BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Flute Almanac - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Flute Almanac X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://flutealmanac.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Flute Almanac REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Helsinki BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251027 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251028 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240729T205057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T205229Z UID:10000393-1761523200-1761609599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Maxence Larrieu DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-maxence-larrieu/2025-10-27/ LOCATION:October 27\, 1934\, Marseille\, France CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/larrieu-photo-bio.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251022 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240729T203810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T111511Z UID:10000388-1761004800-1761091199@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Premiere of Nielsen Flute Concerto DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/premiere-of-nielsen-flute-concerto/2025-10-21/ LOCATION:October 21\, 1926\, Paris\, France CATEGORIES:Premiere ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/VIP_Temp_File_image_repair_1729508991639.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240803T021342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T141345Z UID:10000501-1760832000-1761436799@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:The 21st International Friedrich Kuhlau Flute Competition DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/21st-international-friedrich-kuhlau-flute-competition/ LOCATION:International Friedrich Kuhlau Flute Competition\, Herzogenplatz 2\, Uelzen\, 29525\, Germany CATEGORIES:Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/3589209511.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240821T132049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T132239Z UID:10000600-1760659200-1760745599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Premiere of Joaquín Rodrigo's Concierto pastoral DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/premiere-of-joaquin-rodrigos-concierto-pastoral/2025-10-17/ LOCATION:October 17\, 1978\, Madrid\, Spain CATEGORIES:Premiere ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot_20240820_225817_eBay.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240729T191017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T082621Z UID:10000383-1759881600-1759967999@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Lady Jeanne Galway DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-lady-jeanne-galway/2025-10-08/ LOCATION:October 8\, 1955\, Long Island\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/11E58095FC3F4E8D84D4268E4FB158DE640.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240820T020803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T235355Z UID:10000560-1759276800-1759363199@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Masashi Miyazawa founded Miyazawa Flutes DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/masashi-miyazawa-founded-miyazawa-flutes/2025-10-01/ LOCATION:October 1\, 1969\, Tokyo\, Japan CATEGORIES:Anniversary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Miyazawa.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250930 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240729T185755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T082610Z UID:10000378-1759104000-1759190399@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Jacques-Martin Hotteterre DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-jacques-martin-hotteterre/2025-09-29/ LOCATION:September 29\, 1673\, Paris\, France CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Hotteterre.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240924T145408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T153645Z UID:10000636-1758499200-1759017599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:12th International Flute Competition “Severino Gazzelloni” 2025 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/12th-international-flute-competition-severino-gazzelloni-2025/ LOCATION:September 22-27\, 2025\, Sala Scarlatti\, Naples\, Italy CATEGORIES:Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Screenshot_20240924_113553_Samsung-Internet.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240729T182749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T182856Z UID:10000373-1757980800-1758067199@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Paul Taffanel DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-paul-taffanel/2025-09-16/ LOCATION:September 16\, 1844\, Bordeaux\, France CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/PaulTaffanel.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913 DTSTAMP:20260403T223706 CREATED:20240819T214636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T235422Z UID:10000548-1757635200-1757721599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Jean-Louis Tulou DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-jean-louis-tulou/2025-09-12/ LOCATION:September 12\, 1786\, Paris\, France CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Jean-Louis_Tulou_by_Henri_Grevedon.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T154654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T154957Z UID:10000338-1756425600-1756511999@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Leonardo De Lorenzo DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-leonardo-de-lorenzo/2025-08-29/ LOCATION:August 29\, 1875\, Viggiano\, Potenza\, Italy CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot_20240724_100042_Chrome.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240803T020731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T175326Z UID:10000502-1756425600-1757289599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:11th Kobe International Flute Competition DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/11th-kobe-international-flute-competition/ LOCATION:Kobe Bunka Hall\, Medium Hall\, 4-2-2 Kusunoki-cho\, Chuo-ku\, Kobe\, Hyogo\, Japan CATEGORIES:Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Screenshot_20240718_142743_Facebook.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250829 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240819T134316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T235454Z UID:10000521-1756339200-1756425599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Bohuslav Martinů died in 1959 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/bohuslav-martinu-died-in-1959/2025-08-28/ LOCATION:August 28\, 1959\, Liestal\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Deaths ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/02389752.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250819 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250820 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T174414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T174642Z UID:10000368-1755561600-1755647999@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of George Enescu DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-george-enescu/2025-08-19/ LOCATION:August 19\, 1881\, Liveni\, Romania CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Georges_Enesco_1930.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250816 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T173427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T173602Z UID:10000363-1755216000-1755302399@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Jacques Ibert DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-jacques-ibert/2025-08-15/ LOCATION:August 15\, 1890 – February 5\, 1962\, Paris\, France CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Jacques_Ibert.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T172153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T172431Z UID:10000358-1755158400-1755190800@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Friedrich Dülon DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-friedrich-dulon/2025-08-14/ LOCATION:August 14\, 1768\, Oranienburg\, Germany CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot_20240724_105536_Chrome.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T153607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T153856Z UID:10000333-1755129600-1755215999@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Louis Moyse DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-louis-moyse/2025-08-14/ LOCATION:August 14\, 1912\, Scheveningen\, Netherlands CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot_20240724_103822_Chrome.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250813 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250814 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240730T161510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T082148Z UID:10000496-1755043200-1755129599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Johann Christoph Denner DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-johann-christoph-denner/2025-08-13/ LOCATION:August 13\, 1655\, Leipzig\, Germany CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot_20240730_121232_Gallery.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250811 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T223635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T223747Z UID:10000419-1754784000-1754870399@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:First NFA Convention held in 1973 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/first-nfa-convention-held-in-1973/2025-08-10/ LOCATION:August 10\, 1973\, Anaheim\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Convention ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IMG_20220927_085357_533.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250811 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T170604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T170746Z UID:10000353-1754784000-1754870399@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Ian Anderson DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-ian-anderson/2025-08-10/ LOCATION:August 10\, 1947\, Dunfermline\, Scotland\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Jan-Andersen.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T164835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T165017Z UID:10000348-1754611200-1754697599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of André Jolivet DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-andre-jolivet/2025-08-08/ LOCATION:August 8\, 1905\, Paris\, France CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Andre_Jolivet_1930.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T135410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T135829Z UID:10000305-1754611200-1754697599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Cécile Chaminade DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-cecile-chaminade/2025-08-08/ LOCATION:August 8\, 1857\, Paris\, France CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Cecile_chaminade.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250803 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T150506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T150801Z UID:10000327-1754092800-1754179199@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Birthday of Jeanne Baxtresser DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/birthday-of-jeanne-baxtresser/2025-08-02/ LOCATION:August 2\, 1947\, Bethlehem\, PA\, United States CATEGORIES:Birthdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/darkblouse.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250731T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250731T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20250714T182828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T182828Z UID:10000650-1753988400-1753992000@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Adult Learner Series – Session 2: Midsummer Reflections with Lady Jeanne Galway DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/midsummer-flute-session-lady-jeanne-galway-july-2025/ LOCATION:Online (Galway Flute Academy) CATEGORIES:Online Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1000016684.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250731 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T144629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T151423Z UID:10000322-1753833600-1753919999@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Louis Moyse died in 2007 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/louis-moyse-died-in-2007/2025-07-30/ LOCATION:July 30\, 2007\, Montpelier\, VT\, United States CATEGORIES:Deaths ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot_20240729_111123_Gallery.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250730 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240729T142300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T154144Z UID:10000316-1753747200-1753833599@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Leonardo De Lorenzo died in 1962 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/leonardo-de-lorenzo-died-in-1962/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:July 29\, 1962\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Deaths ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Leonardo_De_Lorenzo_in_1913.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250729 DTSTAMP:20260403T223707 CREATED:20240819T024531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T235544Z UID:10000511-1753660800-1753747199@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Johann Sebastian Bach died in 1750 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/johann-sebastian-bach-died-in-1750/2025-07-28/ LOCATION:July 28\, 1750\, Leipzig\, Germany CATEGORIES:Deaths ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/B5N4USSGKYL7PL3NEAQBWEHIIQ.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250723 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250724 DTSTAMP:20260403T223708 CREATED:20240820T015548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T235404Z UID:10000542-1753228800-1753315199@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Jean-Louis Tulou died in 1865 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/jean-louis-tulou-died-in-1865/2025-07-23/ LOCATION:July 23\, 1865\, Nantes\, France CATEGORIES:Deaths ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image_carjat_cie_portrait_de_jea_ph57175_320421-scaled-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250717T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250717T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223708 CREATED:20250714T181650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T181959Z UID:10000649-1752778800-1752782400@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Adult Learner Series – Session 1: Let's March… with Lady Jeanne Galway DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/online-flute-class-march-lady-jeanne-galway-july-2025/ LOCATION:Online (Galway Flute Academy) CATEGORIES:Online Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1000016682.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250717 DTSTAMP:20260403T223708 CREATED:20240924T123815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T124029Z UID:10000628-1752624000-1752710399@flutealmanac.com SUMMARY:Premiere of Claude Bolling's Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma\, b. 1956Eva Kingma\, a pioneering flutemaker renowned for her innovative developments in low flutes and influential collaborations with leading musicians worldwide. Early Life and InfluencesBorn on May 15\, 1956\, into a family rich in artistic talent\, Eva Kingma’s path to becoming a renowned flutemaker seemed almost destined. Her father was a sculptor\, and her mother was a professional classical pianist and singer. This creative environment nurtured her early interest in music and craftsmanship. From the tender age of two\, Kingma was allowed to play with tools in her father’s workshop. Her initial musical passion was for the recorder\, inspired by the concerts of Frans Brüggen. She saved all her pocket money to buy his records\, immersing herself in the music. However\, her interest gradually shifted towards the wooden flute\, a transition influenced by her great uncle\, Dirk Kuiper\, who was the second flutist in the Concertgebouw Orchestra and a flutemaker. The Genesis of a Flutemaking CareerKingma’s fascination with flutes deepened during family visits to her great uncle’s workshop. Although initially hesitant to ask for a tour\, her curiosity eventually led her to experiment with the mechanics of her own flute\, even breaking it in the process. This mishap marked the beginning of her flutemaking journey when she called Kuiper for a repair. Impressed by her enthusiasm\, Kuiper hired her on October 8\, 1975. Kingma quickly progressed from producing silver-plated student flutes\, known as Kuiperflutes\, to crafting silver flutes\, alto flutes\, and white gold C flutes. Her hands-on experience and keen interest in the technical aspects of flutemaking laid a solid foundation for her future innovations. Innovations and Taking Over the Kuiper ShopIn 1981\, Kingma took over the Kuiper shop\, marking a significant milestone in her career. The mid-1980s saw Dutch flutist Jos Zwaanenburg requesting an open-hole alto flute\, an unusual instrument at the time. This project marked the beginning of a revolution in flutemaking. In 1987\, Kingma and her uncle developed an open-hole bass flute\, launching the now-famous Kingma System. She received a U.S. patent for this system and showcased it to Robert Dick\, who immediately ordered a second prototype and premiered it in Amsterdam. Expanding Horizons and Key CollaborationsKingma’s passion for low flutes deepened towards the end of the 1980s\, prompting her to move her shop to the north of Holland and specialize in this area. She collaborated with the pioneering flutemaker Albert Cooper on scales and headjoints\, leading to the development of bass\, contr’alto in G\, contra\, and subcontra flutes. In 1989\, Kingma visited notable flutemakers like Wm. S. Haynes and Verne Q. Powell and met Dana Sheridan and Bick Brannen. Her meeting with Brannen proved to be a pivotal moment in her career. They met again in 1992 at Cooper’s 70th birthday and started collaborating in 1993. This partnership led to the launch of the Brannen Kingma System C flute\, introduced at the 1994 NFA Convention by Kate Lukas and Anne La Berge. Subsequent projects included the first full Kingma System alto flute in 2014 and the Kingma and Brannen bass flute in 2015. Continued Innovations and LegacyFor the past 25 years\, Kingma has worked intensely with Swiss flutist Matthias Ziegler\, designing special flutes like the Hoover. In 2015\, she and Ziegler launched a flute festival in Grolloo\, her hometown in Holland\, featuring performances by Wissam Boustany and Ian Clarke. In 2007\, Kingma began collaborating with the Sankyo Company on the Kingma System\, and more recently\, Boston flutemaker Lev Levit has begun producing her flutes. Silversmith David Kerkhof joined Kingma’s shop in the early 2000s\, further enhancing the craftsmanship of her instruments. Kingma’s flutes are played by many renowned musicians\, including Emmanuel Pahud\, Wissam Boustany\, Jos Zwaanenburg\, Anne La Berge\, Dave Weiss\, Henri Threadgill\, Sir James Galway\, and Helen Bledsoe. Her instruments are also used by radio orchestras in Holland\, flute choirs\, Hollywood studios\, and the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. Eva Kingma’s journey from an early fascination with flutes to becoming a pioneering flutemaker is marked by significant collaborations and innovative developments in the field of low flutes. Her work has left an indelible mark on the world of flute music\, and her legacy continues to inspire flutists and flutemakers worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n « All Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Happy Birthday to Eva Kingma \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Categories: \n Birthdays \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tags: \n \n Eva Kingma\,\n\n flute maker\,\n\n Low flutes\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://kingmaflutes.com/wpfk/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 15\, 1956 \n \n \n \n\n\n Delft\,\n\n\n\n Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Birthday of Joachim Andersen \n\n\n \n \n Birthday of Marcel Moyse URL:https://flutealmanac.com/event/premiere-of-claude-bollings-suite-for-flute-and-jazz-piano-trio/2025-07-16/ LOCATION:July 16\, 1975\, France CATEGORIES:Premiere ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://flutealmanac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SuiteForFluteAndJazzPiano1.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR