Optimal Airflow Dynamics for Producing High Quality Flute Tone: A study of air flow, direction, speed, volume, and pressure from the diaphragm to the lips using objective measures will aid to understand the ideal state

This four-day workshop presents an opportunity for adult flute players to participate in masterclasses and join in-depth discussions about the study of flute tone, breathing, and body awareness both in flute practice and in performance.

This year, this workshop will unveil a series of research studies especially formatted for music students to study the anatomy and airflow dynamics that create an optimal tone on a woodwind instrument.

In addition, several leading flute manufacturers will exhibit their instruments for attendees to view, test, and purchase.

Faculty

Amy Porter, Professor of Music, University of Michigan

Dr. David Brown, Associate Vice President and Associate Dean for Health Equity and Inclusion and Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Michigan

Laura Dwyer, McKindree University Certified Yoga Instructor for Performers

Christina Jennings, Professor of Flute, University of Colorado Boulder

Dr. Erika Boysen, Assistant Professor of Flute, UNC Greensboro

Open to all middle and high school students for an inspiring day of ute. Workshops will include:

Fun ute warm-up class

All State and audition prep class

Classes to improve sound, articulation, vibrato, phrasing and intonation •

Flute Choir reading session

$120 for the day includes a healthy lunch.

Flutists of all levels are welcome.

Unlimited space for middle and high school utists of every level. We have space for up to 15 masterclass slots- these flutists will perform for one of the teachers a solo of her/his choice.

Brevard Music Center Sinfonia

Trail of Tears by Michael Daugherty

Conducted by JoAnn Falletta

Priority Deadline: February 10, 2018

Designed for the serious high school flutist, including instruction in: tone, technique, intonation, and vibrato; body awareness; performance anxiety; and productive practice techniques.