Friedrich Ludwig Dülon (14 August 1768 – 7 July 1826) was one of the most prominent and celebrated flute virtuosos of the Classical era, recognized as one of the first flutists to be considered gifted on the Western concert flute.By the age of 40, he had amassed a repertoire of over 300 concerts.Christian Friedrich Daniel […]
Johann Joachim Quantz (1697 – 1773) Johann Joachim Quantz was a seminal German flutist, composer, and flute maker, celebrated for his substantial contributions to the development of the flute and its music during the Baroque era. Early Life and Musical Foundations Johann Joachim Quantz was born in 1697 in Oberscheden, near Göttingen, Germany. His early […]
Leonardo De Lorenzo (August 29, 1875 – July 29, 1962) Leonardo De Lorenzo was an Italian virtuoso flutist, composer and music educator. Early Life and Education Born in Viggiano, Potenza, De Lorenzo began playing the flute at the age of 8 and later attended the Music Conservatory “San Pietro a Majella” in Naples. At 16, […]
Louis Moyse (August 14, 1912 – July 30, 2007) Louis Moyse is revered in the world of flute music for his profound impact as a performer, educator, and composer. Early Life and Musical Training Louis Moyse was a French flute player and composer, renowned for his extensive contributions to flute music. Born in Scheveningen, Netherlands, […]
