2024 Flute Summer Programs

California

Northern California Flute Camp, Carmel Valley. Northern California Flute Camp is a one-week, intensive program designed to educate and inspire young flutists through an interesting and cultivating curriculum that examines many aspects of flute performance. Presented by Hidden Valley Music Seminars in beautiful Carmel Valley, NCFC offers a comprehensive camp experience by combining first-rate musical training with outdoor activities in the prime of California’s physical surroundings. NCFC is open to serious flute students, ages 12-18. At least 2 years playing experience and enrollment in private lessons is required. Application Deadline: March 1st. Program Admission Decisions: April 10th. 6/15-23. Tuition with housing $1,595. 8 teachers. Contact: flute
camp@hotmail.com.

Florida

UCF Flute Boot Camp, Orlando. Flute Boot Camp is a three-day intensive program designed to educate and inspire young flutists from 7th grade to 12th grade. Daily masterclasses and preparation for State Allstate and Solo Ensemble. In addition to the daily curriculum, we will have a flute ensemble, yoga and zumba as daily exercise. 6/14-6/16. Tuition with housing $400 (before 5/1), tuition alone $200. 20 students, 6 teachers. Contact: 407-823-3696, noraleegarcia@ucf.edu

UCF Summer Flute and Piccolo Institute, Orlando. The University of Central Florida Flute and Piccolo Institute is a one week experience of music making open for students in grades 7-12. Flute and piccolo Workshop features masterclasses and individual coaching. All participants will be part of a flute choir and the week culminates with a final recital. 6/17-6/21. Tuition with housing $700-$825, tuition alone $400-$475. Contact: 407-823-3696, noraleegarcia@ucf.edu

Illinois

24th Annual Summer Flute Retreat, Peru. All levels, adults welcome. Congregational Church 1431 Fourth St, Peru, IL. Masterclass, Ensemble, Flute Choir, Technique. $350 tuition includes all classes, concerts, catered lunches and t-shirt. ($50 scholarship available for those who register by May 31, 2024) Housing available with host families on a limited basis for those under age 18 at no additional charge. Summer Flute Showcase, Thursday, June 20, 6pm at Starved Rock Lodge, Great Hall. Final participant concert, Saturday, June 22, 9:30am at Congregational Church of Peru. In addition, there is a mini half day camp for younger flute students with one year or less experience. $200 (includes t-shirt) 6/16-6/22. 6 teachers. Contact: 815-223-4408, phloot1@aol.com

Massachusetts

20th Annual Summer Metropolitan Flute Festival Orchestra, Groton is a unique ensemble performance opportunity for university, advanced amateur and professional flutists (age 18+) concluding with a gala concert in the world class Concert Hall at Groton Hill Music Center on July 14. Utilizing the entire flute family from piccolo to double contrabass flute, the ensemble will perform a wide variety of interesting and exciting music. Performing alongside esteemed colleagues, participants create an astounding musical experience for all. 7/11-14. Tuition $300 ($250 for low flutes). Contact: contraflute@gmail.com

Floot Fire, Boston. Open to flutists grades 6-12, Floot Fire Boston welcomes students to work with a faculty including Dr. Kimberly Clark, David Houston, Vanessa Mulvey, and Kristen Dye. Students are grouped into similar levels based on information received from each student and participate in warm ups, technique classes, masterclasses, electives, and more. This year’s electives will include better practice, body mapping, extended techniques, and low flutes. July 2024. 25 students, 4 teachers. Contact: info@flootfire.com

Ohio

The Ohio State University Flute Workshop, Columbus features master classes with Professor Katherine Borst Jones, technique classes, private lessons, solo night, faculty and counselor recitals, flute choir and twice daily coached small flute ensembles. For students entering grades 9-12 and 2024 graduates. Residential and commuter options. 6/16-6/20. Residents $495/Commuters $395. 50 students, 6 teachers. Contact: 614-292-5272, YouthSummerMusic@osu.edu

Texas

Floot Fire, Austin. Open to flutists grades 6-12, Floot Fire Austin welcomes students to work with a faculty including Dr. Rachel Kaplan, Dr. Hilary Janysek, Sarah Jane Hargis, and more. Students are grouped into similar levels based on information received from each student and participate in warm ups, technique classes, masterclasses, electives, and more. This year’s electives will include beginner piccolo, better practice, extended techniques, flooty yoga, jazz improvisation, and low flutes. June 2024. 40 students, 6 teachers. Contact: info@flootfire.com

Floot Fire, Dallas. Open to flutists grades 6-12, Floot Fire Dallas welcomes students to work with a faculty including Dr. Kimberly Clark, Debby Johnson, Dr. Ellen Kaner, Julia Lawson, Paula Mims, and Dr. Terri Sánchez. Students are grouped into similar levels based on information received from each student and participate in warm ups, technique classes, masterclasses, electives, and more. This year’s electives will include Alexander Technique, beginner piccolo, better practice, extended techniques, flooty yoga, low flutes, and orchestral excerpts. June 2024. 40 students, 6 teachers. Contact: info@flootfire.com

Floot Fire, Houston. Open to flutists grades 6-12, Floot Fire Houston welcomes students to work with a faculty including Dr. Kimberly Clark, Dr. Alison Asthana, Lilia Gamez Bickley, Douglas DeVries, Jane Hinojosa, Lauren Kavenaugh, and Vicky Williamson. Students are grouped into similar levels based on information received from each student and participate in warm ups, technique classes, masterclasses, electives, and more. This year’s electives will include Alexander Technique, beginner piccolo, better practice, extended techniques, flooty yoga, low flutes, and orchestral excerpts. June 24-28. 40 students, 7 teachers. Contact: info@flootfire.com

Flute! Repertoire and Performance Masterclass

This is a performance class for advanced performers, and these sessions emphasize musical performance and preparation. Daily classes include warmup exercises, tone/technique development, articulation studies, interaction of performer and listener, and the master class concludes with a concert by members of the class. 6/7-6/9. Tuition with housing $745, tuition alone $550. 15 students, 3 teachers. Contact: 940-565-3722, marykaren.clardy@unt.edu
https://mkclardy.com/flute

Flute! Fundamentals

This is a workshop for educators interested in developing teaching and performing skills. Participants observe master teaching and interact with artist Mary Karen Clardy coaching students of all levels in daily sessions. Basics of embouchure, breathing, tone production, phrasing, articulation, vibrato, and technical skills are addressed, with practical exercises/solutions for common flute problems given throughout the class. 7/6-8. Tuition with housing $745, tuition alone $550. Contact: 940-565-3722, marykaren.clardy@unt.edu
https://mkclardy.com/flute

Europe

Austria

FLUTEinWIEN – Your Intensive Masterclass in Vienna – the music capital of the world. Enjoy extra long daily classes (1 daily hour dedicated to sound and technique, followed by 1:45 hours for your repertoire) in the mornings and enjoy free afternoons and evenings to discover beautiful Vienna. Choose between 3 to 7 days long masterclass and book for the dates most suitable for you. Join university professors, orchestral flutists and university flute students from all over the world who have already participated. Tuition alone 590-990 euros, sessions all year round. Contact: contact@fluteinwien.com

Croatia

11th Croatia Flute Academy, Karlovac, Croatia. This week-long program includes flute lectures, workshops, and performances that span classical, contemporary and other styles. We will practice, play and perform at the beautiful Zorin Dom city theatre in Karlovac. Also planned are short excursions to beautiful local natural locations. 7/4-12. 30 students, 7 teachers. Tuition with housing €647. Contact: croatiafluteacademy@gmail.com.

Luxembourg

36th International Forum for Flute & Piano, Diekirch, Luxembourg. 10 days of lessons, concerts and conferences. It is open to professional musicians, music students, students of music schools, music teachers, and amateurs. Participants are not subdivided into active and passive participants. 7/19-28. 7 teachers. Tuition with housing €695 before May 1, €725 after May 1. Tuition alone €450. Contact forum
flutepiano@gmail.com.

Online Only

KinderFlute Teacher Training Class, Online

KinderFluteTM is designed to teach students to love music and learn to play the flute, but that is only the beginning. We have an intense desire to see each child realize their potential in all areas of their lives. Through learning to listen, finger, produce a beautiful tone, read music, compose, and creatively express themselves; students are firing areas of the brain to make learning in all areas more productive. The group lessons are carefully planned to maximize learning potential. Movement and games are a major component in the group classes so that students maintain a keen sense of alertness. 9 sessions begin August 28th online. Tuition $650. Contact: mblocki@blockiflute.com.
https://www.blockiflute.com/KINDERFLUTE_c_56.html