Birthday of Jean-Louis Tulou (1786 - 1865) Jean-Louis Tulou was a seminal French flutist and composer, renowned for his contributions to flute pedagogy and performance during the Romantic era. Early […]
Paul Taffanel (1844 - 1908) Paul Taffanel was a pioneering French flutist, conductor, and composer, widely regarded as the founder of the modern French school of flute playing. Early Life and Musical Education Claude-Paul Taffanel was born on September 16, 1844, in Bordeaux, France. He is often hailed as the father of the modern French […]
The XII International Flute Competition “Severino Gazzelloni” 2025 The XII International Flute Competition “Severino Gazzelloni” returns in 2025, providing flutists and piccolo players from around the globe an opportunity to […]
Jacques-Martin Hotteterre (1673 - 1763) Jacques-Martin Hotteterre was a pioneering French musician and instrument maker, acclaimed for his significant contributions to the development of the Baroque flute and woodwind music. Early Life and Musical Heritage Born on September 29, 1673, in Paris, Jacques-Martin Hotteterre hailed from a family renowned for their expertise in woodwind instrument […]
Masashi Miyazawa founded Miyazawa Flutes on October 1, 1969 Miyazawa Flutes is renowned for blending traditional craftsmanship with advanced technology to create high-quality, innovative instruments favored by professional flutists worldwide. Masashi Miyazawa, a renowned flutemaker, established Miyazawa Flutes in 1969 to craft superior instruments that seamlessly blend traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. Early Life and […]
Lady Jeanne Galway, b. October 8, 1955 Lady Jeanne Galway is an esteemed American flutist renowned for her solo performances and educational contributions to the flute community. Early Life and Musical Training Lady Jeanne Galway, an acclaimed flutist, hails from a musically enriched background that set the foundation for her illustrious career. Born in New […]
The Premiere of Joaquín Rodrigo's Concierto pastoral Joaquín Rodrigo's Concierto pastoral is one of the most celebrated flute concertos of the 20th century, embodying the spirit of Spanish music through […]
21st International Friedrich Kuhlau Flute Competition About the Competition This prestigious biennial event honors the legacy of German-Danish composer Friedrich Kuhlau, born in Uelzen in 1786. It has gained international […]
Premiere of Nielsen Flute Concerto on October 21, 1926 Carl Nielsen's Flute Concerto, composed in 1926, is celebrated for its distinctive blend of modernism and lyrical charm, showcasing intricate dialogues […]
Maxence Larrieu, b. October 27, 1934 Maxence Larrieu is a renowned French flutist known for his pivotal role in advancing the French flute school and his extensive international performing and […]
