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FLUTE FAIR
with guest artist
Amy Porter
Admission: Free for RAFA members; $10 general public
Bring your flute and join in the fun of learning together;
the day's events include masterclasses, workshops, exhibits, and concerts!
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| All-District Solo Workshops for Students
The November 14 Flute Fair will include workshops for middle school and high school students to prepare their All-District band solos. Students interested in performing in the afternoon class (1:45 to 2:45 p.m.) should sign up by contacting the persons listed below. Performance slots for each class will be filled on a first-contacted, first-served basis. Other than having current membership in RAFA, there is no cost to the students to perform in these classes. Students who prefer to come and learn by observing and listening are also welcome!
Middle School: Handel, Siciliana & Giga (Concert & Contest Collection, page 15) Contact Anna Ludwig Wilson at annalw44@gmail.com or 919-451-4941 High School: Quantz, Concerto in G, 3rd movement Contact Mary Mitchell at marymitchell7@gmail.com or 919-676-1400
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 Raleigh Flute Choir
Fall Concert
Sunday, October 25
8:00 pm
Carswell Recital Hall
Meredith College
Admission Fee: Donations appreciated
Raleigh Flute Choir, a chamber ensemble of nine professional flutists from the Triangle area, will present a diverse concert of standard transcriptions such as Mozart's "Andante in f minor" and "St. Louis Rag" to original compositions like Matt Doran's "Flute Septet" and Stephen Lias' "Melange of Neumes." Members of Meredith College and Silver Fantasy Flute Choir will join the ensemble in a performance of "Oh, the Places We'll See," a 2009 composition featuring folk melodies from France, Ireland and the United States.
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| Review & Contest
More than 140 flutists from North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia will converge on Highland United Methodist Church on Sunday afternoon, November 1 to participate in RAFA's 25th annual Review and Contest. Each participant will perform two solos for written evaluation and an opportunity to receive cash awards. Coordinator Lauren Robbins-Pollack is currently assigning specific performance times for everyone. Teachers and adult participants will be contacted shortly with the afternoon's schedule. Teachers are then responsible for sharing this information with their students. Please remember that only original music is acceptable (no copies are permitted). Also remember to provide an extra original for the judges. Also mark your calendar for the Contest Winners' Recital on Friday, November 13, 7:30 p.m. (also at Highland United Methodist Church). This recital is open to the public at no admission cost. Refreshments will be served after the recital. Review and Contest questions can be directed to Lauren Robbins-Pollack at (919) 557-2272 or density21.5@earthlink.net |
Second Winds
Sunday, October 25
2:00 p.m.
St. Philip Lutheran Church
The Second Winds will meet on Sunday, October 25th at 2:00 p.m. at St. Philip Lutheran Church at 7304 Falls of the Neuse Rd. Adult amateur flutists, join us! Practice playing for others in this informal, supportive group of (usually) five to ten people. At this meeting we can play any piece we wish. If you would prefer just to listen, that's fine, too!
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Solo/Ensemble Fest
Saturday, March 20 (2010)
2:00 to 6:00 p.m.
RAFA's 6th annual Solo/Ensemble Fest is now confirmed for Saturday, March 20, 2010 at Meredith College's Wainwright Music Building. Flutists of all ages (students and adults) are invited to participate in the graded repertoire examinations by preparing music from the provided repertoire list.
Participants can choose to register for the event as a solo performer and/or as a small ensemble (duet/trio/quartet). Awards are given based on excellence of performance. Registration forms, rules, and repertoire list are now available online. Details
Questions about Solo/Ensemble Fest can be directed to coordinator Anne Dyke at annedyke@aol.com or 919-755-2267. |
Review of September's Piccolo Event
RAFA's 2009-2010 season opened on a high note (quite literally!) with a piccolo concert/class with guest musicians Erinn Frechette (piccolo) and Emily Jarrell Urbanek (piano) on September 27. The polished and eclectic program introduced audience members to interesting new compositions by Ken Benshoof and Thea Musgrave, in addition to the more standard repertoire by Vivaldi and Genin. Proving that the piccolo can, indeed, by played with impeccable intonation and soaring musicality, Ms. Frechette later shared some of her piccolo secrets as she coached local performers and fielded questions from class participants.
Whether or not you were able to attend the event, you might be interested in purchasing Erinn's recommended piccolo music and accessories, which will be available for sale in the exhibit room at the November 14th Flute Fair.
Performing in the piccolo masterclass were (pictured L to R): Michelle Dunn, (Erinn Frechette), Ayla Goktan and Brandon Allen.
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 Flute Talk
RAFA group rate is $7 per year!
RAFA has a group subscription to Flute Talk, an informative magazine for flutists of all ages. Current subscribers and new subscribers are asked to contact Rosene Rohrer at 919-781-3225 or by e-mail at drohrer123@pobox.com) with your name and address by November 15 to be included in the incredibly low group rate of $7 (for 10 issues).
RAFA's group subscription coincides with the calendar year, with the new subscription beginning with the January 2010 issue. Each issue will be mailed directly to you, and you will be billed directly as well.
Subscription sign-up and sample copies of Flute Talk will be available in the Exhibit Room at the November 14 Flute Fair.
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| Welcome to the newly formatted "Tune In". My name is Michelle and I am excited to be working with the RAFA staff and board members in bringing you the flute news of our community.
I am also responsible for the RAFA print publications (programs, flyers, brochures, etc.), as well as joint responsibilites with web technologist, Preston Dunn, for the RAFA and Raleigh Flute Choir websites. Much thanks to Twila Kelly for her guidance in these responsibilites.
For mor information about me please feel free to visit
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Great Events Coming Soon!
October 18 RAFA Silver Winds
11:00 a.m.
St. Philip Lutheran Church
7304 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh
The choir will play before and during the worship service.
October 25
Raleigh Flute Choir concert
with members from the RAFA Silver Fantasy Choir
and Meredith College flutists
8:00 p.m.
Carswell Recital Hall
Meredith College
November 1 RAFA Review & Contest
2:00 - 6:00 pm
Highland United Methodist Church
1901 Ridge Rd, Raleigh
November 13
RAFA Contest Winners' Recital
7:30 pm
Highland United Methodist Church
1901 Ridge Rd, Raleigh
November 14
RAFA FLUTE FAIR
With guest artist Amy Porter
9:00 am to 5:15 pm
Highland United Methodist Church
1901 Ridge Rd, Raleigh
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Renew Your RAFA Membership
Now to Stay in the Loop
All RAFA memberships expired on June 30. Renew your membership to stay connected and informed by sending in the membership application and dues ($15 students, $25 adults). Since 1985, RAFA has established itself as one of the most successful and active flute associations across the country, and it is all because of your participation and involvement. We are excited about the upcoming season and look forward to several fabulous opportunities to learn and share the great art of flute playing!
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