Georges Barrère (1876 - 1944) Georges Barrère was a transformative French-American flutist, influential in premiering pivotal 20th-century compositions and fostering the flute's evolution in classical music. Early Life and Background Georges Barrère was born in Bordeaux, France, on October 31, 1876. His early life was shaped by modest beginnings, as the son of a cabinetmaker, […]
Apply Now for the 2024-2025 James Pappoutsakis Flute CompetitionThe prestigious James Pappoutsakis Flute Competition is now accepting applications for its 2024-2025 season. This annual competition, open to talented flutists enrolled in select Boston-based music programs, offers participants the chance to compete for valuable prizes and recognition.Application Deadline: November 1, 2024Flutists interested in applying must submit […]
Registration opens for MTNA 2024-2025 Chamber Music Performance CompetitionThe Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 Chamber Music Performance Competition, featuring categories for strings and winds.Competition […]
Marcel Moyse (1889 - 1984) Marcel Moyse was a seminal French flutist and pedagogue, whose innovative techniques and expressive teaching significantly shaped modern flute playing worldwide. Early Life and Formative Years Marcel Moyse was born on May 17, 1889, in Saint-Amour, France. His early musical influence came from his family, particularly through an anecdote where […]
Flautissimo 2024Flautissimo returns in 2024 with its 26th edition, offering a dynamic two-day event dedicated to celebrating the artistry of the flute.Set to take place on November 9-10, Flautissimo 2024 […]
Premiere of Charles Griffes's Poem Charles Tomlinson Griffes' Poem for Flute and Orchestra, also known simply as Poem, is one of the most celebrated works in the American flute repertoire. […]
Theobald Böhm (1794-1881) Theobald Böhm was a German inventor and musician renowned for his pioneering work in the development of the modern Western concert flute. His contributions revolutionized the instrument, significantly enhancing its playability, tone quality, and technical capabilities. Early Life and Initial Career Theobald Boehm was born on April 9, 1794, in Munich, Bavaria, […]
The Premiere of Claude Debussy's Syrinx in 1913 Introduction to an Iconic Solo Flute Work Claude Debussy’s Syrinx is one of the most significant and frequently performed works in the […]
The Premiere of Arthur Honegger's Danse de la Chèvre Arthur Honegger’s Danse de la Chèvre (‘The Goat Dance’), composed in 1921, is a quintessential example of early 20th-century French flute […]
Birthday of Ernesto Köhler, flutist, composer, and pedagogue (1849–1907) Ernesto Köhler (1849–1907) was a renowned Italian flutist, composer, and pedagogue, celebrated for his significant contributions to flute technique, performance, and repertoire. Ernesto Köhler was a highly influential flutist, composer, and pedagogue of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Modena, Italy, he later […]
