VIVA LA FLAUTA! ! - National Flute Association

Masterclass participants will be selected from audience
volunteers. A pianist is provided.
10:30 AM–11:20 PM PANEL DISCUSSION: MUSIC IN THE MILITARY
Isleta Flutists from the United States’ Premiere Bands present a
panel discussion on the “ins and outs” of life in a military
band. Hosted by Amanda Baker with Sharon Winton,
Sandra Tiemens, Stacy Newbraugh-Ascione, and
Luellyn Dollard.
10:30–11:45 AM FLUTE CHOIR READING SESSION #1: FLUTE
Ruidoso CHOIR GEMS: GETTING BACK TO OUR ROOTS
Linda Kirkpatrick conducts works by Boismortier, Tull,
McGinty, Boyce, and Hoover. Please bring your flute and
a music stand. All are welcome! Program on page 72.
10:45–11:10 AM EXHIBITOR SHOWCASE: FLUTASTICS AND
Zuni IMPROV CARDS
Introducing “Flutastics,” an extended technique workbook
that makes the new lexicon fun and natural.
Followed by “Improv Cards,” a game to unleash your
hidden creativity. Ellen Burr, presenter. Artisan Flute
Jewelry and More.
11:30–11:55 AM EXHIBITOR SHOWCASE: THE NEXT GENERATION
Zuni Experience a quick tour of exciting model introductions
within the Trevor James, Gemeinhardt, Brio! and Sankyo
Flutes—the flutes of Gemstone Musical Instruments.
Carolyn Manley, presenter. Gemstone Musical Instruments.
11:30 AM–12:00 PM SOUND-BYTE CONCERT #1
Picuris Sandra Tiemens, Wendy Stern, and Peggy Vagts perform
works by La Montaine, Schwantner, and Arrieu.
Program on page 73.
11:30 AM–12:20 PM LECTURE/PRESENTATION: THE NATIVE AMERICAN
Ballroom C FLUTE—PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE
R. Carlos Nakai and Kathleen Joyce-Grendahl discuss the
cultural and musical history and evolution of the Native
American flute.
11:30 AM–12:20 PM WORKSHOP: ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE FOR
Taos FLUTISTS
With Karen Dewig. An introduction for students, teachers
and performers. Increase your awareness and skill in how
you use yourself while playing (and not playing)!
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Thursday Schedule of Events