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AUSTIN PEAY STATE UNIVERSITY
PRESENTS
THE WILLIAM BENNETT SUMMER FLUTE ACADEMY
June 23 - 30, 2013

 THE WILLIAM BENNETT SUMMER FLUTE ACADEMY at Austin Peay State University is a week-long, intensive flute course which emphasizes “singing” the music through the flute by utilizing principals such as a beautiful tone, nuances in colors and expression, and understanding of line and phrasing to create a musically satisfying performance.  During daily masterclasses, Wibb’s inspirational teaching and enthusiasm for the flute will help students realize their musical artistry. 

 The course is open to professional flutists, teachers, students and amateurs.  Those wishing to performer should submit an audition CD.  See below for additional information.  Auditors are invited to participate in warm-ups and technique classes as well as recitals.

 WILLIAM BENNETT
British flutist William Bennett is one of the foremost musical artists
performing today.  He has raised the profile of the flute to that of an instrument capable of a wide range of tonal colors, dynamics, and expression, giving it the depth, dignity, and grandeur of the voice or a string instrument. He studied in London with Geoffrey Gilbert and in France with Jean-Pierre Rampal and Marcel Moyse. He has been principal flute in many orchestras including the London Symphony, the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, and the English Chamber Orchestra.  In January 1995 H.M. The Queen presented William Bennett with the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (O.B.E) for his distinguished Services to Music.

 CONCERT HALL   
Masterclasses and concerts at the William Bennett Summer Flute Academy take place in the acoustically superior concert hall which has been ranked as one of the nation’s top ten music venues by The Robb Report.  The concert hall also features a Bosendorfer Imperial Grand piano as well as a brand new Steinway piano and a fully customizable performance stage.