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Sonic
Sculptures™ is a progressive program sculpting sound by incorporating multiple
components, such as workshops, composers forums, lecture recitals, masterclasses,
and performance projects. It will demystify contemporary classical music, as it
challenges performance conventions, supports emerging composers, and these
sounds to a wider audience.
For composers of new music, the flute offers an infinite landscape of sound
through the use of extended techniques. Writing music with these techniques
requires composers to learn a new language of sound and notation. This can be
done both in a class setting or private work-shopping.
For performers contemporary music typically uses the fundamental musical
concepts of rhythm, melody, and harmony in new and unfamiliar ways. This music
calls for a new approach to learning and listening to understand the genre and
ignite a passion for it.
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Snap, Flutter, Pop™ Workshop and Masterclass |
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Composer Forum |
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Concert Programs - A Journey in Sound™ |
Testimonials:
"Fabulous! The ability to clearly explain this music to those unfamiliar with the various techniques is remarkable. The extensive bibliography, including a list of performers, composers, and a suggested repertoire list will be a bible to teachers and students. This was an extremely successful workshop that wiped away the mystery of extended techniques and contemporary music by removing fear and showing us a way to read the music and interpret the composer’s wishes."
-Florence Nelson, President, Chicago Flute Club
Booking Information:
For pricing information or to book a Sonic Sculptures-A Journey in Sound event, please contact me.
Snap, Flutter, and Pop™ Performer Workshop
An in-depth workshop that explores the basics of extended techniques and their benefits to
everyday flute playing for flutists of all levels. Topics include production of extended techniques; practice suggestions; decoding contemporary notation; level appropriate repertoire suggestions; a general overview of the styles of contemporary flute repertoire including multi-media and electronics; and performance practices. Extended techniques are demonstrated in the context of repertoire examples. Bring flutes of any size and an adventurous spirit! Class tailored to each group's age-level and experience. 1-3 hours
Snap, Flutter, and Pop™ Pedagogy Workshop
Designed for Flute teachers and focused on how to teach extended techniques and incorporate contemporary music into students' lesson materials. 2-3 hours
Flute Masterclass
Focused on flute repertoire from the 20th- and 21st-centuries. Selections from the contemporary flute repertoire, 1-2 hours (please see graded repertoire list at www.helenbledsoe.com/erep.html for suggestions)
Composers Forum--Composing for the Extended Flute
Thorough discussion of all extended techniques with demonstrations. Explanations of how techniques are produced allow composers to utilize extended techniques more easily. Presentation includes excerpts from repertoire in all major 20th- and 21st-century compositional styles and opportunities for extensive question and answer sessions. 2 Hours
Concert Programs—A Journey in Sound™
Both entertaining and informative, these sample thematic programs provide an opportunity to hear some of the great works from contemporary flute repertoire. Other programs available, including specialty topics such as acoustics, mathematics, linguistics, and movement-based disciplines.
New Music
Demystified: What is "new music"? Explore the progressive use of
harmony, range, extended techniques, and blending of genres such as jazz!
(Debussy, Varese, Stockhausen, Saariaho, Reich, Dillon, Noguera Palau) 1-2 hours
Musique Fatale: Program of music composed by women from all
regions of the world showcasing the exemplary presence of women composers in the
music of the 20th and 21st centuries. (Saariaho, Ran, Triana, LeBaron, Hoover,
Noguera Palau, Izarra) 1.5-2 hours
On the Wild Side: In addition to the beautiful, tranquil side of the flute, 20th- and 21st-century composers have tapped into the flute as a powerful expressive force capable of both serenity and explosive ferocity. (Colgrass, Murail, Takemitsu, Scelsi, Yun, Donatoni, Ferneyhough, LeBaron) 1-1.5 hours
Top of the Pops: Music heavily influenced by jazz, folk, and popular genres has taken classical concert stages by storm as 20th and 21st century composers exploit the full sonic range of the flute family. (Clarke, Reich, Mower, Kucher, R. Dick, Granados, Noguera Palau) 1 hour