March 2008        Volume 27, No. 7

Issue Highlights

The Varied Career of Amy Porter by Victoria Jicha. In the span of a mere 22 years, Porter has made a distinct impact on the flute community – as a soloist, orchestral player, competition winner, pedagogue, and recording artist. She brings a breath of fresh air with interpretations that can make even the most seasoned flutists sit up and take notice.”

The Art of Practicing Well by Patricia George.
In the past teachers said, “Practice,” and students did, learning through trial and error. George offers some ideas to make practice time more efficient.

Debussy’s Syrinx by Laura Ronai.
This in-depth exploration of “the emblematic modern flute solo piece of the 20th century” discusses where it came from, and what it portrays.

Teaching at a Small College by Mary Louise Poor.
Students at small colleges often arrive with limited musical backgrounds, making a traditional approach to flute study difficult. 

Let’s Talk Picc, Careers in Military Bands by Cynthia Ellis.
Two piccolo players in the United States Air Force Band share their experiences.

Confessions of a Flute Junkie by Leah Cessna.
“Today, my sons are older, and I have returned part-time to accounting. I am also on a list of local orchestras as a contract flutist and piccolo player, teach summer flute sectionals for the high school band, and have had some wonderful performance opportunities.”

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