A rich program including HS competition, masterclasses, performances, workshops, and exhibits.
Featured Artists
Lorna McGhee: Newly appointed principal flute of the Boston Symphony Orchestra for the 2024-2025 season, known for her performances with major orchestras worldwide.
Other Notable Flutists: Sarah Brady, Ann Bobo, and Linda Toote, who will lead various sessions.
Festival Goals
Community Building: Fostering a vibrant community of flutists.
Professional Development: Offering numerous networking and learning opportunities.
Diverse Activities: Catering to both students and professionals with technical workshops and artistic performances.
Boston Conservatory at Berklee High School Flute Competition
In Partnership With Flutistry and the Boston Flute Festival
Boston Conservatory is excited to announce a solo flute competition for prospective undergraduate students, offering a grand prize of a full-tuition scholarship for the entire duration of their program.
Eligibility: High School Seniors
Grand Prize: Full-tuition scholarship to Boston Conservatory
Additional Prizes: To be announced by Flutistry
Repertoire:
First Round:
W. A. Mozart’s Concerto No. 1 in G Major, K313 (selected sections)
“Bostonian Scenes” by Valerie Coleman
Finals:
Candidate’s choice of repertoire for flute and piano (8–12 minutes)
“Bostonian Scenes” by Valerie Coleman
Rules:
Candidates must be eligible for undergraduate enrollment in Fall 2025.
Submit an online application and pre-screen video by September 1, 2024.
First-round results announced by September 15, 2024; finalists compete live at the Boston Flute Festival on October 12, 2024.
