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From the President
July, 2010
Founder
Professor David Cubbin
Patron
Alison Rosser
Vice Patrons
Associate Professor
Elizabeth Koch OAM
Robert Brown
South Australian Flute News Print Post Pub. No. PP531629/00017 ABN: 96 991 331 922
Contents
President’s Report 1
Coming Events 2-4
New Members 2
Library Details 3
Concerts 5
Scholarships 5
Recent Events 6-9
Articles 9-10
CD Review 11
Flute Society Info 12
Dear Flute Society Members,
It is hard to believe that it is
already half way through the year! Last weekend was the annual Carolyn White Memorial Scholarship competition, adjudicated by Guila Tiver, Head of Vocal Studies at the Elder Conservatorium of Music. I was interstate and missed what was, by all accounts, a wonderful competition with some very talented young flautists. Many thanks to all the teachers, accompanists, Flute Society committee members and of course the competitors themselves, for their hard work. Congratulations to Aleksandra Olekalns, winner for 2010, and to Keira Simmons in second place and to Emily Squires for her Honourable Mention.
One of the Flute Society’s events
later this year is a session for teachers. It will be held on September 15 and will be an opportunity for teachers to get together, exchange ideas and have a glance over some new flute text books, exercise and study books. I mentioned the Flute Artistry book by Phyllis Louke and Patricia George, for instance, in my last President’s Report, and also the new Technical Workbook by Paul
Edmund- Davies. In addition to these books I have asked Linda Pirie, Karen Fletcher and Natalie Zwar to bring suitable teaching material for all levels of flute student. Perhaps if you have a favourite book that you love using, you could bring it as well. We will also collate some useful exercises on tone development, articulation and other techniques from our own collections. We hope that you can be there!
Have you heard the news that Sir
James Galway will be giving a concert in Adelaide on December 1 this year? This is exciting news as it has been many years since he was here. I was fortunate to hear him play at the National Flute Association Convention in New York last year and at 70 he is still an amazing player.
I hope that you are all happily
playing your flutes and I hope to see you at the next Flute Society of S.A. event,
Best wishes,
Elizabeth Koch OAM
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COMING EVENTS
WELCOME TO OUR NEW
MEMBERS
Daryna Padsadna, Amelia Turner,
Sophie Morphett, Tara Lupton,
Lauren Heddle, Alice Warren, Tahlia West,
Stefanie Scherwitzel, Emily Squires, Sam Taylor,
Mathieu Audras and
Brigid Delaney.
We hope you enjoy
being part of
the Flute Society
and
we look forward to
seeing you at our events.
Please visit our website!
FLUTE TEACHERS’ EVENING When: Wednesday, September 15, 7-30 pm. Venue*: Unley Uniting Church,
SW corner Unley Road and Edmund Avenue, Unley Admission: Members free; non-members $10
Hosted by Linda Pirie, Karen Fletcher and Natalie Zwar. Forum for exchange of ideas and a chance to glance over some new flute text books, exercise and study books. Bring along any books that you like using.
* please note that the venue has been changed.
DAVID CUBBIN MEMORIAL PRIZE When: Wednesday, October 20, 7-30 pm Venue: Unley Uniting Church, SW corner Unley Road and Edmund Avenue,
Unley For flautists aged 16 years to 30 years
Adjudicator: Patrick Power Closing date: Friday, October 8 Visit www.saflutesociety.asn.au to download the brochure and entry form. Come along and support our young flautists as they compete for these awards.
ADELAIDE EISTEDDFOD FLUTE DIVISION When: August 13-16 Venue: Rosefield Uniting Church, 2 Carlton Street, Highgate Adjudicators: Alison Rosser, Peter Webb OAM, Julia Grenfell, Lisa Gill Enquiries: Robert Brown, Ph. 8431-0452, e-mail [email protected]. Admission: $7 Please note that Competitors are required to fill in and bring with them completed APRA/AMCOS Forms 1 and 2 for each section they have entered. Visit the website at http://www.sacomment.com/aes.htm to print these forms. Could each competitor please have his/her name and the names of works and their composers clearly written on a sheet of paper ready to hand in to the booking-in person. This doesn’t apply to Sections F611, F612 and F620. Don’t forget to bring a copy of the music for the adjudicator. Backing CDs may be used in the Flute Division. Competitors are responsible for providing their own playback equipment and CDs. The playback equipment used should be of good quality and set up before the section starts. Competitors may announce their number and the titles and composers of the pieces they will play if they wish to do so.
2010 EISTEDDFOD PROGRAMME FRIDAY AUGUST 13 Booking in commences, 12-30 pm Adjudicator: Peter Webb OAM Section F612, Complete Flute Sonata or Suite, 1-00 pm Section F620, 18 Years and Over Flute Solo, 2-30 pm Afternoon Tea, 3-45 pm Section F607, 18 Years and Under Flute Solo, 4-00 pm Section F605, Grade 4 Flute Solo, 4-50 pm
Congratulations and
best wishes to Lisa & David Gill
on the birth of their daughter,
Rachel Jane on May 16.
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CD REVIEW
by Robert Brown
The Bill McBirnie Duo/Quartet – Mercy. Label: Extreme Flute. Recorded in 2009. Bill McBirnie, flute; Robi Botos, piano; Pat Collins, bass; John Sumner, drums Order from http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/mcbirnie/from/viglink My Space: http://www.myspace.com/billmcbirnieextremeflute Sir James Galway’s Website: http://www.thegalwaynetwork.com/jazz/jazz.htm Canadian flautist Bill McBirnie is an exciting virtuoso jazz, bebop and Latin specialist. He is based in Toronto. Bill studied with Canadian flautist and composer, Robert Aitken, and Cuban charanga legend, Richard Eques. Bill is known for his performances on flutes ranging from bass flute to piccolo. He is also recognised as an accomplished improviser. Bill is the resident Jazz
Specialist for the Galway Flute Chat. The tracks on Mercy include Baila Cinderella (written by and dedicated to Hubert Laws), Willow Weep For Me (dedicated to Jeremy Steig), Airegin, Stuffy Turkey, Gentle Rain, I’m Walkin’, Yardbird Suite, Way Down Yonder In New Orleans, Moment’s Notice, Minha Saudade, Groovin’ High and Mercy. Five of the tracks are for flute and piano; the rest for flute with jazz trio. This is one of the most relaxed and vibrant jazz flute CDs that I have heard. All of the performers are first class. The outstanding Hungarian jazz pianist, Robi Botos, composed the title track, and is the featured associate artist. A variety of jazz styles are presented, including medium swing, bepop, bossa nova and dixieland, composed by jazz greats such as Sonny Rollins, Thelonius Monk, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane and Dizzy Gillespie. There are some fantastic performances and improvisations to enjoy.
‘Great, great playing ... I have never heard anyone play like this … Bill, when you read this, I have to take my hat off to you. This is great playing by any standard’.
Sir James Galway.
This CD also blew me away! Do order a copy.♫
Mercy
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The beauty of the sound, the clean technique, the joy and the elegance that sparkle in his playing (Il Corriere del Ticino - 1992).
Times of intensity, marked with brightness, romance, density and lyricism... all the qualities of this rigorous and inspired young artist (Journal de Geneve, 1992).
An artist of distinction, with an impressive technique... a warm and powerful sound... a superb interpretation, marked with generosity and passion (Gazette de Lausanne -
1993).
He identifies himself so with the piece that he continually seems to create it, thus giving a natural and living breath
(Winterthur - 1993).
Mozart wrote in his letters about his little taste for flute. If he had heard Emmanuel Pahud, he would have
ARTICLE: EMMANUEL PAHUD (Cont’d) certainly changed his mind. Pahud seems to make one with his instrument, as if it were an extension of his breath... His strong musical personality expresses itself with both modesty and confidence and carry along the other musicians (Bote vom Main - 1994).
A lot more than just the melody lines: a brilliant technique, a perfect breath, but
also the spiritual perception and penetration of the music. Emmanuel Pahud already belongs to the masters of his instrument
(Stuttgarter Nachrichten - 1994).
To fully appreciate the artistry of this fine musician, why not listen to some of his recordings. Emmanuel Pahud records exclusively for EMI Classics International, and his discography was awarded many of the most prestigious prizes, such as Gramophone of the Month, ‘Diapason d’Or’ of the Month and the Year, ‘Choc’ of the Monde de la Musique, Fono Forum, Soloist of the Year at the Victoires de la Musique ‘98, Music Geijutsu.
Mozart: Concerti with Abbado, Langlamet and
Berliner Philharmoniker (EMI).
Paris: French flute pieces with Éric Le Sage
(EMI).
Cantos y Danzas: Piazzolla Tangos with
Manuel Barrueco (EMI).
Joseph et Michael Haydn: Concert and
Scherzandi (EMI).
Mozart: Quartets for flute and strings with
Poppen, Schlichtig, Queyras (EMI).
Debussy, Ravel, Prokofiev: works and sonatas
for flute with Kovacevitch, Mørk, Karneusz
(EMI).
Flötenmusik: (MGB CD-6107, Zürich).
Into the Blue: a jazz collaboration with jazz
pianist Jacky Terrasson (EMI).
Fantasy - a Night at the Opera: virtuosic
operatic fantasies with the Rotterdam
Philharmonic Orchestra.♫
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2010 EISTEDDFOD PROGRAMME (Cont’d) Adjudicator: Alison Rosser Section F603, Grade 3 Flute Solo, 5-30 pm Section F606, Flute Solo 16 Years and Under, 6-20 pm Section F608, Grade 5 Flute Solo, 7-40 pm FINISH circa 8-40 pm SATURDAY AUGUST 14 Booking in commences, 8-30 am Adjudicator: Alison Rosser Section F601, Flute Solo 10 Years and Under, 9-00 am Section F602, Flute Solo 12 Years and Under, 9-40 am
Morning Tea, 10-50 am Section F600, Grade 2 Flute Solo, 11-05 am
The WOODWIND DIVISION follows from 12-15 pm Booking in commences, 5-00 pm Adjudicator: Peter Webb OAM Section F611, Open Flute Solo, 5-30 pm FINISH circa 7-00 pm SUNDAY AUGUST 15 Following BRASS DIVISION Booking in commences, 2-50 pm Adjudicator: Julia Grenfell Section F614, Flute Duet, Grade 5 and Over, 3-20 pm
Afternoon Tea, 4-35 pm Section F604, Flute Solo 14 Years and Under, 4-45 pm Section F609, Grade 6 Flute Solo, 5-55 pm FINISH circa 7-10 pm MONDAY AUGUST 16 Booking in commences, 3-00 pm Adjudicator: Lisa Gill Section F615, Piccolo Solo, 3-30 pm Section F617, Flute Study, Grades 5 to 8 Level, 4-30 pm Section F618, Unaccompanied Flute Solo, 5-10 pm Section F619, Orchestral Excerpts, Grades 6 to 8, 5-30 pm
Dinner Break, 5-45 pm Adjudicator: Peter Webb OAM Section F610, Grade 7 & 8 Flute Solo, 6-30 pm Finish circa 7-30 pm EISTEDDFOD CONCERTO Adjudicators: Rosanne Hammer and Josie Hawkes Venue: Pilgrim Church, 12 Flinders Street, Adelaide Heats: Sunday, August 8, 2 pm Final: Monday, August 9, 6-30 pm
Three flautists have entered. WIND AND STRING RECITALS Adjudicator: Josie Hawkes and Joanne Bones When: Saturday, August 21, 1-00 pm Venue: Salvation Army Citadel, 55 George Street, Norwood
Five flautists have entered.
COMING EVENTS LIBRARY
The Flute Society Library is housed in Elizabeth Koch’s
room (LG 14) at the Elder School of Music.
There is a large selection of sheet music, flute ensemble music (duets, trios, quartets and quintets), magazines,
books and cassettes. Elizabeth may be contacted
during office hours on 8303-5343 or e-mail
[email protected] to arrange a time for
borrowing.
♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠♠ A young child says to his
mother, ‘Mom, when I grow up
I think I’d like to be a
musician’.
She replies, ‘Well dear, you
know you can’t do both!’
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BUY AND SELL
For sale:
De Ford flute Thinwall silver body, silver-plated keys, closed hole, C
foot, with case cover. Recently serviced.
$1,500 o.n.o. Contact Robert Brown,
Ph. 8431-0452, e-mail
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2010 EISTEDDFOD PROGRAMME (Cont’d) SPECIAL AWARD WINNERS’ CONCERT When: Monday, September 6, 7-30 pm Venue: Rosefield Uniting Church, 2 Carlton Street, Highgate Admission: Adult, $10; Members/Seniors/Students, $8; Children under 16 free
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FLUTE ENSEMBLE The South Australian Flute Ensemble is looking for new members. When: Fortnightly on Mondays at 7-45 pm
(Jul 5 & 19, Aug 2, 16 & 30, Sep 13 & 27, Oct 11 & 25, Nov 8 & 22, Dec 6)
Venue: The Mitcham Community Centre
corner Belair Road and Grange Road, Lower Mitcham
Playing level: From 4th Grade to Masters and range in age from 18 to 86.
Contact: Caroline Weatherstone, Ph. 7123-8154 or 0401-176-230.
THE FLUTE SOCIETY PROGRAM ON 5MBS –
presented by Robert Brown The Flute Society Program is broadcast on Monday evenings at 7 pm and repeated (from August) on the following Saturday mornings at 9 am. 5MBS is located at 99.9 on the FM Band.
Monday, August 9/Saturday, August 14,
Music for Piccolo, including recordings by Jean-Louis Beaumardier, Danielle Eden, Patrick Healey and Peter Verhoyen, playing music by Eugène Damaré, Willard Elliot, Cecilia McDowell, Mike Mower, Wouter Lenaerts, Yves Bondues and Wilfried Westerlinck.
Monday, October 11/Saturday, October 16,
Concerto and Jazz, including Fred Jonny Berg’s Flute Concerto performed by Emily Beynon, and tracks from Bill McBirnie’s CD Mercy.
Monday, December 13/Saturday, December 18,
Music for the Christmas Season, including Elizabeth Koch and Suzanne Handel playing Christmas classics, the Cambridge Buskers and much more!
The theme music used for the Flute Society Program is Rimsky-Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumblebee, played by Sir James Galway, flute, with Hiro Fujikake, synthesizer.
AUSTRALIAN FLUTE FESTIVAL When: October 1-3, 2011, Where: Canberra School of Music, ANU, Canberra Director: David Leviston, [email protected] Director/Co-ordinator: Lyndie Leviston, [email protected], Ph. (02) 8006-5345, mobile
0424-504-104
Post: 140 Sailors Bay Road, Northbridge, NSW 2063. Website: http://www.australianflutefestival.com
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ARTICLES: EMMANUEL PAHUD
lent a special natural lighting to the night. This program included the premier of the work commissioned by Alison Rossser, Miserere, written by young South Australian composer, Nathan Royle. The second of our performances here was to be in an outdoors area in the civic square beside the Cathedral. Unfortunately the weather threatened and the event was moved indoors, into the magnificent Christchurch Cathedral. We were delighted to be playing inside
the Cathedral instead of outside. It is a beautiful place and it certainly gave our flutes some lovely resonances. A roving crowd of tourists visiting the Cathedral and those who regularly come to the performances made up a very appreciative audience. The whole trip was superbly planned and organised by Kerryn Schofield, and we thank her for all her efforts on our behalf. New Zealand is an energetic and vibrant country, with a large appreciation of the arts in all forms. The trip was one we will all remember for many years. ♫
Emmanuel Pahud
RECENT EVENTS: ELIZA TONES FLUTE ENSEMBLE TOUR TO NEW ZEALAND (Cont’d)
by Linda Pirie Named ‘Instrumentalist of the Year 1997’ at the prestigious Victoires de la Musique award ceremony in Paris, Emmanuel Pahud is widely regarded as one of the finest flautists of his generation. Of French and Swiss descent, Emmanuel Pahud was born in Geneva on January 27, 1970. He started to study music at the age of six. He graduated in 1990 with the Premier Prix from the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris, after which he continued his studies with Aurèle Nicolet. His other teachers included François Binet, Michel Moinil, Carlos Bruneel, Peter-Lukas Graf, Michel Debost, Alain Marion, Pierre-Yves Artaud and Christian Lardé. Emmanuel Pahud won First Prize in many major International Music Competitions such as Duino in 1988 and Kobe in 1989, and won eight out of the twelve special prizes at the Concours de Genève in 1992. He took the Soloists Prize in the World-wide French-speaking Community Radio Awards, and the European Council’s Juventus Prize. He is also a laureate of the Yehudi Menuhin Foundation and of the International Tribune for Musicians of UNESCO. Emmanuel Pahud was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2009 by Ambassador Bernard de Montferrand for his contribution to French music.
At the age of 22, Emmanuel Pahud was appointed Principal Flute of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra under Claudio Abbado. He previously held the same position with the Basel Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra.
Emmanuel Pahud gives frequent recitals and concerts in Europe, Japan and America. He has played as soloist with such famous orchestras as the Berlin Philharmonic, Berlin Radio Symphony, Stuttgart Radio Symphony, Suisse Romande, Zurich Tonhalle, Tokyo Symphony, Yomiuri Nippon Symphony, Osaka Century, London Symphony, Belgian National, Liege Philharmonic, Dutch Radio and Australian Chamber. Emmanuel Pahud has made recordings and performed with pianist Éric Le Sage throughout his career. His repertoire extends from baroque to contemporary music.
Here is what some critics have to say about Emmanuel Pahud’s flute playing:
His technique and his musicality
have revealed an unusual confidence, the dynamism and the sensibility of a true musician
(Le Soir - 1985). A playing full of contrasts... an amazingly wide sound
(Basler Zeitung - 1991).
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RECENT EVENTS: ELIZA TONES FLUTE ENSEMBLE TOUR TO NEW ZEALAND
by Julie Todd
In April this year a group of eight South Australian flautists, under the leadership of Alison Rosser and Kerryn Schofield, went on a goodwill tour of New Zealand. Some of our contacts were made at the Australian Flute Festival and later refreshed by Kerryn during her research when setting up our trip. The first group we visited are students of Clair Penny, who has a thriving teaching practice in Kerikeri in the north region of the North Island. A group of approximately twenty-five young people gathered for a day of activities. These included a mini-masterclass with Catherine Kammermann, ensemble playing with Kerryn, conducting in her own inspiring style, and a posture and tone session with Alison, who had us all standing taller and sounding better. Kerryn and I played a concert featuring our low flutes, to demonstrate their unique sounds. During the ensemble session, all the students were given the chance to try the larger instruments. Kerryn’s contra-bass flute stole the limelight, with lines of students and teachers alike queuing for a photo playing it. The whole group of freshly enthused students played an amazing concert for parents at the end of the day. The fun of playing in a flute choir has certainly been established in Kerikeri. The adults adjourned to the ‘Black Olive’ restaurant to properly celebrate a good day of flute fun. A gap of three days before our next booking in Wellington gave us all a chance to do some sightseeing. We all went our separate ways and took in the sites of an amazing and spectacular country. The thermal wonders of Rotorua and the Art Deco city of Napier were popular destinations. We reconvened in Wellington for the three day Flute School, organised by Rochelle Eastwood. As guests this time we ran various sessions in the program. Rosie Carr ran a class on Jazz playing and improvisation. Posture and Tone with Alison had the same amazing results. A Teachers’ Forum with Sally Eads, Catherine and Kerryn led to some interesting exchanges of ideas. The Low
Flutes demonstration again showed the rich variety of sound flutes can achieve. The young students again had the chance to play the larger flutes in their own ensemble session. Once again parents gathered and were delighted by the progress and enthusiasm of the young players. I’m sure there are some inspired young players in Wellington this year. Some members of the Wellington Flute Ensemble came along to make our acquaintance. It was a pleasure to chat to other flute players and hopefully they too will go back to their groups with some fresh ideas. Another three-day break between engagements gave us another chance to explore. We all made our various ways to Christchurch. A few of us coincided in a visit to Hanmer Springs and enjoyed the local thermal hot pools. There is also a great spa where a flute player can get those tired muscles revitalised with a massage. Others went to Queenstown to enjoy the white water experiences and the views from the gondola. They then had a pleasant drive north to meet us in Christchurch.
Christchurch, which is Adelaide’s sister city, is a beautiful city with a very English feel. Especially as the River Avon flows through it with punts gliding by. There are colonial buildings to view from the river and trams doing the tourist circuit. The Sister City Committee and council staff staged a reception for us at the Council Offices. A spread of fine New Zealand food and wine were provided and a wide variety of Christchurch’s flute population came to welcome the Aussies. It was a great chance to discuss the directions and strengths of both our countries’ musical lives and to reminisce of times and people we had in common.
We were invited to perform at the art gallery Te Puna O Waiwhetu for an early evening atrium concert. The acoustics in the atrium were so good that visitors on every floor in the gallery were able to enjoy the music. A large crowd of people came along and heard our varied program whilst the metal sculpture beside us rotated seemingly in time to our music. A spectacular sunset glowed through the glass walls of the front of the building and
Young flute students at Kerikeri
Eliza Tones at Civic Ceremony
Eliza Tones performing
Music: A complex
organisation of sounds
that is set down by the
composer, incorrectly
interpreted by the
conductor, who is
ignored by the
musicians, the result of
which is ignored by the
audience.
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DAVID CUBBIN MEMORIAL FUND 2011
Grants are available to assist young Australian flautists attend a Flute Festival or Flute Event during 2011. Please send a letter requesting financial assistance to David Cubbin Memorial Fund, C/- Robert Brown, PO Box 3228, Norwood, SA 5067 by Monday, May 9, 2011. Please include your contact information - postal address, telephone number, e-mail address. Applicants are required to provide a supporting letter from their teacher.
ABRSM Last dates for exam entry in 2010: Practical (Grade, Jazz, Practical Musicianship and Diploma) is Friday, July 23. Music Theory (Grade) is Monday, September 6. The next Professional Development Workshop is scheduled later this year.
Please contact our international representative, Anastasia, on 0423-282-589 for more information.
CONCERTS Send your concert dates to the Editor for inclusion in this section.
Recitals Australia Wednesday Lunch Hour Concerts 2010
Where: Pilgrim Church, 12 Flinders Street, Adelaide
When: 12-10 pm and 1-10 pm
Admission: Adults: $5, Concession: $4. Tickets at the door.
Enquiries: Recitals Australia, Ph. 8266-4936. See http://www.recitalsaustralia.org.au/ for more information.
Elder Hall Lunch Hour Concert Series
When: 1-10 pm Admission: $7
Friday, October 8, Satyr’s Band, Music from the 16th and 17th Centuries, Andreas Böhlen, Recorder; Amy Power, Recorder, Shawm, Baroque Oboe; Lisa Goldberg, Dulcien, Bassoon; Takashi Watanabe, Harpsichord, Organ.
See www.adelaide.edu.au/events/concert/lunch/ for more information.
Mitcham Orchestra When: Sunday, October 17, 2-00 pm Where: Colonel Light Gardens Uniting Church,
560 Goodwood Road, Daw Park (corner Aver Avenue) Admission: $10
SIR JAMES GALWAY TO VISIT AUSTRALIA It is twenty years since renowned Irish flautist Sir James Galway toured Australia with The Chieftains. He has recorded over sixty albums and sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Sir James will be presenting a concert of classical, popular and Irish favourites at the Adelaide Festival Theatre on Wednesday, December 1 at 8 pm. Bookings can be made at BASS, Ph. 131-246 or visit http://www.bass.net.au/events/database/SIRJAMESGALWAY2010/
Sir James Galway
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RECENT EVENTS: ADULT AMATEURS FLUTE AFTERNOON
When: Sunday, May 2
Venue: Unley Uniting Church, SW corner
Unley Road and Edmund Avenue,
Unley
Director: Kerryn Schofield
What a wonderful opportunity to join other
adult learners to play flute together! I
certainly don’t want to be a soloist, and it
was fun to have others to play with in an
understanding and non-judgmental arena. I
have participated in similar afternoons with
the children, but it was less threatening and
more satisfying to be in a similar position to
other adults! Different abilities seem to be
catered for, with enough challenge to make
it interesting for everyone. Thanks to the
Society for facilitating a lovely afternoon –
Kerryn conducts
Concentration
Assembled company
can we do it again, please?!
Cathy McMahon
A large group of flutes, accompanied by
their friendly owners, a fantastic venue
with lofty ceilings to hold our melodies,
a thoughtful selection of music, well
organised and cheerfully conducted, all
building to a crescendo of scones, tea and
conversation. Everyone involved in the
Adult Amateurs Flute Afternoon seemed
to enjoy the event. Thanks to the
organising team for their considerable
efforts. The sound of so many flutes
together and knowing that we all
contributed to that sound was quite a
special experience. Cath Caon♫
Booking in
Bottles
Watch me!
RECENT EVENTS:
When: Sunday, May 23 Venue: Rosefield Uniting Church, 2-6
Carlton St, Highgate Directed by Pauline Michelson, Karen Fletcher, Annie Oates, Linda Pirie
On Sunday I went to the Flute Fun
Day of 2010. There were some very
funky hats and the colours stood
out. We played in groups and
played lots of fun games. At the end of the whole day all the parents
came to watch a great concert by
us. Three people won prizes and
my friend Amelia was one of them.
The highlight of the day, for me,
was all of the great songs played. Amanda Reid (age 11)
On Sunday May 23 I had a Flute Fun Day. First we did some notes all together then we went into groups. I was in the green group. I had a green star on my name tag. My teacher was really nice and had a tiny green hat. We played Harry Potter, Get Ready and Cop Chase. I was on the top line and I played the kazoo in When The Saints Go Marching In. We practiced really hard on our flutes and then we played some really fun games. Then we had a break with scrumdiddlyunptious food and green cordial. At the end all the parents came in and we played our concert. I didn’t make any mistakes in Get Ready. We finished
with Ode To Joy on the bottles. It sounded so, so cool. I won a massive Kit Kat for coming first for my fancy hat, which I made with musical notes on it. I felt proud and really good for myself. Everyone clapped us for our lovely music. Thank you to the teachers. It was so much fun I can’t wait till next year!!!! Clara Mussell (age 7)
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RECENT EVENTS: CAROLYN WHITE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Held: Saturday, June 19, Colonel Light Gardens Uniting Church
Adjudicator: Guila Tiver First Prize: Aleksandra Olekalns Second Prize: Keira Simmons Hon. Mention: Emily Squires Set Piece: Legend: Helen Stowasser Aleksandra Olekalns attends Pembroke School, where she plays in the Pembroke Symphony Orchestra and Concert Band. Her flute teacher is Elizabeth Koch OAM. Aleksandra has won a number of awards at the Adelaide Eistedfodd, including 3rd Prize in the 10 Years and Under Flute Solo, Honorary Mention in the Grade 2 & 3 Flute Solo, 3rd Prize in the Grade 4 Flute Solo, 3rd Prize in the Flute Duet, Grade 4 and Under with Alice
Campbell, 2nd Prize in the 14 Years and Under Flute Solo, 2nd Prize in the Grade 6 Flute Solo and 1st Prize in the Flute Duet, Grade 5 and Above with Alice Campbell. Keira Simmons goes to St Johns Grammar School at Belair, where her flute teacher is Pauline Michelson. Keira plays in the Flute Ensemble and Trio and the Year 12 Ensemble. She also plays the Piano and sings in the SATB Choir and Senior Vocal Ensemble, and is a member of the Australian Girls Choir. Keira has won several awards at the Adelaide Eistedfodd, including 1st Prize in 12 Years and Under Flute Solo, 3rd Prize in 14 Years and Under Flute Solo, 2nd Prize in Grade 6 Flute Solo, Honorary Mention in Piccolo Solo and 2nd Prize in Grade 4 and Under Flute Duet with Hannah Rappensberg.
In the foyer
Afternoon Tea
Emily Squires is a student at St Leonards Primary School. Her flute teacher is Maria Foot. Emily plays in the Flutes of Fleurieu, Hub Concert Band and in the Primary Schools Music Festival Orchestra. She also plays the Piccolo and French
Horn. ♫
2010 Scholarship winners: Emily Squires, Keira Simmons, Guila Tiver, Aleksandra Olekalns
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