'I'm a gigaholic' Nov 25, 2008
Sister Flute, Bournemouth UK. I too have been to a fair few gigs, been going since I was 14 (The Levellers @ Guildford Civic with my Dad), the first gig I went to with just a bunch of Mates was Motorhead at the London Astoria in 2000. (BBC News -- UK)
Hamlet students exposed to the performing arts this week Nov 25, 2008
The Raleigh Flute Choir closed down the day from 2:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. to an audience that clapped heartily to renditions This Old Man, and Old Man River ... I would have to say my favorite part would be the flutes, said sixth-grader Katelyn Miller who pointed to the stage. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
* [CLASSICAL DVD AND CD REVIEWS] Nov 25, 2008
When I first heard Kenneth Branagh had directed a film version of Mozarts The Magic Flute set during the First World War my hopes werent high. In fact its by a long way the most lovable and refreshing version of the opera Ive ever seen. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
A season to remember Nov 23, 2008
"Its hard to play, but its functioning," flute player Linda Kiefer said. Kiefer, a foreign exchange student from Germany, was still trying to get adjusted to Nebraskas weather, which she said is colder than in Germany. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Who should be in the Hall? Nov 23, 2008
Native American flute player R. Carlos Nakai. Of Navajo-Ute heritage, Nakai not only has revived the music traditions of America's native peoples, but he's also taken those traditions and fused them with classical, jazz and world music. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
In faith calendar Nov 23, 2008
Ron, Sandra and their children play a variety of musical instruments including the cello, flute, trumpet and violin. All are invited to share in this special evening of inspirational music and family harmony with the Eagles Family. (Times and Transcript)
Dickinson College concerts slated for weekend Nov 22, 2008
Dickinson College faculty member Kimberly Buchar-Kelley will perform a bassoon recital with fellow Trelumina Trio members Rebecca Wilt (piano) and Alicia Kosack (flute) at 4 p.m. Sunday in the Rubendall Recital Hall of the colleges Weiss Center for the Arts ... In addition to performing works originally written for flute, bassoon and piano, the musicians also transcribe works written for other instrument combinations and include these pieces in their repertoire. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
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Al Midkiff plays a flute after describing its Lakota Nation origin Nov. 13 at the Native American Heritage Month luncheon at the Frontier Conference Center ... Also at the luncheon, Al Midkiff of the Olgala Sioux Nation of Pine Ridge, S.D., told a story about the American Indian wooden flute ... One legend tells that the flute was crafted to mimic the sound the wind made blowing across a cedar branch. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
CPHS Orchestra dominates Region 26 tryouts Nov 21, 2008
Sara Hartwig - Flute ... Area Katie Velasquez - Flute. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
UCLA Rowing Announces Seven Signees for 2009-10 Nov 21, 2008
plays the flute in the school orchestra. has traveled to Eastern Europe with People-to-People Student Ambassadors. (Uclabruins.com)
Valley Rhythms (8) Nov 21, 2008
The Caribbean Lounge at Club Trinidad, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Dr., features pianist and vocalist Jimmy Frank and Geton on flute every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7 until 11 p.m. The Sunday Jam Session and Open Mic starts at 7 p.m. with The Caribbean All-Stars featuring pianist Richard Bono, saxophonist Jan Hasman and Jimmy Frank on drums. All musicians and vocalists are welcome. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Afrika hits Wells Nov 20, 2008
He is also a master player of the bamboo flute, which he often incorporates into his dances. The music, the drumming, it is all attached to the dance, Anim said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Braukman honored Nov 20, 2008
Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2008 9:09 AM CST Tiffany Braukman, flute student of Dee Burchams Piano and Flute Studio, was chosen as a First Flutist in the Southwest Iowa Middle School Honor Band. Tiffany is in the eighth grade at Atlantic Middle School. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
TGI Wednesday Nov 20, 2008
SHARENE LUM AND ROCKY HOLMES, harp and flute; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Michel's in the Colony Surf; 923-6552. AUDY KIMURA, guitar/vocals; 6:30-10 p.m.; Hy's Steak House; 922-5555. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Bartok's music meets its muse Nov 19, 2008
The concert, presented by the Celebrity Series, had the two groups alternating in the spotlight, with the members of Muzsikas dispatching fiddle-driven dance tunes (from Transylvania, Moravia, and elsewhere) as well as some more lyrical traditional melodies rendered on the wispy long flute or sung with a reedy yet alluring tone by vocalist Marta Sebestyen. For its part, the Takacs Quartet lit into Bartok's String Quartet No. 4, playing with both superb ensemble musicianship and, at times, even... (Boston Globe)
Chandrayaan-1: Laser payload turned on Nov 19, 2008
Initial data indicated the instrument's performance is normal. " This laser payload sends pulses of infrared laser light towards a strip of lunar surface and detects and analyzes the reflected portion of that light. The wavelength of the light used in this case is 1,064 nm. This instrument also accurately measures the altitude of the spacecraft above the lunar surface and the Moon's surface features. The LLRI will take 10 measurements per second on both, day as well as night side of the Moon and... (Techtree.com)
Orchestra takes over Jorgensen Nov 19, 2008
In the first piece the orchestra consisted entirely of string instruments such as violins and cellos, but added to their numbers for the second by adding about 20 clarinet, flute, French horn, trumpet, trombone, bassoon and percussion players. This gave the orchestra the more early romantic style needed for the next two pieces: Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. (The Daily Campus, CT)
New generation pays tribute to Leonard Bernstein Nov 19, 2008
The concert began with Dudamel leading a haunting performance of Halil, a flute concerto Bernstein finished in 1981 in memory of an Israeli flutist killed in the 1973 war. With its mix of dissonance and tonalism, outbursts and quietude, the music depicts the horrors of war and the craving for peace. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
* COMMUNITY COMPASS: FEATURE: Street artists trickle into Taipei Nov 18, 2008
Every Saturday and Sunday morning, Canadian pan flute artist Bernier Sylvain drives to Tamsui MRT Station and waits for the draw with other street artists to secure a performance spot at the rear of the station. If he is lucky enough to get a spot, Sylvain starts setting up speakers, tuning devices, a small table displaying his printed CDs and a donation box, and begins his four to five-hour pan flute performance in the afternoon ... Sylvains soft and unique pan flute music always attracts the... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Celebrating Native American Heritage month with f00004000lute music Nov 18, 2008
Celebrating Native American Heritage month with flute music ... On Saturday, November 22, 2008, from 1 pm to 3 pm, Troy "Good Medicine" De Roche (Blackfeet) will teach a Native American Flute Workshop at The Loo Theater at Chaminade University, located at 3140 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816 ... The workshop will teach students how to play the Native American Flute. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Library Lines, Nov. 13 Nov 18, 2008
Concert: Linda Bento, flute, and Deborah Emery, piano, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m. Wakelin Room. Free and open to the public. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Concert to aid local composers Nov 18, 2008
On the program are Phil Maher's Fields with Heat, a piece for wind controller and synthesizer; Sophia, a cello solo written by Jesse Lee; Clint McBride's Igneous for guitar; Robert Braun's string quartet, A New Order; Lillian Reichert's Shrill Thrill for flute and piano; Tim Anderson's Bevattna for clarinet, tenor saxophone and piano; Aaron Minnick's The Bard for voice and piano; and one of Bower's own works, Jubiloso for bass clarinet and piano. A raffle of a gift basket from Liquid Planet and... (Missoulian, MT)
Local high school students receive music honors Nov 18, 2008
Students recognized included: BAND: Leah Piper, West Salem, flute; Chelsea Wyman, Westby, B-flat bass clarinet; William Krumbach, Central, trumpet; Gregory Nigon, Central, trumpet; Mark Trautmann, Holmen, trombone; Mark Pennebecker, Central, euphonium; Alexander Siemers, Central, tuba; and Colin Johnson, Central, string bass. ORCHESTRA: Abigail Hindson, Central, violin; Karen Hill, Central, viola; Madeline Davidson, Onalaska, oboe; Lindsay Roloff, Aquinas, oboe; Amy Yin, Onalaska, clarinet;... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Experts help Highland students cope with teen's death Nov 18, 2008
Kelly was an avid musician, playing instruments ranging from the timpani to guitar and flute. She composed her own worship songs for her family's church, the City of Grace Church in Mesa. (AZCentral -- News)
How to Enjoy a Free Williamsburg Ch... Nov 17, 2008
His most famous hymn is "Joy to the World. Other favorite Christmas hymns sung then and now include "The First Noel," "God Rest You Merry Gentlemen," "The Holly and the Ivy," "I Saw Three Ships," and "Lully Lullay" ("The Coventry Carol"). Music in the Air on Merchants Square During the 2008 holidays as in previous years, resounds with these tunes and many more. The shopping district at Duke of Gloucester Street s western terminus near the College of William and Mary offers an outdoor venue for... (Suite101.com)
Classical guitar takes center stage at Symphony Nov 17, 2008
The highlight was a central slow dance with a series of pastoral solos Brian Greene (oboe), Susan McGinn (flute), Julia Richter (piccolo), Ignace Jang (violin), and Kirby Nunez (string bass) before the 'cellos and violas pulled in the full orchestra for the final two robust dances. Falletta dedicated the second half of the concert to one of the monuments of the early 20th century, Sibelius's Symphony No.2. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Noel' celebrates French music at Balai Sarbini Nov 17, 2008
The third part started with the introduction of a flute, which played Chinese-inspired music; a fingerprint of Debussy who was fascinated by the Oriental world. After some fanfare in the fourth part, the composition ended in an epilogue, which transcribed a mysterious mood, signifying the life that exists in the toybox. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
East Valley grieves for 'sweetest young lady' Nov 17, 2008
She performed on the flute and guitar and dabbled with piano. She also composed songs for the City of Grace Church in Mesa. (AZCentral -- News)
Musicians play at Barnes & Noble in DeKalb Nov 16, 2008
Students and teachers performed a myriad of different compositions on violin, flute, guitar, harp, oboe and recorder, and others sang for those gathered. We ve been doing this type of recital at Borders or Barnes and Noble for about six to seven years found it to be popular with the students, NIU CSA director Deborah Booth said Friday. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Windy’s Winds repairs your brass and woodwind instruments Nov 16, 2008
Shaffer, who says she attends church on a regular basis, uses her alto flute for services, an instrument she says is very versatile. She later studied at Northern Arizona University for two years in the honors program and started her business out of necessity, later attending Red Wing Tech School in Minnesota where she spent a year honing her repair skills. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
More French Than France Nov 16, 2008
More odd than the midday procession was finding an American - the first since arriving - playing flute in the town band. Amy Basle told me she and her husband, Thierry, both San Francisco State University graduates, moved here five years ago, mostly to escape the Bay Area's tenuous job market and insane housing prices. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
British Council brings different shades of music Nov 16, 2008
Led on kalimba, bamboo flute and vocal by Boateng Kodua Acheampong, Gonjes music traverses many musical styles and is great stuff for discerning ears. Irene Logan and Jane Awindor were discovered through Charterhouses Stars of the Future contest and they represent a new phase on the popular music scene with their brash hip hop and R&B style. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Review: Symphony shines in going south of the border Nov 15, 2008
Margaret Rowland, the orchestra s principal flutist, was sensational in displaying an array of wonderful colors, virtuosity and precision in one of Arnold s two flute concertos. The Three-Cornered Hat was a grand finale of three dances, including the joyous conclusion, Jota. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
At Symphony Hall, echoes of Tanglewood Nov 14, 2008
In particular William Hudgins (clarinet), Keisuke Wakao (oboe), and Elizabeth Rowe (flute), as well as James Sommerville (horn) brought the second and third movements across with usual vividness. The third-movement string playing was robust without wearing its rusticness on its sleeve; the thunderstorm was an exercise in well-ordered chaos. (Boston Globe)
Tyler preston makes his musical debut Nov 14, 2008
Preston first played the flute at age 9, but switched to guitar after being teased. He eventually learned the drums, then the piano and synthesizer. (Juneau Empire)
Belly-dancing for the paws’ Nov 14, 2008
VanLanen will use finger cymbals to performing some Middle Eastern-style rhythms learned on a trip to Egypt in 2007, along with her partner Wesley Stoker on drums and good friend Melanie Sorenson on flute. In addition, students in VanLanen s Galactivate Dance Studio and members of the Corvallis Belly Dance Performance Guild and the Middle Eastern Dance Guild of Eugene will also perform. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Travis students earn region seats Nov 14, 2008
Students earning positions in the Symphonic Band: Christina Wang, 1st chair flute ; John Gee, 4th chair flute; Samantha Lin, 6th chair flute; Crystal Lu, 7th chair flute; Laura Baker, 8th chair flute; JJ Cabrera, 1st chair bassoon; Janice Chen, 3rd chair clarinet; Shelby Clayton 12th chair clarinet; Jason Wang 2nd chair alto sax; Kevin Chang, 3rd chair alto sax; Eric Herrera, 4th chair alto sax; Sarah Wynn, 4th chair trumpet; Jordan Childers, 7th chair trumpet; Kayla Sturm, 8th chair trumpet,... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Students learn about the emotions of the trombone Nov 13, 2008
Students from first grade learn and play the recorder and starting in third grade, students can sign up to play an instrument such as the trombone, clarinet, saxophone or the flute. But due to time constraints, students wanting to play an instrument need to come in during their recess time to practice. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Big Read final gala also celebrates veterans Nov 13, 2008
Saxophones, drums, a big string bass, flute and keyboard set the tone. The combos performed both instrumental and vocal numbers, like "Route 66," "West Coast Blues" and "I'm Beginning to See the Light.". (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Casey chosen for All-State Festival Band Nov 12, 2008
Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2008 9:05 AM CST Linnesa Casey, flute student of Dee Burchams Piano and Flute Studio, was selected from 41 flutes for the All State Festival Band. Four were selected from SW Iowa. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Latin roots rock the world of rock 'n' roll Nov 12, 2008
" His Brokeback score won the 2005 Oscar, edging perennial John Williams. "What made me happy is that it proved you can do a score in a different way, with a 60-piece orchestra or a flute. " He won his second Oscar a year later for Babel, dazzling the Latin community, says Kerpel. "When you make it outside Argentina, it's a big deal. (USA Today -- Life)
Hill College Chorale Program To Present Fall Concert Of Ballades Nov 12, 2008
Also, Adrian Bumgarner, a Hill College flute student, will accompany the Mens Chorus. All choirs are under the direction of Shirley Erickson, Hill Colleges instructor of music and director of choral and keyboard activities. (KWTX.com, TX)
Thanksgiving starts this week with feast, potluck and concert Nov 12, 2008
The program also includes performances by the New Horizons String Ensemble, the New Horizons Band, the PMAC Adult Blues and Jazz Bands and The Adult Saxophone and Flute Choirs. Call the PMAC office at 431-4278 for details or visit www. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Photo Contributed DeeAnna Ward, a fifth grader at L.J. Bell, competes in dance. Nov 11, 2008
At the Ninth Grade Academy: first place, Rhushedia Cotton and Kashenee Hubbard for their pantomime; second place, Hunter Baxley and Tyshawn Bostick, drums; third place, Lauren Langley, flute; and honorable mention, Terrel Everette, vocals. At Rohanen Primary: first place, Ashley Smith, vocals; tied for second Mindy Hough, vocals; tied for second, Kibreauna Stewart, vocals; third place, Logan Bowman, comedy routine; and honorable mention, Hakeem and Bernard Gibson, gospel pantomime; also... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
An afternoon of tales to tell Nov 11, 2008
A master of the guitar, Bodhran Celtic drum, 5-string banjo, mandolin, flute and whistle, Zahm is often asked to appear at Civil War re-enactments and concerts as well as colonial and early American-themed events. He ap peared as a singing soldier in the film "Gettysburg: Three Days of Destiny.". (NJ.com -- Times)
Behind the Scenes: Commute from the Cities no bother for passionate symphony flutist Nov 10, 2008
The orchestra s principal flutist since 2003, Rowland has a flute studio in Woodbury, Minn ... Rowland will be featured at this weekend s concerts as she plays a flute concerto by Malcolm Arnold ... A native of Vancouver, British Columbia, Rowland said she chose the flute to play as a child because all her friends played the instrument. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Church hosting Thanksgiving services Nov 10, 2008
This service will feature traditional hymns accompanied by the beautiful sounds of the flute by a guest musician. Communion will be served. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Sound of Solace Nov 9, 2008
"Camille's Story" and "Green le" both carry a gentler side to 007, the former via plucked strings and the latter in the form of flute, while "Night at the Opera," the bad guy's theme this time out, is a persuasive and enchanting scene setter. All told, while this soundtrack has its share of ups and downs, its biggest enemy is actually its predecessor -- the Casino Royale score -- which like the film of the same name remains a tough act to follow. (IGN FilmForce)
Bay Area Concert Band seeking instrumentalists Nov 9, 2008
The band meets from 7:30 to 9 p.m. every Thursday in the Sunset School band room, and is seeking instrumentalists who play the French horn, bassoon, tenor saxophone, flute oboe and percussion. Membership is based on an audition. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
How to Buy a Used Flute Nov 8, 2008
Tips for Checking the Quality and Condition of a Pre-Owned Flute. Buying a used flute can either save money or become a repair headache ... When considering a used flute, there are things an astute buyer should check to determine its value and condition. (Suite101.com)
How to Find the Right Flute Nov 8, 2008
Models and Features Musicians Should Consider to Buy a New Flute. There isn't one flute that's right for all musicians ... Buyers evaluate craftsmanship, features, and styles of flutes to find the instrument that's best for them. (Suite101.com)
AHS students recognized for All-State Festival Nov 8, 2008
Sydney Hayes (Flute) was named an alternated for the All-State Band. According to the press release, students auditioned for the All-State Festival on Oct. 25 and about 17 percent of those who audition are selected for the festival. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
A musical salute to America Nov 8, 2008
He and his wife, Bobbie, who plays flute with the band, recently moved to Oregon from Iowa, to be near their new grandson. Gates retired from the Army Reserve as a command sergeant major. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
A bridge of peace: Hillsdale songwriter brings African music to Hudson Nov 8, 2008
Donkor plays a variety of native drums--the Djembe, Bougarabou, Dunun and Dondo, or talking drum--as well as marimba and flute. "It's world music with an African, very percussive element," says John Farrell, the local songwriter who is bringing the musicians for a return engagement in Columbia County--Thula Sizwe, an all-male group, performed to a standing-room-only crowd at North Hillsdale United Methodist Church in September 2007. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Homes for the Holidays tour ready to dazzle Nov 8, 2008
In the music room, a piano, Cameron s guitar and a Native American flute he was given are on display, along with gilt furnishings the couple bought because the pieces are reminiscent of furniture that Cameron s mother owned. In the guest rooms, Lane mixes funky modern textures, such as leather pillows and window coverings, with collections of antiques. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
* [EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT] Nov 7, 2008
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Events calendar Nov 7, 2008
The program includes Haydn "Trio in D" for flute, cello and piano; Beethoven "Theme and Variations" for oboe, violin and viola; and Mozart "Piano Quartet in E-flat Major." The ensemble was founded in 1957 and has been in residence at the Vermont Mozart Festival since 1974 ... The program includes Beethoven "String Trio in G Major"; Telemann sonata for flute and oboe; and Turina quartet for piano and strings. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
More of this story Nov 7, 2008
Paul Koumrian, who directed last year s performances, is now part of the cast, and Al Deston III plays keyboards, Jerry Silva plays drums and Gary Nitkin handles saxophone and flute. Cole Porter, Lerner and Lowe and the Gershwins are among the composers whose work is featured. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Students audition for all-state honors; 10 selected Nov 6, 2008
Of those auditioning, the following were selected: Lisa Garrett, flute; Krista Garrett, clarinet; Dana Velthoff, clarinet; Colin Bieker, tenor saxophone; Jeff Johannsen, trombone; Kyle Gordon, tuba; Jenny Bjoin, trumpet; Taysha Murtaugh, soprano; ReNee Reising, alto; and Candice Gear, alto. Laura Garrett was selected as an alternate on bari sax. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Students in SCIBA honor band Nov 6, 2008
Those selected include eighth graders Zachary Britton - French horn; Megan Kennedy - French horn; Mikayla Maves - flute; and Alissa Shannon - clarinet. Seventh graders nominated were Henry Haglund - French horn; Grant Heineman - trombone; and Zane Satre - percussion. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Let's be Neighbors Nov 6, 2008
Patsy and Diane played guitars, Kenny played a harmonica, a mandolin, and a native American flute which he constructed himself. Of course, Kenny did not play all those instruments at once. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Chetek High students in tri-state honors band Nov 6, 2008
Selected this year were: Amber Masters (trumpet), Heather Jahn (trumpet), Mallorie Moon (clarinet), Kurt Candler (alto saxophone), Lacey Loftus (flute) and Jake Nelson (tuba). Students have rehearsals during the day, including sectionals with college instructors in their various instrument groupings. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Own the Ocarina of Time Nov 5, 2008
Soon after the doors first opened however, the store became more and more populated with wannabe Hyrule residents looking to get their hands on a replica of the magical flute. Acknowledging that they owe a large number of their sales to "The Ocarina of Time" game, the Ocarina store is now celebrating the 10th anniversary of the game's release. (IGN Gear)
Symphony features Mexican conductor, principal flutist Nov 5, 2008
The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra will feature its principal flute player and Mexican music directed by a guest conductor from Mexico in its season s second set of concerts. Margaret Rowland, the orchestra s principal flutist since 2003, will play a flute concerto by Malcolm Arnold at the Nov. 14 and 15 concerts ... Rowland said she chose one of two Arnold flute concertos because the music is fun and rarely played. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Klang: opening weekend Queen Elizabeth Hall, London Nov 4, 2008
Trans was played twice (superbly well) in the opening concert by the Royal College of Music Orchestra conducted by Diego Masson, with each performance preceded by the UK premiere of a version of Harmonien, the fifth hour of Klang, a solo instrumental piece that exists in transpositions for the bass clarinet of Suzanne Stephens and the flute of Kathinka Pasveer. Harmonien served as the starting point for several instalments of the Klang cycle, one of which, Glanz, made up half of the... (guardian.co.uk)
