Havelka. [email protected]
Chicago Flute Symposium 2020, Roosevelt University, Chicago, is a four-day event that features masterclasses, lectures, daily warmup classes and a flute choir. Tuition alone $325, auditor $175. June 4-7. 20-35 students. Masterclass teachers: Stefan Ragnar Hoskuldsson, Eugenia Moliner, Emma Gerstein, Nancy Stagnitta, Richard Graef, Hideko Amano. [email protected], flutesymposiumchicago.weebly.com
Credo Flute, Elmhurst, is for the serious flutist ages 14 and up with study of solo and orchestral repertoire. Tuition w/housing $1,135, Tuition alone $610, July 20-25. 30 participants. Masterclass teachers Jennie Brown, Bonita Boyd, Kelly Zimba, Walfrid Kujala. [email protected], www.credomusic.org/credoflute
Dr. Cate’s Flute Camp, Montgomery, is for flute students entering 7th-10th grades with at least one year of band experience and/or private lessons. Activities include small ensembles, flute choir, technique class, lessons, special guests and a different ethnic flute each year. Tuition alone $425. July 13-17. 20 students. Masterclass teachers Cate Hummel, Leighann Daihl Ragusa. [email protected], www.fluteline.com
Midwest Young Artist Flute Workshop, Highwood, includes a warmup class, masterclasses, chamber music and flute choir for flutists 10-18 years old. Tuition alone $400. July 20-24. 30 participants. Masterclass teachers Emma Gerstein, Hideko Amano, Lauren Moldenhauer. [email protected], mya.org/summer/flute.php
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Iowa
The Cornell College Summer Flute & Clarinet Camp, Mt. Vernon, features lessons, masterclasses, ensembles, and music theory. Tuition with housing $490, tuition alone $315. June 22-25. 30 participants. Masterclass teachers Rose Bishop, Emily Duncan. [email protected] www.cornellsummermusic.com
Iowa Flute Intensive, Iowa City, is designed for the serious flutist. Topics include fundamentals of sound, articulation, technique and phrasing, orchestral and opera excerpts, concerti, solo repertoire, mock orchestral audition, chamber music, exhibits and faculty recitals. Tuition alone performer $555, auditor $365. June 1-5. 20 performers, unlimited auditors. Masterclass teachers Nicole Esposito, Marianne Gedigian, Ulla Miilmann, Michel Bellavance, Kaori Fujii, Tim Carey, [email protected], music.uiowa.edu/public-programs/iowa-flute-intensive
Maine
Bowdoin International Music Festival Woodwind Fellowship Program, Bruns-wick, is designed to provide high-level, college-aged or older players with the insight and experience necessary to pursue a performing career. The 2020 Festival has openings for 2 flutes, 1 oboe, 2 clarinets, 1 bassoon, and 1 horn. Fellowships are fully-funded, covering tuition, room, and board. Wind fellows perform in quintets, mixed ensembles, as soloists; in the Gamper Festival of Contemporary Music; and in limited orchestral performances. June 27-Aug. 8. Wind Coordinator: Linda Chesis. [email protected], www.bowdoinfestival.org
SummerKeys Flute Workshops, Lubec, provide a Maine Coast flute vacation with daily private lessons and practice time plus group and ensemble classes. Tuition with housing $1,200-1,400.Tuition alone $715. 6 participants per session. Masterclass teachers: Eve Friedman, weeks of July 6, 13, 20. Suzanne Gilchrest, July 27, August 3. Andrea Maurer, August 10, 17, 24. [email protected], summerkeys.com
Winter Harbor Music Festival, Winter Harbor, Maine, is a side-by-side chamber music workshop with daily rehearsals and coaching from within ensembles, offering performance opportunities with world-class faculty. Tuition w/room and board $1,600 per week. Tuition alone $1,100 per week. Aug. 9-16. 10 performers, 5 auditors. Master-class teachers Carol Wincenc and Deirdre McArdle. [email protected], www.winterharbormusicfestival.com
Maryland
Flute Spa Baltimore & Flute Choir Retreat, suburban Baltimore, is a participatory masterclass designed for performers (advanced high school through adult) and teachers/flute choir members/directors. The 2020 topic is Accessing Your Creative Self which will focus on designing a practice routine, third octave study, preluding, extended techniques, body mapping and an exhibit flutes and accessories by Joan Sparks Flute Pro Shop. Daily Flute Choir reading sessions, rehearsals and final concert. Tuition alone $325 early bird, $350. Daily rate $175. $25 discount for returning participants and $25 for three or more participants from one flute choir. 25 participants. July 10-11. Masterclass teachers Patricia George, Sara Nichols, Wendy Webb Kumer. [email protected], [email protected], www.FluteSpaBaltimore.com
Massachusetts
ARIA International Summer Academy, South Hadley, provides three intensive 10-day for advanced flutists, ages 16-28. Tuition w/housing per session $1,990 per session. Tuition alone $995 per session. June 25-July 6, July 8-19, July 21-Aug. 1. 20 participants/ session. Masterclass teachers Bonita Boyd, John Thorne, Aaron Goldman, Linda Toote, Jonathan Keeble, Alexa Still, Donna Shin, Molly Barth, Judith Mendenhall. Check website for masterclass teacher residency dates. [email protected], www.ariaacademy.com
Boston University Tanglewood Institute (BUTI) Flute Workshop, Lenox, is a two-week workshop focusing on coaching sessions, masterclasses, chamber music, and private lessons. June 21-July 4. 10-12 students. Scholarships available. Workshop Director Linda Toote [email protected], www.bu.edu/tanglewood
Floot Fire, Boston, features masterclasses, electives, chamber music, flute choir and faculty recitals. Tuition alone $595. July 13-17, Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers Ashley Addington, Kimberly Clark, David B. Houston, Jessica Lizak, Vanessa Mulvey. [email protected], www.flootfire.com
The 19th Annual New England Conservatory Summer Metropolitan Flute Festival Orchestra, Boston, is an intensive weekend for teachers and students at the intermediate through highly advanced levels concluding in a concert at NEC’s renowned Jordan Hall. Tuition alone $255. July 9-12. 70 participants. Masterclass teacher Paige Dashner Long, [email protected], necmusic.edu/met-flute
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Michigan
Central Michigan University Summer Music Institute Flute, Mt. Pleasant, includes masterclasses, technique and interpretation classes, special topics, music theory, flute choir, and chamber music for students entering the 9th grade through college freshman year. Tuition w/housing $550. Tuition alone $350. June 17-22. 20 participants. Masterclass teacher Joanna Cowan White. [email protected], www.cmich.edu/colleges/CCFA/CCFASchoolofMusic/CCFASOMAbouttheSchool/SOMASNews/Pages/2013-Summer-Music-Institute.aspx
Interactive Flute Retreat Programs
Interactive Flute Retreat, South Haven, will feature sessions on movement in music, technical concepts leading to vibrant expression in performance, and embedding analog instruments in today’s analog culture. Tuition: Varied. July 24-27. Unlimited participants. Masterclass teacher PROJECT Trio. [email protected], www.InteractiveFluteRetreat.com
Interactive Youth, South Haven, is a three-day program for students ready to expand technical skills, repertoire, and performance strategies. Tuition varies. July 23-25. Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers: Greg Pattillo, Eric Stephenson, Peter Seymour, Melissa Kay. [email protected] www.InteractiveFluteRetreat.com, www.Seven-Pillars.org
Interactive Flute Retreat, South Haven, will host Project Trio sharing their experiences on how to tell your story through music, maintaining longevity in your music career, unveil your love of contemporary music, and developing technique. Tuition: varies. July 24-27. Varied number of participants. Masterclass teacher Project Trio. [email protected], www.InteractiveFluteRetreat.com
Interactive Youth, South Haven, will explore playing contemporary music. Tuition: $200. July 23-25, For flutists 17 and younger. Masterclass teachers Project Trio and Melissa-Kay Grey. [email protected], www.InteractiveFluteRetreat.com
Interlochen Adult Programs
Interlochen Summer Programs 2020 Adult Band Camp, Interlochen, offers adults the joy of ensemble performance in a challenging, supportive, fun, and friendly environment, culminating in a final concert in Corson Auditorium. Tuition alone $545/$520. Aug. 11-16, 80 performers. Dir. by Thomas Riccobono with 7 add’l music faculty.
Interlochen Summer Programs 2020 Chamber Music Camp, Interlochen, offers adult chamber musicians the opportunity to immerse themselves in instruction and performances with a faculty of leading string, keyboard, and woodwind musicians. Tuition alone $545/$520. Aug. 17-23. 120 participants. Directed by David Salness with 18 masterclass teachers.
Adult Flute Choir Camp, Interlochen, offers an enjoyable and instructional week for players of all instruments in the flute family. Flute choir rehearsals, repertoire-reading sessions, and collaborations with others in chamber music duos, trios, and quartets. Instruction on how to play the alto, bass and contra flutes. Tuition alone $450/425. July 12-17. Approximately 40 participants over the age of 18. Masterclass teachers Jane Berkner, Ali Ryerson, George Pope.
Master Teacher Workshop for Flute, Interlochen, is designed for you to discover new perspectives on how to approach your flute playing and teaching. A range of topics are covered including tone production, phrasing, technique, rhythm, and methods for teaching in group settings. Perfect for flutists of all levels who seek new insights and for flute teachers in search of new ways to inspire others. Tuition alone $135. Housing available. July 11-12. Approx. 25 participants. Masterclass teacher Ali Ryerson, Jane Berkner, George Pope. [email protected], college.interlochen.org
Interlochen Youth Programs
Interlochen Arts Camp, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, is a program with high school, intermediate, and junior programs which offer opportunities for flutists grades 3-12. Program includes large and small ensembles, private lessons, masterclasses, and elective music classes. Tuition w/housing $9,600. June 27-Aug. 9. Number of participants varies by program. Masterclass teachers TBA. [email protected], camp.interlochen.org/music-summer-programs
Interlochen High School Summer Flute Institute, Interlochen, provides daily masterclasses for flutists who have completed grades 9-12 focusing on solo repertoire and orchestral excerpts, workshops on warm-up techniques, improvisation, performance anxiety, audition preparation, Pilates for flutists, small flute ensembles, and student and faculty performances, Tuition w/housing $1575. June 20-26. 25-30 participants. Masterclass teacher Christina Jennings, Nancy Stagnitta, Mark Sparks, Judith Mendenhall. [email protected], camp.interlochen.org/program/music/hs/flute
University of Michigan Programs
Anatomy of Sound, Ann Arbor, will focus this year on teaching the optimal airflow dynamics for producing high quality tone. This includes a study of air flow, direction, speed, volume, and pressure from the diaphragm to the lips using objective measures to aid in the understanding of the ideal state. Educational lectures and traditional masterclasses will also be given. Tuition alone $700. Room & Board not included. June 6-9. Masterclass teachers Amy Porter, Bonita Boyd, Laura Dwyer, David J. Brown, Erika Boysen, Scott Schuler. [email protected], smtd.umich.edu/anatomyofsound
MPulse Flute Institute, Ann Arbor, is designed for the serious high school player, providing instruction in tone, technique, intonation, and vibrato; body awareness; performance anxiety; and productive practice techniques. Private weekly lesson, daily masterclasses, flute choir, and theory/musicianship classes. Tuition: $1,575. July 5-July 11. Masterclass teacher: Amy Porter.
smtd.umich.edu/programs-degrees/youth-adult-programs/youth-programs/mpulse/flute-institute/
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Minnesota
Soiva International Music Camp, Moorhead (Concordia College), is a music camp for flute, violin, viola, cello, bass, clarinet, saxophone, piano and composition (ages 11-19) featuring private lessons, chamber music coaching and public concerts. Tuition with housing $700. June 12-21. 40 participants. Masterclass teachers Deb Harris, Hanna Tissari. [email protected]edu, www.finlandiafoundation.org/soiva
St. Olaf Summer Music Academy, Northfield, offers studio lessons, class choices (such as theory, conducting, trying new instruments, gamelan, jazz improvisation, and so much more), faculty and student recitals, social and recreational activities for students who have completed grades 8-12. Attendees participate in band, choir, and/or orchestra. Chamber opportunities for all instruments, including voice and keyboards. Tuition for both the ensemble and chamber track is $680, which includes lodging, meals, and camp t-shirt. An additional lessons package can be purchased for $70. June 21-27. Flute masterclass teacher Catherine Ramirez. [email protected], wp.stolaf.edu/conferences/summer-camps/music-camp
New Jersey
Westminster Conservatory’s 24th Annual Flute Camp, Princeton, features classes on building flute technique, learning solo and small ensemble repertoire, hearing faculty recitals and gaining performance experience. Tuition with housing $925/$950 (after May 15), Tuition alone $625/$650 (after May 15). July 19-25. 30 Participants. Masterclass teacher Gerald Carey, Sandy Olson, Sue Gillio. [email protected],
www.rider.edu/academics/colleges-schools/westminster-college-of-the-arts/westminster-conservatory-music/conservatory-summer-camps
New Mexico
Santa Fe Flute Immersion, Immaculate Heart of Mary Retreat and Conference Center Santa Fe, NM will focus on performance of major works for flute and piano. Tuition alone $750 participants, $400 auditors, $75 daily rate. High school auditor $125 week or $25 per day. Housing available $85 single, $45 double per night. May 23-28. 12 participants, unlimited auditors. Masterclass teachers Tracy Doyle, Valerie Potter and Linda Marianiello. [email protected], 505-474-4513, tracykanedoyle.wixsite.com/santafeflute
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New York
The Artistic Flutist: Bonita Boyd International Flute Masterclass, Rochester, includes five days of recitals, seminars, and masterclasses focusing on solo flute repertoire and orchestral excerpts. Tuition alone performers $680, adult auditors $200, high school auditors $100. Housing and board available for students under age 18 at $84 per day. July 27-31. 30 performers, unlimited auditors. Masterclass teachers: Bonita Boyd, Anne Lindblom Harrow, Ann Choomack, LukeFitzpatrick. [email protected], summer.esm.rochester.edu/course/bonita-boyd-international-flute-masterclass/
Eastern U.S. Music Camp, Colgate University, Hamilton, features performances in both large and small ensembles plus masterclasses, theory, harmony, composition, conducting, music business classes and private lessons in either 2, 3, or 4 week sessions for flutists aged 12-18. Tuition w/housing $2,249, $3,373, $4,498. Tuition alone $995, $1,492, $1,990. June 28-July 26. Masterclass teachers: Ana Gonzalez. [email protected], www.EasternUSMusicCamp.com
Fredonia Summer Music Festival, Fredonia, features masterclasses, lessons, large ensemble and chamber music, music theory, and jazz for students grades 6-12. Tuition w/housing $825, Tuition alone $570. June 28-July 4. 12-15 participants. Teacher Barry Crawford. [email protected], [email protected], www.fredonia.edu/music/summermusic
Gary Schocker Summer Masterclass, West Park, features flute study with a master performer, teacher, and composer. Tuition w/housing TBA. July 9-14, 22 participants. Masterclass teacher Gary Schocker. [email protected], www.garyschocker.com
Mostly Modern Festival, Saratoga Springs (Skidmore College) will focus on performing contemporary music. Tuition with housing $4,445. June 7-27. 4 participants. Masterclass teachers Jasmine Choi, Lindsey Goodman, Sato Moughalian. [email protected], mostlymodernfestival.org
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North Carolina
Asheville Flute Vacation, Asheville, is for adult amateur flutists to focus on small ensembles, flute choir, private lessons. Tuition $575. May 25-31. 12 part. Teachers Lea Kibler, Deborah Heller. [email protected], www.ashevilleflute.com
Robert Dick Contemporary Flute Week, Wildacres Retreat, Little Switzerland, features workshops, chamber music, and masterclasses exploring techniques used in contemporary flute music. Tuition alone $525 performers, $485 performer-participants, $445 participants, $365 auditors. Room and board $360. June 13-19. Masterclass teacher Robert Dick. [email protected], www.robertdickcontemporaryfluteweek.com
Wildacres Flute Retreat, Little Switzerland, offers masterclasses on solo literature, orchestral excerpts, technique classes, private lessons, and classes in flute repair, flute choir, piccolo orchestral excerpts, traverso playing, and body mapping. Tuition alone: Performers $640, Performer-Partic-ipants $615, Participants $590, Auditors $520. Room and board $380. June 20-27, 2020. Flute Faculty: Goran Marcusson, Stephen Preston: Rhonda Cassano, Amara Guitry, Nora Kile, Joy Sears, Eldred Spell, Gitte Marcusson, Walfrid Kujala. Contact: [email protected], www.wildacresflute.com
Ohio
The Ohio State University Flute Workshop, Columbus, features masterclasses, technique classes, private lessons, solo night, faculty and counselor recitals, flute choir and twice daily coached small flute ensembles. This residential workshop on the Ohio State campus is for students graduating from the eighth grade through graduating seniors. Tuition w/housing $495, tuition alone $395. June 14–18. 50 participants. Masterclass teacher Katherine Borst Jones. [email protected], music.osu.edu
Oberlin Programs
Oberlin Baroque Performance Institute, Oberlin, offers instruction in Baroque instruments and voice. This summer’s program will focus on “Bach and his Heritage” The institute is for high school students (with audition) through adult and for all early music playing levels. Tuition alone high school $550 for two weeks, for others one week $575, two weeks $1,100. Housing available one week single $275, two weeks single $525; one week double $250, two weeks double $480. June 21-July 4. 10 flutists. Masterclass teachers Christopher Krueger, Michael Lynn. [email protected], go.oberlin.edu/bpi
Oberlin Flute Academy, Oberlin, is a class for high school students who wish to devote 5 days to intensive work on flute-playing skills through masterclasses, lessons, performance classes, and recitals. Tuition w/housing $880. July 14-18. 16 participants. Masterclass teacher Alexa Still. [email protected], Oberlin.edu/con/summer
High School Flute Camp Intensive 2020, Mansfield, improve dynamics, color, internal direction, articulation, vibrato, mental focus and performance success. Flutists will participate in chamber music study and performance with clarinets, oboes &/or bassoons and flute choir. Tuition w/housing $335. Tuition alone $285. June 28-July 2. 30 participants. Masterclass teacher Christine Moulton. [email protected],
www.mansfield.edu/camps/music-camps/flute-camp.cfm
PANdemonium4 Flute Symposium, Columbus (Capital University), is an all-day flute symposium geared toward college flute majors, graduate students, and young professionals. Advanced high school students, amateurs, teachers, and community members are also welcome to attend. Four advanced masterclasses, four workshops on advanced topics, and flute chamber music and flute choir sessions. Tuition alone $60, $40 auditor. July 11. 12 masterclass performers ($20 add’l fee), 100 chamber music participants and auditors. Masterclass teacher/performers are Lisa Jelle, Kimberlee Goodman, Lindsey Goodman, Alison Brown Sincoff. [email protected], www.capital.edu/flutesymposium
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Oregon
2020 Portland Flute Spa & Flute Choir Retreat, Portland, is for flutists 18 years through adult (including teachers, flute choir directors and players) to examine the fundamentals of flute performance and chamber music playing. Tuition alone $300 (before May 1, $275). Housing available. June 26-28. 30 participants. Masterclass teachers Patricia George and Phyllis Avidan Louke. [email protected], [email protected], fabulousflute.com/portland-flute-retreat/
Pennsylvania
High School Flute Camp Intensive 2020, Mansfield University of PA, improve dynamics, color, phrasing, articulation, vibrato, mental focus and performance success. Flutists will participate in chamber music study and performance with clarinets, oboes, bassoons and flute choir. Tuition w/housing $335. Tuition alone $285. June 28-July 2. 30 participants. Masterclass teacher Christine Moulton. [email protected],
www.mansfield.edu/camps/music-camps/flute-camp.cfm
The Consummate Flutist, Pittsburgh, is an inspirational week of masterclasses, lessons, lectures and workshops for advanced high school, college and professional flutists. Tuition alone Performer $650, Participant $450, Auditor. $50/day, $150/entire class. Additional lessons $75. On-campus and off-campus accommodations available, see website for details. June 9-13, 2020. Masterclass teachers Alberto Almarza, Jeanne Baxtresser, Leone Buyse, Lorna McGhee, Julie McGough, Soo-Kyung Park. Location: Carnegie Mellon University. [email protected], www.theconsummateflutist.com
KinderFlute™ Teacher’s Training Class, Pittsburgh, is designed to teach students aged 4-14 to love music and learn to play the flute. Tuition w/housing $855. Tuition alone $675. July 8-11. 18 participants. Masterclass teachers Kathy Blocki, Molly Shortridge. [email protected], www.KinderFlute.com
South Carolina
Christian Performing Artist Fellowship Masterworks Festival 2020, Converse College Spartanburg, features a four-week orchestral program and a two-week flute/piccolo intensive. Tuition with housing $4,200. June21-July 5 (flute/piccolo), June 16-July 14 (orchestral), 5 to 6 flutists. Masterclass teachers Paula Kasica, Anne Harrow. [email protected], masterworksfestival.org/2020
Tennessee
nief-norf Summer Festival, Knoxville, offers a concentrated chamber music experience by bringing together performers, composers, and scholars to collaborate on the performance, creation, and discussion of contemporary solo and chamber music. Tuition w/housing $2250. June 8-22. 4-6 flute participants. Masterclass teacher Lisa Cella. [email protected], www.niefnorf.org
William Bennett Summer Flute Academy, Clarksville, features workshops, masterclasses and flute choir. Tuition w/housing $495-525 performers, $450 participant, $395 Auditor, $175 daily rate. June 15-22. Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers William Bennett, Lisa Wolynec, Kelly Via, Angela Collier. [email protected], www.apsuedu/music/bennett
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Texas
43rd Annual Texas Flute Society Festival, Texas Woman’s University, Denton, includes recitals, seminars, masterclasses, solo and ensemble evaluations, competitions and flute choirs. Festival fees $15-$30. May 21-23. Unlimited participants. Guest artists George Pope, Jennifer Gunn, Brian Aldred. [email protected], www.texasflutesociety.org
Floot Fire, six Texas locations, features masterclasses, electives, chamber music, flute choir and faculty recitals. Tuition alone $395. Austin July 6-10. Dallas #1/Richardson June 1-6, Dallas #2/Coppell July 6-10, Houston #1/Memorial June 15-19, Houston #2/The Woodlands TBA, San Antonio June 8-12. Unlimited participants. Check web for teachers and age requirements for each location. [email protected], www.flootfire.com
Flute Inferno, Dallas and Houston, is open to adult flutists (college level, adult amateurs, teachers and professional musicians who will participate in masterclasses, flute choir reading sessions, Alexander Technique, and pedagogy. Tuition alone $150 performer, $100 auditor. Dates TBA. Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers Kimberly Clark, Claire Johnson, Peggy Russell. [email protected], www.flootfire.com
Flute! Masterclass in Repertoire/Performance, Denton, is focused on repertoire and performance skills for audition and competition success with a final concert. Tuition alone $500, Per day $250. Housing $185. June 12-14. 15 participants. Masterclass teacher Mary Karen Clardy. [email protected], www.mkclardy.com
Texas Christian University Summer Flute Workshop, Fort Worth, will focus on solo and orchestral repertoire plus masterclasses and flute choir. Tuition w/housing $125. Tuition alone $90. June 22-23. 20 participants, unlimited auditors. Masterclass teacher Shauna Thompson. [email protected], www.music.tcu.edu/smi.asp
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Vermont
Killington Music Festival, Killington, is a 4-week chamber music festival featuring private lessons, small ensemble coachings, studio classes, masterclasses, performance opportunities and concerts. Tuition with housing $4,350. June 27-July 24. Number of participants TBD. Masterclass teacher Vanessa Fourla. [email protected], [email protected], kmfest.org
Jonathan Landell Programs
Advanced Padding Techniques, Richmond, is a class for flute repair technicians with at least two years shop experience will teach pad techniques using Straubinger, Lotus or Schmidt pads. Tuition alone $2500, housing available $85 per night. April 27-May 1, July 27-31. 4 students. Masterclass teacher Jonathon A. Landel.
Build Your Own Head!, Richmond. Students make a flute head joint from beginning to end, while developing the skills of filing, sanding, scraping, burnishing, silver and lead soldering, polishing, cleaning, basic tool making, and lathe operation. Important design characteristics of the head joint will be discussed. Students leave with a handmade silver head joint for their flute. Each student receives a certificate for framing. Tuition alone $2,600. housing available. April 20-24, June 15-19, July 20-24, Aug 24-28. 4 students. Masterclass teacher Jonathon A. Landell.
Build your own Flute!, Richmond, is for students who would like a complete instruction to flute building. Students will learn soldering and brazing, filing, grinding, scraping, burnishing, fitting and assembling keys, pinning, etc. A complete booklet containing all the important course notes is provided for each student. All necessary tools will be provided for use during the course, and may be purchased at the end. Tuition includes tools and course notes and a certificate of excellence for framing. Tuition alone $22,000. housing available $85/night. Aug. 31-Oct. 9. 2 students. Masterclass teacher Jonathon A. Landell.
Flute Overhaul Techniques, Richmond, focuses on many of the skills needed to overhaul fine flutes including removing dents and scratches, stretching worn keys, repairing solder joints, polishing and cleaning the flute, re-pinning, replacing broken springs, etc. Time will be devoted to the techniques of making special tools, operating a lathe, hardening steels, and important machine shop tips. Tuition alone $1,800. housing available. April 13-17, June 8-12, July 13-17, Aug. 17-21. 4 students. Masterclass teacher Jonathon A. Landell.
Padding Techniques for Flute, Richmond, is a class where students are guided through the process of disassembly and reassembly procedure; pad installation and leveling; replacing corks, felts and connections; making final adjustments; and oiling the mechanism. Students should bring a flute to pad. Tuition includes a Tune-Up Tool Kit, Pin Driver and Instruction Manual. Each student receives a certificate of excellence for framing. Tuition alone $1,800. Housing available. Session dates: April 6-10, June 1-5, July 6-10, Aug. 10-14. 4 students. Masterclass teacher is Jonathon A. Landell.
Padding Technique for Piccolo, Richmond, is a class where students are guided through the process of disassembly and reassembly procedure; pad installation and leveling; replacing corks, felts, and connections; making final adjustments; and oiling the mechanism. Students should bring a piccolo to pad. Tuition alone $1,800. Housing available. June 22-26. 4 students. Masterclass teacher Jonathon A. Landell. [email protected], www.landellflutes.com/courses
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Virginia
George Mason Summer Flute Academy, Fairfax, presents solo opportunities, flute choirs, workshops on topics such as piccolo basics, chamber music, extended techniques, flute care, and a final concert as well as group activities with the other instrumental camps. Tuition with housing $1100, Tuition alone $445. June 15-19. Unlimited participants. Mastrclass teachers Juliana Nickel, Ethan Lin. [email protected],
masonacademy.gmu.edu/summer/music-camps/flute/
Washington
Marrowstone Music Festival, Bellingham, is an orchestra and chamber music camp. Tuition w/ housing $2900, July 29-Aug. 9. 8 pre-college, university and fellowship participants. Masterclass professors Jill Felber, [email protected], marrowstone.org
16th Alto and Bass Flute Retreat, Marysville, is for amateurs who prepare music for low flutes ensembles. This year’s theme is Planets, Space and Stars with workshops on vibrato and intonation. Tuition with housing $740 plus tax double, $1,030 plus tax single. Tuition alone $450. June 17-20. 20 participants. Masterclass teacher Chris Potter. [email protected] chrispotterflute.com/alto-bass-flute-retreats/2020-retreats/
Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Flute Camp, Whitewater, offers flutists in grades 8-12 the opportunity to develop their artistry, technique and performance skills in an inspiring week of classes, private lessons, recitals, elective classes, and ensembles. Tuition w/housing and meals $575. July 12-16. 60 participants. Guest Artist: Zara Lawler; Guest Clinician: Patricia George; Faculty: Cristina Ballatori, James Donahue, Shanna Pranaitis, Dulce Rodriguez, Emma Shubin [email protected],www.uww.edu/ce/camps/music/flute
Wyoming
The Wyoming Summer Flute Intensive, Laramie, is a three day workshop focusing on tone, creative practice tips, and fearless performing. Tuition/with housing $260, Tuition alone $150. June 19-21. 20 participants. Masterclass teacher Dr. Nicole Riner. [email protected]; www.uwyo.edu/faoutreach/summer-flute-intensive/
Puerto Rico Flute Symposium, Arroyo, focuses on masterclasses, panel discussions, lectures, and performances. Tuition alone $75-$400. June 7-14. Unlimited participants. Masterclass teachers: Valerie Coleman, Alheli Pimienta, Christine Erlander Beard, Serenade Duo. [email protected], www.prfsymposium.org/
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Around the World
Austria
FLUTEinWIEN, Vienna, is an intensive masterclass for one or two flutists personally tailored to each flutist’s needs and includes up to two hours daily repertoire classes and an additional 45 minutes for technique and sound. Tuition €120-155 per day. Housing €30-80 per night. The class is offered on a year around basis. Masterclass teacher Ory Schneor. [email protected], www.fluteinwien.com
Belgium
International Flute Seminar, Bruges, is designed for flutists and piccolo players of all ages who are professional, students, advanced amateurs and young flutists. The seminar with warming up, masterclasses, workshops, individual lessons, flute choir, audition training, Alexander technique and Junior Day. Tuition w/housing €680/660. Tuition alone €580/560. July 15-20. Masterclass teachers Aldo Baerten, Peter Verhoyen, Robert Pot, Blaz Snoj, Alexander technique teacher Helga Henckens. [email protected], www.ifsb.be
Canada
Le Domaine Forget International Music and Dance Academy, Saint-Irénée, is a program of masterclasses, private and group classes, and concerts for flutists 16 years and older. Tuition w/housing for one week C$1,070, for two weeks C$2,010. June 7-13 Ransom Wilson June 14-27. Masterclass teachers Julien Beaudiment, Leone Buyse, Albert Brouwer, Jacinthe Forand, Susan Hoeppner. Check website for each masterclass teacher’s dates of residency. [email protected], www.domaineforget.com
Flute and Piccolo Masterclass, Orford Music Academy, offers masterclass, workshops, competition, group and private lessons. Tuition w/housing one week C$1,030, two weeks C$980/week, three weeks C$930/week. June 21-Aug. 15. 12 participants per professor per week. Masterclass teachers Robert Langevin, Michael Cox, Denis Bluteau, Sooyun Kim, Alexa Still, Jennifer Gunn (piccolo), Marie-André Benny & Amanda Blaikie. [email protected], www.orford.mu/en/academy/
Pender Island Flute Retreat, Poets Cove Resort and Spa, explores the topic Telling Stories in Sound. Tuition w/housing performer $1,300-1,500 USD, Tuition alone $930 USD. May 31- June 7. 15 performers, 5 auditors. Masterclass teachers William Bennett, Lorna McGhee, Carolyn Christie, Gabriella Minnes- Brandes, Gwen Klassen. [email protected], www.fluteretreat.com
France
Flutes du Soleil, French Alps, is an inspirational week of flute playing and will include flute workshops, ensembles, performances and yoga. The course is taught in English. Tuition with housing from £745GBP, tuition alone £595GBP. July 26-Aug. 1. Up to 16 participants. Masterclass teachers Andrea Kuypers. [email protected], www.flutesdusoleil.com
Germany
InterHarmony International Music Festival, Sulzbach-Rosenberg, Bavaria, offers the opportunity to spend up to six weeks in Europe to develop musical abilities, achieve artistic growth, and network with fellow musicians. Tuition w/housing $3,200. July 28-Aug. 9. 120 participants. Masterclass teacher: Emily Stumpf. [email protected], www.srimf.com/germany/apply
Greece
6th Summer Music Performance Program at Anatolia College, Thessaloniki, offers masterclasses in flute, violin, cello, piano, voice, chamber music, composition plus an opera production and an international composition competition. Tuition with housing €1500. June 25-July 5. Limited participants. Masterclass teacher Nevart-Veron Galileas. [email protected], www.musicanatoliacollege.com
Hungary
2nd New Millennium International Chamber Music Festival & Master Classes (Budapest) is an intensive course for serious violinists, cellists, pianists, clarinetists and flutists of all ages. Each participant will receive three private lessons, the privilege to participate in the concerto competition, perform in a class concert, and a pass to attend all festival masterclasses and recitals. Tuition alone €250 (a limited number of partial scholarships are available), housing on your own. Aug. 27-31. 12 participants per instrument. Masterclass teacher Noémi Győri. [email protected], www.nmicmf.com
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Italy
Clazz International Music Festival, Arcidosso, offers both classical and jazz studies including private lessons, chamber music, jazz combos, music theory, orchestra, masterclasses and concerts. Tuition with housing $2400-3750. July 25-Aug. 8. 3-6 participants. Masterclass teachers Nancy Stagnitta, Carla Copeland-Burns. [email protected], Clazzmusicfestival.com
Flute & Chamber Music, Casa San Michele, Montaldeo, will focus on how to make old favorites sound fresh and new music sound like old favorites. Tuition w/ housing € 580, Tuition alone € 250, June 22-27. 20 participants. Masterclass teachers Camilla Hoitenga and members of Collettivo_21. [email protected], www.cdmsanmichele.com/en/casa-della-musica-san-michele/
FlutesUSA Flute Choir, Alba, offers adult amateur flutists participation in an international music festival while enjoying Italian culture. Tuition with housing and meals $2,900. Airfare not included. May 21-31. 15 Participants. Masterclass teacher Karen Johnson. [email protected], [email protected]
Flauti al Castello, Anghiari, Tuscany, features masterclasses, concerts, and conversations. Tuition w/housing $1,850, July 29-August 8. 19 performers. Masterclass teachers Mark Sparks, Sergio Pallottelli. [email protected], www.sergiopallottelli.com
InterHarmony International Music Festival, Acqui Terme, Piedmont, Italy, offers the opportunity to spend up to six weeks in Europe to develop musical abilities, achieve artistic growth, and network with fellow musicians. Tuition w/housing $3200. June 30-July 12, July 14-26. 160 participants per session. Masterclass teachers: Jennie Oh Brown, Leslie Marrs, Debora Harris, Michelle Stanley, NoraLee Garcia, Krysia Tripp, Laurel Zucker. See website for specific session. [email protected], www.interharmony.com/
International Flute Workshop, Roccasecca, features daily flute and piccolo individual lessons, masterclasses, flute choir readings, and performances. May 20-25. Tuition with housing: $1,800, Includes B&B, meals, guided tours, and local transportation. Up to 40 participants. Teachers: Andrea Oliva, Danilo Mezzadri, Fabio Colajanni, Carlos Feller, Chris Chaffee. [email protected], www.fluteworkshop.com
Soundscape Composition and Performance Exchange, Cesena, is a contemporary music chamber festival focusing on concerts, lectures, masterclasses, and workshops. Flutists participate in an intense solo repertoire institute in addition to the chamber music experience. Tuition w/housing $2,000. June 30-July 11. 4-6 flute participants. Masterclass teacher Lisa Cella. [email protected], soundscapefestival.org
Luxembourg
32nd Forum International for Flute and Piano, Diekirch, will feature private flute lesson, chamber music, technical group lessons, orchestral excerpts and concerts. Tuition w/housing €675, Tuition alone €450. July 17-July 26. 50 students. Masterclass teachers Carlo Jans, Anna Garzuly-Wahlgren, Olga Ivusheikova, Sébastian Jacot, Žofie Vokálková, Alan Weiss, Ewa Rzetecka, Ieva Dzerve, Katrin Reifenrath. [email protected], www.forumflutepiano.com
Netherlands
Netherlands Flute Academy (Neflac), near Arnhem, The Netherlands offers an exciting & intensive program; daily warm-ups, 2 individual lessons and daily masterclasses (playing in 1, auditor for the others) with Emily Beynon. Additionally technical clinic, workshops, ensembles, flute orchestra, yoga, Alexander Technique, coaching with pianist and performing in the famous Concert-gebouw in Amsterdam! Tuition & full board €750, July 19 - 25. 12 participants (parallel group of 15 young Dutch players). Lessons/masterclass with Emily Beynon other flute coaches Jeroen Bron & Wieke Karsten, pianist Andrew West. www.neflac.nl
Grolloo Flute Session 6, Grolloo, is a flute course featuring video performance classes, topics of the day, flute choirs, improvisation, extended techniques, traditional repertoire, and concerts. Tuition with housing €825 (excluding breakfast), auditors €455. Aug. 19-23. 22-23 participants, unlimited auditors. Masterclass Teachers Eva Kingma, Matthias Ziegler, Ian Clarke, Wissam Boustany, Tim Carey, Kamelia Miladinova. Contact [email protected], www.grollooflute.com
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Romania
Summer Music Academy Sinaia 2020, Sinaia, is an intensive flute course with the added attraction of playing chamber music with violin, viola, cello and piano. Tuition w/housing €990. July 16-28. 20 performers. Masterclass teacher Matteo Evangelisti. [email protected], www.summermusicacademy.com
Switzerland
Galway Flute Festival, Weggis, includes daily warm-ups, ensemble and low flute choirs, workshops, exhibitors and personal masterclasses, focusing on all aspects of flute playing. All events and classes are open to all students. Evening concerts and workshops performed by Sir James & Lady Galway. Tuition alone CHF 800-1250. Housing in addition. July 17-26. Masterclass teachers include Sir James Galway, Lady Jeanne Galway and guest artists. [email protected], www.galwayflutefestival.com
Le Côte Flûte Festival 2020, Gland, features concerts, masterclasses, workshops, and exhibits. Tuition alone 500 CHF, auditor 250-300 CHF, housing available. Oct. 1-4. 4000 participants. Masterclass teachers Karl-Heinz Schütz, Jasmine Choi, Silvia Careddu, Sarah Ruer, Dieter Flury, Felix Renggli, Julien Beaudiment, Serge Saitta, Charles Zebley, Matthias Ziegler, Robert Dick, Serge Saitta, Mauricio Lozano. [email protected], www.flutefestival.ch
United Kingdom
The 35th William Bennett International Flute Summer School, Strathallan School Perthsire, Scotland is an intensive masterclass program with private study, workshops, and concerts. Tuition w/housing £520-580 performer, £460 participant, £400 auditor, £70 day rate, housing £435. July 19-26. Limited participants. Master-class teachers William Bennett, Lorna McGhee. [email protected], www.williambennettflute.com/summerenglish.html
British Isles Music Festival, Godalming, Surrey, is an international masterclass and chamber music course for wind, strings, piano, harp, voice and harpsichord. Classes, chamber music and daily concerts. Tuition w/housing £1,150. Aug. 8-17. 12 flutists. Masterclass teacher Susan Milan, Nina Robertson. [email protected], [email protected], www.bimf.org.uk
Flute School London, London, is a three-day course for all levels of flute playing. The curriculum includes masterclasses, workshops on technique, concert and discussions. Tuition alone £160-195. 30-60 participants. October 25-27. Masterclass teachers TBA. [email protected], www.fluteschoollondon.co.uk.
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