Workshops and Masterclasses

Designed for performers and teachers, the workshops provide ample opportunity to explore and learn about contemporary music and extended techniques for the flute with guided instruction. These are suitable for young children too! For those wishing to work on prepared pieces, masterclasses offer more in-depth discussions and exploration.

Performers    Teachers    Masterclasses

"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

Review of 4th Annual Flute Day, IVCC, February 12, 2011

"I attended your workshop at "Flute Day" at IVCC a few weeks ago with a group of my students.  To be perfectly honest, I wasn't a huge fan of extended techniques until I attended your class!  You have SO inspired myself and my students.  Not a day goes by that I don't hear at least a couple of them doing tongue pizzicatos in the studio. Thank you for inspiring all of us!"             -Cindi Isenhower,
 

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 (beginner to professional). 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. Extensive reference materials are provided. 2-3 hours

 

Flute Masterclass

Focused on flute repertoire from the 20th- and 21st-centuries. Selections from the contemporary flute repertoire with opportunities for extensive exploration and discussion. 1-2 hours (please see sample graded repertoire list at www.helenbledsoe.com/erep.html for suggestions)

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