When:

October 25, 2008

Where:

Exeter Union High School Theater -Click Here for Directions
505 Rocky Hill Dr.
Exeter, CA 93221

Class Time:

10 am - 5:00 pm

Performance Time:

Fee/Performing Participant

$185

Fee/Auditor:

$50

Deadline for Application and fee:

September 15, 2008 - Please send your completed application and payment to the address below. Click Here to Apply

* All those interested in playing for John Barcellona should submit a short work or movement of a work for flute. Auditors are welcome.

Contact Information

Contact us via Mail:
Mrs. Sandra Harris
P.O. Box 3326
Visalia, CA 93278 USA
Ph: (559) 782-3104
e-mail: TracyHarrisFlute@Yahoo.com

Class Accompanist:

Svetlana Rudikova Harris-Piano

There will be a short performance by John Barcellona and Tracy Harris at the end of the class, and participant certificates will be awarded to the performers in the class.

The class is being hosted by Yamaha Performing Artist Tracy Harris in conjunction with Wyndfall Conservatory with assistance from LeBlanc Consulting.

About Dr. John Barcellona, "The Flute Doctor"
Professional Recording Artist and Professor of Flute,
Muramatsu Performing Artist

Dr. JOHN BARCELLONA is Professor of Flute and Director of Woodwind Studies at California State University Long Beach, and flutist with the internationally acclaimed Westwood Wind Quintet (recordings on Columbia, Crystal and WIM labels). The Quintet is currently recording the 24 complete wind quintets by Anton Reicha – a 12 CD set on Crystal. He has recently recorded a CD of Chrisopher Caliendo’s trio music with the Caliendo Trio:Christopher Caliendo-guitar and Ian Flatt-cello.

            An active freelance musician in southern California, he has played Principal Flute with the Pacific Symphony and many international ballet companies. His solo album, Is this the way to Carnegie Hall? (with Calvin Smith – horn) was nominated to the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences for a Grammy award. John is a former member of the Moyse Duo with pianist, Louis Moyse. He has been a Muramatsu Performing Artist for over 25 years.

            He has written a regular column in Flute Talk magazine entitled, “The Flute Doctor”. This is the first time the magazine has run a complete flute pedagogy series of articles.

            John Barcellona received his Bachelor of Music from the Hartt School of Music, Master of Arts from California State University Long Beach, and Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Southern California.

With Yamaha Performing Artists and Clinicians Tracy Harris, Mary Karen Clardy, & Jim Walker

Three Rivers Flute Master Class 2008

Class Information

Located at the breath taking St. Anthony's Retreat in Three Rivers Ca, USA, this three day master class will be held from July 24 through July 26, 2008 and will feature master classes with Yamaha Performing Artists and Clinicians Tracy Harris, Mary-Karen Clardy and Jim Walker, with world renowned guest accompanist Svetlana Rudikova. The class will also include orchestral excerpt classes, performance practice classes, flute choir, ensemble practice, flute and harp classes, intonation, tone and vibrato classes and much more all offered in a nurturing, supportive environment. The class also includes a final gala concert which will be televised live. Yamaha prizes will be awarded at the end of the class and all performers will be awarded class perticipant certificates. Private lessons with both artists will be available during the class. The class is open to intermediate through professional level players and auditors are most welcome. For more information and an application please log onto www.TracyHarrisFlute.com

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Flute Clinics With Tracy Harris

Tracy’s flute clinics are offered to students of all ages and abilities. All clinics are presented in a comfortable atmosphere of camaraderie and support. Tracy’s clinics are not only informative but a great deal of fun injected into the class whenever possible. Tracy combines a comforting, warm environment with a clear analytical approach which results in an environment conducive to optimal learning.

All necessary fundamentals are covered in Tracy’s clinics with a daily routine outlined for each student. Ms. Harris believes that each student is a unique individual and places emphasis on the well-being of each participant enabling each student to reach his or her maximum potential.

Tracy’s clinics emphasize how to become a “complete flutist” by covering a wide range of elements such as; technique, tone production, intonation, stage presence, care and maintenance of the flute, the production of vibrato, interpretive techniques, productive practicing, how to pick a new flute, history of the flute, and much more.
Tracy Harris is a Yamaha Performing Artist and Clinician and is an active performer and teacher giving recital and concerto performances both as a solo artist and as a member of her award winning flute, harp and piano trio “Wyndfall”. Tracy teaches masterclasses and clinics throughout the United States and Canada. With twenty years of experience, Ms. Harris’ students have gone on to win prestigious competitions, scholarships and grants to many of the best universities and conservatories. Ms. Harris has former students in symphonies, wind ensembles, military bands, concert bands and chamber music ensembles. Tracy also conducts the highly acclaimed Wyndfall Flute Choir which performs to enthralled audiences throughout the year. Ms. Harris maintains a large private studio in Visalia, California and will be releasing her new CD soon.

1. All things flute! Tracy’s most popular clinic. This is a general flute clinic which touches on everything from tone production, to how to pick a new flute. Students will learn about a wide range of flute topics and are provided with a folio which contains handouts which include exercises the student can do at home which will help them improve tone quality, technique and intonation. Practicing techniques are also covered.

2. All things Tone and technique! This clinic focuses on tone production, intonation, vibrato, and shows in a clear and concise way how to create a better and bigger sound that is not only beautiful but in tune. Tone developing exercises are demonstrated as well as a methodical approach to developing solid intonation. Solving the vibrato mystery is also included. Students are provided with a folio that contains handouts which include tone development exercises the student can do at home. Good technique is simply a matter of careful progressive work. The many elements that create good technique are discussed and demonstrated with an outline of progressive steps offered to each student in order to ensure the development of solid technique.

3. All things performance! Having good tone and technique and a solid command over your music are important elements when giving a performance, but all your hard work can be lost if your stage presence is not at its best. Elements that combine to create a warm, dynamic and exciting stage presence are demonstrated and discussed. Interpretive tools are also presented.

4. Orchestral Excerpt Master Class – for the aspiring orchestral flutist. Excerpts are discussed in detail including orchestral audition do’s and don’ts. The New York Philharmonic’s “Top Fifty” most requested excerpts on auditions are reviewed. All class participants perform excerpts of their own choosing.

5. The Solo Flutist Master Class – for advanced players who are actively pursuing a career as a solo flute performer. All aspects of performance are covered in depth as well as repertoire review. Competitions are also discussed. All class participants will be given a chance to play performing a selection from the solo literature.

"I never thought I would understand the mysteries of developing good tone and intonation until attending Tracy's clinic. Her innovative teaching techniques made it all seem so simple and I saw immediate results. I can't believe I can now actually play a high "C" in tune!! "

"I was so nervous when I walked in the door for Tracy's clinic. I was overwhelmed at the idea of having to play in front of a bunch of flutists, but Tracy's sense of humor and support put us all at ease and before long we were all laughing and learning together"

"Developing good technique is so essential, but since I never had the benefit of a private instructor I thought I would never figure it out.  Tracy showed me how simple it was to develop good practice habits and showed me a progressive, straightforward way to develop better technique.  Now I actually appreciate the importance of scales!"

"So many times, I have attended flute clinics that just addressed issues related to professionals despite the fact that they said it was for all levels, so I would leave frustrated and discouraged.  Tracy was a refreshing change including elements important to all flutists at all playing levels.  I left feeling inspired and ready to work."

"Tracy's flute clinic covered everything! She gave me information about tone, technique, intonation, stage presence, and the list goes on and on. I even learned how to clean my flute properly, which was something I had never even thought of!"

For More Information, please contact The Wyndfall Conservatory
E-mail: TracyHarrisFlute@Yahoo.com

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With Yamaha Performing Artists and Clinicians
Tracy Harris, Mary Karen Clardy, & Jim Walker

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