Join us for the 2025 Flute Fest this Fall
Date: September 20th, 2025
Time: 1:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Location: Northwest High School
Register Below!
All ages and abilities are welcome to join us (minimum 2 years playing suggested)
Even if you just enjoy listening, we would love to have you!
Now Offering New Classes!
Time Tested Tricks for Persnickety Piccolo Pitch Problems- Chastity Pawloski, Piccoloist, Wichita Symphony Orchestra
Does your band director tell you that your piccolo is out of tune? Chastity will share her tips and tricks to help you solve those persnickety piccolo pitch problems.
Toot Your Flute On Your Way to Improved Sight Reading- Amy Hoffman, Professor, Friends University
Sightread easy duets and trios together using a checklist of steps to boost this important skill!
Basics of the Blues?– Hannah Kavannaugh
Learn how to get started on improvising over a basic blues progression. Find out which jazz flutists to listen to, how to work on improvisation at home, and walk away knowing a bit of jazz lingo!
Introduction to Extended Techniques – Alaina Clarice, Professor, Wichita State University
Explore sonic possibilities through this survey of contemporary flute techniques, offering players a practical introduction to multiphonics, whistle tones, and more.
What is Tone Color—and How Can It Transform Your Playing?– Dr. Sarah Wessley
Have you ever wondered why some phrases speak more deeply to a listener? In this interactive 25-minute masterclass, Dr. Sarah Wessley will reveal how exploring different tone colors can add richness, contrast, and expressive depth to your music. Through guided, hands-on learning, you’ll experiment with different tonal shadings and discover how subtle changes in sound can completely transform your phrasing. You’ll leave with a set of practical exercises designed to expand your tonal palette—helping you bring greater nuance, emotion, and artistry to your playing.
District SCKMEA & State KMEA Honor Band Audition Preparation- Jennifer Kirk, SCKMEA Board Member and USD 259 Middle School Band Director
Join me as I share time tested strategies that will help as you prepare for your upcoming audition. Together we will gain valuable insight into what judges are looking for, and what steps you can take to help you stand apart from other flutists. Come prepared to participate or listen.
If you miss the early online registration deadline, no worries! In-person registration will be available on-site for $20 per flutist. Register online before September 17th, 2025 and save $5.
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