This flute making
workshop is being offered by Marty Lisonbee of
Native Echo Flutes. Marty will provide flute blanks
that will accommodate making a flute in the key
of A, G or F# or F. You may also opt to build an E or D flute for an extra $25. The E has a 1" bore and the D a 1 1/8" bore. These
flute blanks feature a solid piece of wood, line
bored to maintain a single piece flute body. Then
your flute blank's basic shape is turned on a
lathe, providing...near perfect symmetry and wall
thickness, important elements of building a high
quality flute. Then Marty will share with you
techniques of constructing a flute that will provide
you a clean, clear sound with good volume. A basic
Cedar blank is included in the tuition, but this
year participants can also opt to upgrade ...
to a premium wood ... with burned inlay, turquoise inlace inlay or real turquoise inlay.
Also learn and create a natural edge on the end of your flute.
These premium blanks
will be available on a first come, first serve
basis. The addition payment for these blanks will
be made at the workshop. At the end of this workshop,
participants will take home a high quality flute
at a fraction of the price of buying one, not
to mention the skills needed to make your next
flute. This year an additional instructor will also be available to assist students with questions and assistance. Class size is limited to 20 participants.
Rhythm is a cornerstone of all music. Combining rhythm with the Native Flute creates incredibly powerful and magical music.
Join Clint and Vera for an exploration of basic rhythms and how to easily combine them with your flute playing. In this session we will cover:
* Basic Heartbeat and core rhythms
* Accessing you Inner Groove
* Styles for Flute-And-Rhythm Duets
* Clave Rhythms
* Use of sound textures and small percussion instruments
* Simple song forms that always work - Call and Response, Solo Ostinato, Solo Drone.
This is a hands-on class, with participants playing on both the percussion and rhythm sides in duets and trios.
Clint Goss Bio, Manifest Spirit Recording Artist Clint began playing the clarinet 30 years ago. His encounter with
a Native American flute made by Kai Mayberger of White Raven Drums
re-connected him with music. In 1997, Clint and his wife Vera traveled
to Zimbabwe on a technical assistance project, and were infused with
the music that is ever-present in that culture. The musical landscape
broadened and Clint began jamming on the African Kalimba. Since then,
Clint and Vera have undertaken extended projects and trips in Calcutta,
Tokyo, Zimbabwe, Bulgaria, Namibia, South Africa, Moscow, Kenya, Egypt,
Jordan, and China. Each trip has widened the musical universe and
brought more sounds into the mix.
Infused with the core philosophy of improvisation from the Native
Flute culture, Clint connected with the Music for People organization
led by Grammy nominee David Darling. He has studied music facilitation
with them for the past three years, and plans to complete the full
four-year Music Leadership Program in June 2007.
In addition to Native American Flutes, Clint now performs on Indian Bansuri,
African Kalimba, Slovakian Fujara, Indian Shruti box and Tamboura, Swiss Hang,
and a variety of world percussion instruments including African Djembe and Udu.
His improvised performances weave rhythms and melodies from many musical
heritages to create music that is deeply respectful of the cultures that created
the instruments he plays.
Clint's first commercial CD release, SpiritGrass, with Eric Miller was released
in September 2006.
Sacred Breath, Our Connection To All Life...The first step on the flute journey
By Vince Chafin
Friday 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
In our hurried lives, we often forget to do the one thing that can have the greatest benefit to our physical, emotional and spiritual health: Breathing........ Breathing with Intention helps you to relax and reduces stress, improves your skin tone and helps you sleep better.
By playing the flute, we breathe through our instrument bringing healing to the world, and in turn, health and healing to ourselves. Join us as we begin this Sacred Journey.....
Bridging The Gap - Intermediate To Advanced Level Players' Workshop By Jan Seiden
Friday 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
“Bridging the Gap” is designed to help Native American flute players of various backgrounds and playing proficiencies learn solid technique and creative approaches to playing. Participants gain tools to help you move beyond blocks to playing at higher levels. This workshop helps players achieve a more elegant way of playing through a better understanding of how to integrate your spiritual expression with the practical mechanics of flute playing.
Take your playing to a new level by learning the technique behind the techniques! What makes some people sound so much better than others? There is often something intangible but very present. Strengthen your playing with those elusive fundamental concepts that make us wonder why some players sound so good. Learn how to create effect with tonguing, breath control and fingering techniques. By incorporating elements of “sacred breath” into your playing we begin to hear the synergistic expression of spiritual connection with elegant technique.
Build your confidence playing in front of others through building confidence in yourself. It all begins with your relationship with the flute and yourself.
Is an “intermediate level” class right for you? In a way, we are always intermediate players – playing between how we played a moment ago and how we will play in the next moment. We are always learning new techniques and refining the ones we’ve been introduced to. This workshop is designed to help players reach their next level – it provides the technique and approach intermediate to your next higher level of playing.
Each day is a day to celebrate through song!
Recommended flutes: A or E minor, although any flute will do.
Suggested foundation: comfortable familiarity with the flute and basic pentatonic minor scale, playing basic songs. Passion for playing. No requirement for any fancy playing!
Jan Seiden
Bridging The Gap - Intermediate To Advanced Level Players' Workshop
Connecting To Your Personal Inspiration With The Native Flute By Robert Mirabal
Friday 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Join 2 time Grammy winner Robert Mirabal for a workshop on Connecting To You Personal Inspiration With The Native Flute. All skill levels of flute players are welcome. Robert Mirabal will guide the class on a journey of personal inspiration to help everyone learn how to make a connection to yourself and your music. Robert's native roots and style will make this a memorable class for all those who attend.
Robert Mirabal
Connecting To Your Personal Inspiration With The Native Flute
Join me for a wonderful way to embrace the morning or a rejuvenating afternoon break as you support learning through this ancient opening of the body and the breath.
Our class will include gentle stretching and asana(posture) to open the body; breath work to build lung capacity and control; and relaxation to place one in the most optimal alignment for learning and play.
Hatha Yoga is a more than 6,000 year old system which supports and builds health in the dimensions of body, mind, and spirit. This practice supports the necessary qualities for flute playing of a steady breath moving from a balanced and relaxed body and focused mind.
Open to all ages
Appropriate for all levels
Please bring a towel or mat
Bio:
Michelle is certified in Hatha, Kripalu, Anusara, Kundalini, cardiac/cancer and therapeutic yoga. She is also a certified foot reflexologist, Reiki Master, therapeutic touch practitioner and seated chair massage therapist. She teaches Tai Chi Chih, infant massage, and various workshops on many aspects of wholistic health, meditation and relaxation.
Learning The Bansuri or Transverse Flute By Cornell Kinderknecht
Friday 2:00 am - 4:00 pm
This workshop focuses mainly on the bansuri flute of North India but is also applicable for other transverse/cross-blown flutes. We’ll explore the traditional uses of the bansuri as well as how to incorporate it with western instruments and the Native flute. We'll work on sound production, tone quality, and techniques to develop playing skills and breath control. This class is especially useful for those who play the Native flute and would like to develop skills on bansuri and other transverse flutes.
In this fun filled class we will learn the basic fingerings, breath control and correct embouchure that will set you on the right path!
Vince Chafin
Beginner Flute Playing
$50.00
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Drum Circle
Open To Everyone - Bring your drum and your friends!
Free
Park Area
Night Sky Reading By John Dumas
Saturday 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm
The night sky has enchanted those who have looked
upon its majesty since time immemorial. We invite
you to stay after the concert to learn about the
stars and planets. With John's background as a
shamanic astrologer and experiences at many sacred
sites around the world, he relates the story of
the ancient Maya and decodes the significance
of the year 2012 when a rare galactic alignment
occurs. All this makes for an inspiring and informative
tour of the zodiac as we explore our connection
to the principle, "As above, so below."
John Dumas
Night Sky Reading
$15.00
Online registrations are closed. All workshops have available space in them. Register for this event in person at the information booth.
Private Flute Playing Lessons By Vince Chafin, William Hoshal, Jan Seiden, Suzanne Teng, Scott August, Clint Goss, Robert Mirabal
On Going Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Take advantage of one on one instructions from one of the many recording artist attending this year. Signup at the registration booth and choose your personal time slot and instructor.
Learn how to work with leather and craft your very own flute bag. Under the guidance of Gail Black, each class participant will learn the finer points of working with leather and learn how to combine color and textures to create a unique one of a kind flute bag that will be the envy of everyone who see's it. Gail is a talented leather artist with years of experience working with all types of leather. Below is an example of Gail's work.
Join me for a wonderful way to embrace the morning or a rejuvenating afternoon break as you support learning through this ancient opening of the body and the breath.
Our class will include gentle stretching and asana(posture) to open the body; breath work to build lung capacity and control; and relaxation to place one in the most optimal alignment for learning and play.
Hatha Yoga is a more than 6,000 year old system which supports and builds health in the dimensions of body, mind, and spirit. This practice supports the necessary qualities for flute playing of a steady breath moving from a balanced and relaxed body and focused mind.
Open to all ages
Appropriate for all levels
Please bring a towel or mat
Bio:
Michelle is certified in Hatha, Kripalu, Anusara, Kundalini, cardiac/cancer and therapeutic yoga. She is also a certified foot reflexologist, Reiki Master, therapeutic touch practitioner and seated chair massage therapist. She teaches Tai Chi Chih, infant massage, and various workshops on many aspects of wholistic health, meditation and relaxation.
Come and learn the simple and easy ‘How to’ of the Native Flute with one of the best instructors of the native flute. Odell Borg of ‘High Spirits Flutes’ is a master flute maker as well as innovator in introducing people across the country to the pleasure of the playing the native flute.
Sound Healing Ceremony With The Native American Flute By Vince Chafin
Saturday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
We know how this magical instrument makes us feel when we play it, with intention and direction, we can use the power our heart and the sound of the flute to bring that magical healing to others. Tapping in to our own intuitive knowing, stepping out of our ego, trusting and allowing our soul to be played, we can call forth the healing power of the universe and offer it to the world....
Vince Chafin
Sound Healing Ceremony With The Native American Flute
Advanced scales, tone production, vibrato, practice techniques, etc...
This workshop will expose the students to extended scales, ideas about producing and utilizing vibrato, and exploring the subtlies and varieties of tonal expression.
For anyone wishing to travel further into the world of music and the Native American flute this 2-½ hour hands-on session will introduce you to a method and formula for creating Jazz sounds and playing in the style of some of the Jazz greats!… Jazz is fun and inspirational and attending this class will definitely add an exciting dimension to your flute playing. All instruction will be presented in an easy to follow format, plus there will be a brief review of basics.
Pre-requisites on your part include some understanding of pitch and duration as well as being somewhat familiar with Nakai Tablature. We will be using an “A minor” flute during Class. If you do not have one, loaners will be available. Any questions about whether or not this class is for you call me at 888-884-9604.
Brigitte Lopez, award winning gourd artist of fourteen years, will teach students how to make Native women dolls out of gourds, her dolls retail for $95.00 and up. Brigitte will teach how to incorporate a variety of painting techniques, clay faces, and embellishments. She will also discuss gourd cleaning methods, safety, and the endless ways a gourd can be made into a work of art. She will be displaying her gourds at the show as well.
Learn some straightforward, practical approaches to writing complete songs, using the riffs and phrases that you love on your flute.
We will begin with some techniques that inspire new musical riffs and phrases. Participants will develop their own phrases, and then learn ways to build those phrases into complete songs that take the listener on a journey. Each participant will write down their song on easy-to-write finger diagrams (provided), so that they can recall it and play it later.
We will explore some classic song forms, that can be used when playing with others in ensembles, and learn some jazz structures that always work.
This is a hands-on class, with participants playing both in solo and ensembles - Bring any key of flute.
Private Flute Playing Lessons By Vince Chafin, William Hoshal, Jan Seiden, Suzanne Teng, Scott August, Clint Goss
On Going Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Take advantage of one on one instructions from one of the many recording artist attending this year. Signup at the registration booth and choose your personal time slot and instructor.
Join me for a wonderful way to embrace the morning or a rejuvenating afternoon break as you support learning through this ancient opening of the body and the breath.
Our class will include gentle stretching and asana(posture) to open the body; breath work to build lung capacity and control; and relaxation to place one in the most optimal alignment for learning and play.
Hatha Yoga is a more than 6,000 year old system which supports and builds health in the dimensions of body, mind, and spirit. This practice supports the necessary qualities for flute playing of a steady breath moving from a balanced and relaxed body and focused mind.
Open to all ages
Appropriate for all levels
Please bring a towel or mat
Bio:
Michelle is certified in Hatha, Kripalu, Anusara, Kundalini, cardiac/cancer and therapeutic yoga. She is also a certified foot reflexologist, Reiki Master, therapeutic touch practitioner and seated chair massage therapist. She teaches Tai Chi Chih, infant massage, and various workshops on many aspects of wholistic health, meditation and relaxation.
Playing From The Heart - Discovering Your Songs By Vince Chafin
Sunday 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Is your playing in a rut? Are you playing the same old songs and patters over and over? Or are you a new player wondering what to play?....Well…Inspiration is all around Us…Light, Love and Desire are within. In this “Playshop” our Hearts will be our guide as we allow them to teach us; how to Listen to what we See, how to Feel what we Hear, and how to Play from our Heart….
The Drone Flute is a rewarding instrument in that it produces a full & multi leveled voice. In this workshop we will explore intermediate techniques that address not only the Double flute but Triple and Single flute play as well. Some of the topics that will be covered are review of finger & breath techniques, composition, alternate fingerings, playing styles, playing with others and creating songs.
World Flutes & Drums Workshop By Suzanne Teng & Gilbert Levy
Sunday 10:00 am - 11:30 am
A lecture/demonstration format where Suzanne will introduce over 20 flutes and wind instruments from around the world including the Chinese hulusi, dizi and bawu, the Turkish ney and zurna, the Egyptian mijwiz, the Indonesian suling and many more. With Gilbert Levy and his world drums, they will share their knowledge of the instruments and their musical scales/rhythms/styles, perform original and traditional pieces on the instruments and share stories of their personal and professional journey as award-winning world music artists.
Cornell’s flute player’s master class is a workshop favorite. In this variation, students who are interested in playing for the class are encouraged to present short prepared pieces that they would like help to develop or fine-tune. We’ll work on constructive ways to extend technique and look at how to get the most out of our music through phrasing, breath control, and other tools. This workshop is highly interactive and is very educational to those who are playing for the class and to those who are observing. There is no requirement to play for the class. Open discussion is encouraged. Cornell’s expertise gives plenty of hands-on learning opportunity while his light-hearted approach puts students at ease.
Using rhythmic motifs to teach players how to improvise and construct
coherent melodies. Based on William’s 20 year career as a Jazz professional, this class combines his personal experiences with his studies with Chuck Marohnic and Dennis Sandoli.
Gilbert and Suzanne will lead the group in a participatory drum/music circle. A fun and inspiring experience that introduces the group to new rhythms and musical textures. The circle stimulates creativity as the players come up with their own rhythms and discover the beauty of collaboration as they learn to play within an ensemble. Everyone gets to express themselves in solos and the flute players can interweave their playing into the circle in ensemble and solo playing.
Chairs/seating will be required and participants should bring their own drums and flutes.
All levels and ages welcome.
Suzanne Teng (M.Mus.) has been teaching music for over 30 years. She has taught all ages and levels, from pre-schoolers to college students and adults. She has developed innovative world music programs at public and private schools, presents assemblies to schools, has maintained a private teaching studio for decades, and gives workshops and clinics around the world. She is an endorsed artist for YAMAHA. www.suzanneteng.com and www.worldmusicjourneys.com.
Private Flute Playing Lessons By Vince Chafin, William Hoshal, Jan Seiden, Suzanne Teng, Scott August, Clint Goss
On Going Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Take advantage of one on one instructions from one of the many recording artist attending this year. Signup at the registration booth and choose your personal time slot and instructor.
