This intensive three-day musical retreat is designed for a maximum of 7 flautists of varying ages and abilities (above sixteen unless accompanied by a parent) who are building up towards pending concerts, exams, recordings that are taking place in Spring/Summer 2024, or performers/ teachers/ amateurs who would like to refresh their creative energies.

Participants arrive on the early afternoon of Thursday 18th April to settle down, get to know each other, practice and rehearse. During three packed days, you will take part in masterclasses, discussions, one-to-one lessons and rehearsals with Wissam and our resident pianist, Aaron Burrows, leaving late afternoon of Sunday 21st April, after a special concert to celebrate the end of the retreat. Come and enjoy three days of intense music making, self-discovery, fresh air, healthy food and great fun, in the peaceful setting of Hill House, in East Sussex.

Ticket prices

£495 - this includes tuition, rehearsals, accommodation, breakfast, light lunch and home-cooked dinner. £300 - If you live locally and would like to participate in all the tuition and discussions without food and accommodation £50 - Auditors are welcome to the daily masterclasses/discussions To secure your place please click the submit the online form with a deposit of £100

Booking/ information link

https://www.wissamboustany.com/shop/p/inner-journeys-flute-retreat

March 15th – 22nd A musical retreat for players, partners and friends

This exciting venue of 1500 m2 is everyone’s idea of French style with its spacious salons and 20 acre park. Great music, food, company and fun for everyone. All welcome. Give yourself a-pre Easter break.

Booking/ information link

https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/flute-courses/

November 6th – 9th Woodwind Clinic and Workshops Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone

How to book:

https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/flute-courses/

Contact:

julie.flute@icloud.com

September 29th – October 2nd   A Musical Retreat for Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone Players, Partners and Friends 

October 2nd – 5th   A Musical Retreat for Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone Players, Partners and Friends

How to book:

https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/flute-courses/

Contact:

julie.flute@icloud.com

September 15th – 18th 5:4:3:2:1 upgrade your ensemble playing and more 

September 18th – 21st 5:4:3:2:1 upgrade your ensemble playing and more

How to book:

https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/flute-courses/

Contact:

julie.flute@icloud.com

This well established Flute Summer Course is for advanced flute players who would like an enjoyable and rewarding week improving flute playing and chamber music skills, in a relaxed, fun and supportive environment.

Philippa Davies is a world class flute player and teacher. She is flute player of London Wigmore Hall’s resident ensemble, the Nash Ensemble and of London Winds. Philippa performs regularly as a soloist in venues around the globe. Philippa is a much sought after teacher and is a professor at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

Playing will be mostly in small groups; workshops and exercises will usually include all participants. There will also be opportunities for playing prepared flute solos with pianist Jan Willem Nelleke and for ad-hoc ensemble playing. There is a maximum of 14 players on this course.

For players of grade 8 and above

Workshops, solos and ensembles

Booking, prices and more details at: www.cubertou.com

A lovely opportunity for amateurs, students and teachers to enjoy world class teaching in a relaxed environment

Oxford Flute Summer School continues to offer students of wide-ranging ages and abilities a wealth of inspirational experiences during this intensive week of flute playing. The mix of masterclasses, individual lessons, group playing and daily concerts in our multi-layered course will reinvigorate your flute playing and your musical understanding. You will come away with countless ideas for the next steps in your musical journey, whether you are an adult returner to flute looking for specific help, a talented youngster about to enter music college, or a recent graduate needing support for a successful entry to the profession. Bursaries available for 15-24 year olds: www.ofssbursaryfund.com

Ticket prices: £820-£1020

www.oxfordflutes.co.uk/book-now/

Place:  Borrello, Abruzzo region, central Italy

Tuition in English and Italian.

Geoff Warren teaches jazz flute at Ferrara Conservatoire, Italy.

Level – mixed, in terms of both jazz experience and flute playing

The course is FREE, You just pay for your board and lodging.

Contact:  info@geoffwarren.com

More info   www.geoffwarren.com

July 26th – 29th.  Bespoke 3:2:1 Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone

July 29 – August 1st.  Upgrade your Playing : Woodwind Clinic

August 2nd – 6th . Flute 3 : 2 : 1 trios, duets, solos course 

August 6th – 10th. Advanced Flute Ensembles/Workshop/Clinic

How to book

https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/flute-courses/

Contact

julie.flute@icloud.com

Since 1996, The Scottish International Flute Summer School has been bringing flautists from all over the world together for an unforgettable week of flute tuition.

Our world-class tutors are here to inspire and share their expertise and knowledge to help you achieve your musical goals. Whether you're looking to refine your techniques or explore new ideas, we've got you covered.

Located in the breathtaking Scottish countryside, our Summer School offers a tranquil and inspiring setting to focus on your passion. With three customizable course options available, we'll help you create your ideal summer school week.  

Join us for an immersive and enriching experience that will help you grow as a flautist. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from the best - book your place now!

Details and booking at: https://www.flutescotland.com/

This is the Summer School to try – Play All Day – we don’t stop! 

5 nights/6 days of intensive, enjoyable, rewarding tuition and music making.

Flutes, Clarinets, Saxophones and Friends.

12 – 15 places only for 2023.

We offer a place to any flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, recorder, bassoon, piano player.

Beginners and Early Grades to Diploma level – anyone keen to play

The course is very small for maximum attention – we accept only 12 – 15 students, so be sure to book early.

Ages 10 to 18 – in 3 different groups with a bespoke programme created to suit your exact playing needs.

How to book

https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/booking-form-students/

Booking/ information link

https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/international-student-summer-school/

June 9th – 12th  Intermediate to Advanced Flute Ensembles

June 12th – 15th  Flute Bespoke lessons & Small Ensembles 3 – 2 – 1

How to book
https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/flute-courses/

Contact:
julie.flute@icloud.com

An intense and inspiring weekend of classes, performance opportunities and ensemble playing suitable for Grade 7 and above....technique will be addressed through repertoire and we will incorporate some folk and fun with a loop pedal

Ticket prices

From £250 including board. lodging and meals

How to book

register your interest nicki@nicolawoodward.uk

Booking/ information link

https://www.nicolawoodward.uk/workshops

Between 3rd and 8th May 2023, Flute School London is returning to Monplaisir, a beautiful country house set in acres of lovely gardens in this most peaceful part of south-west France. Chamber musician and flute tutor Janna Hüneke and trained chef and amateur flautist Marion Gough are looking forward to welcoming back old friends and newcomers on the residential course. The course is friendly and informal and is suitable for adults from grade 6 or equivalent playing standard. Sessions are individually geared towards course participants.

As well as gourmet food (and optional wine), and a chance to discover this beautiful region of France, the course offers a mix of whole group rehearsals, technique workshops, the opportunity to play duets/trios etc, and individual master classes. You can also sign up for an individual one-to-one lesson and a chance to play with a piano accompanist. We will enjoy the music we’ve been working on with a supportive informal performance to each other at the end of the course. And a TV and comfy sofas are available for anyone wishing to watch the coronation on 6th May!

Ticket prices

Shared room (with en-suite bathroom) £740 Single room (with shared bathroom) £825 Single room (with en-suite bathroom) £880

How to book

email Marion Gough on marion@monplaisirholidays.com or call Janna on 07973107126

Booking/ information link

marion@monplaisirholidays.com

Following on from the great success of last year, Andrea Kuypers returns to Eastwood House with her Flute Retreat. Expert teaching, home cooked food and luxury accommodation in a beautiful setting; the emphasis will be on learning through enjoyment and relaxation.

The course will start with introductions and dinner on Friday evening followed by two days of morning yoga, workshops to help you improve your flute playing, Q and A sessions, ensembles and the chance to play with a pianist.

We will finish after dinner on Sunday evening and your room will be available until 10am on Monday morning giving you a nice slow start to the bank holiday!

Cost: Full board, 3 nights accommodation in a shared room and course fees - £495. Single room supplement £135 (3 single rooms available). Deposit £150 to secure your place - contact me for more details

Contact: andrea@kuypers.co.uk / 07778 281585

Click here for event flyer

www.kuypers.co.uk

Greyhound Barns, Barnsley VIllage, Cirencester, Cotswolds.

November 20th – 23rd

November 23rd – 26th.

2 Woodwind Clinics/workshops/masterclasses: held in a small Cotswolds village. Small numbers, all rooms ensuite, large rehearsal space. All current government guidelines to be observed regarding social spacing and food preparation.

Please see our website for further information: https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/wp/flute-courses/

Poachers Arms, Hope, Derbyshire.
October 30th – November 2nd. Flute 1 : 1 
November 2nd – 6th. Woodwind Clinic Course. Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone.

2 consecutive residential courses set in a former pub! Small numbers. all rooms ensuite, huge rehearsal/working areas. All current government guidelines concerning social distance and food preparation will be followed.

Please see website for further details: https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/wp/flute-courses/#Hope

Lakeside Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire.
2 consecutive residential courses. Small numbers, all rooms ensuite, large working areas. All current government guidelines to be followed regarding social spacing and food preparation.

October 9th – 12th. Woodwind Clinic Course. Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone.

October 12th – 16th. Flute Ensembles/ Workshops

Please see website for further details: https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/wp/flute-courses/#Staffordshire-October

The Old Sawmill and Stables, Hastingleigh, nr Wye, Ashford, Kent.
2 consecutive residential courses. Small numbers, all rooms single ensuite, large working space. All current government guidelines to be followed regarding social distancing and food preparation.

August 25th – 28th. Woodwind Clinic Intermediate Levels 

August 28th – September 1st. Woodwind Clinic Intermediate Levels

For more details, please see the website: https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/wp/flute-courses/#Hastingleigh-2020

KinderFlute Training Class in Pittsburgh, PA USA
Classes will include a combination of online and/or onsite classes. 
Find out more at http://www.blockiflute.com/KinderFluteBlockiFlute-Class-information_c_132.html

With Jim Walker, Marina Piccinini and Diana Morgan. Jim Walker’s “Beyond The Masterclass” Flute Week combines the traditional masterclass environment with special seminars designed to expand a flutist’s horizons outside the “flute performance major” mentality that exists at most music schools and conservatories. Daily masterclasses will focus on student performance, and each day a variety of workshops and seminars will cover topics such as improvisation, session playing, the piccolo, orchestral auditions, and building a real career in music. In addition to improving flute playing skills and benefiting from Jim’s insights and wisdom, participants will learn the ways working musicians succeed in the competitive environment found in today’s world. These extras make BTMC go far beyond your average masterclass and will pay great dividends to any flutist who is serious about having a successful and rewarding career in music. Find out more at http://www.beyondthemasterclass.com/

Earls Hall, Suffolk, UK.
3 separate, residential flute courses. Small numbers, single rooms, observance of current government guidelines. Held in a beautiful, historic country house in its own extensive grounds in rural Suffolk.

July 17th – 20th. Woodwind Clinic Course  Intermediate Level

July 20th-23rd. Intermediate Small Flute Ensembles

August 2nd – August 6th  1 :1 Flute

Please see website for further details: https://flutesenvacances.co.uk/wp/flute-courses/

An all-inclusive online flute course for modern and classical flautists exploring Mozart's Flute Concertos in G and D major. Course tutors Elizabeth Walker and Sarah Murphy will look at the historical context, techniques such as phrasing (using arias from the operas), variety in articulation, ornamentation and how to structure a cadenza.

Tickets £275 (20% off for under 27's) from www.benslowmusic.org

This series offers students an opportunity to perform for, interact with, discuss and share ideas with professional musicians from all over the world – to connect them with the extraordinary artists and teachers of our time!

The New Perspectives Series is held on Thursdays from 1:00-2:30PM ET.  Each week will feature a different artist who will share his/her chosen topic with students who are seeking new perspectives, ideas and approaches to studying music that will refocus their lens towards intentional and creative practice.

Theme of this series: The extraordinary flutists in this series have generously offered their expertise through various online resources, master classes, lessons, studies, recordings, videos and more during this unprecedented time of isolation. Hear more about their online offerings and classes in addition to their individual class topics at https://www.newperspectivesseries.net/