NYSMF Special Programs
International Flute Institute

Session III (July 25 - August 7, 2010)

NYSMF is proud to introduce one of the most challenging, advanced, and exciting instrumental programs ever to be offered at any summer festival -- the NYSMF INTERNATIONAL FLUTE INSTITUTE.

Offered exclusively for only two weeks (Session III: Jul 26-Aug 8, 2009) at the New York Summer Music Festival, the International Flute Institute is a brand-new program open to truly outstanding flute students from all around the world.

It is a chance of a lifetime to work 1-on-1, every single day, with many of the world's finest flute performers, teachers, and composers.

NYSMF IFI FACULTY 2009

Six extraordinarily talented musical artists will join you at the NYSMF IFI this summer. All have credentials that circle the globe, from their training on multiple continents to their performances in virtually every major city on the planet. For their complete (and impressive!) bios, please click their names below

BONNIE BOKYUNG KIM, IFI Director
GERGLEY MARK BODOKY, Solo Principal flute,Berlin Deutsche Symphony Orchestra
LINDA CHESIS, Woodwind Chair & Flute faculty, Manhattan School of Music; Founder & Artistic Director, Cooperstown Chamber Music Festival
DR. MYUNG-JOO AHN, Solo Principal Flute, Korean Broadcast Symphony Orchestra
YOUNG-MEE KIM, Former Solo Principal Flute, Korean Broadcast Symphony Orchestra
KEIKO NAGAYAMA, Associate Professor of Flute, The Osaka University, Japan
CONOR NELSON Oklahoma State University

ADVANCED MUSICAL AND PERSONAL GOALS

The goals of the NYSMF IFI will more than challenge even the world's finest young flutists. Successful applicants to the program will enjoy:

Advanced standards and levels of achievement
A wonderful opportunity to work with top international artists from around the world
Daily Private Lessons and Master Classes
Opportunities to perform in NYSMF's regular Ensembles and Classes
Unique cultural and musical exchanges among participating students

HIGHLY LIMITED ENROLLMENT

A maximum of TWENTY TOP FLUTE STUDENTS will be accepted into the NYSMF IFI. There are no age requirements, but students must submit an audition tape to apply for this program.

CHALLENGING DAILY SCHEDULE

Students in the NYSMF IFI will look forward to a highly intense fortnight of musical studies. Among the features offered are:

Daily Private Lessons
Daily Master Classes
Daily Ensemble/Chamber Music Rehearsal
Daily Orchestra Rehearsal
Performances on the NYSMF Concert Schedule
Selected Distinguished Students from the course will have an opportunity to perform with the NYSMF Orchestras
Special Performance at the world-renowned Cooperstown Chamber Music Festival
Certificate of Achievement signed by the Flute Institute faculty
Special Lecture on the topic of "Studying Music Abroad"
Included in this Special Lecture will be tips on how to prepare for the interviews and general information on opportunities and features of studying abroad.
Daily Practical English Classes for International Students

In addition, NYSMF IFI students will have the opportunity to participate in the more than 50 performing ensembles and classes offered daily in the regular NYSMF program. This will help the students to improve their musical spirits in wide range.

TUITION AND FEES

The tuition cost of attending the NYSMF IFI is $1,400 (US), in addition to all regular NYSMF tuition and fees. Tuition includes the following exclusive IFI activities:

Six (6) Private Lessons
Daily IFI Master Classes & Ensembles
Exclusive NYSMF IFI Flute Choir Performances at both NYSMF and the Cooperstown Chamber Music Festival
Master Class with Visiting Artist TBA (audition required)
Opportunities to participate in all other NYSMF ensembles and classes

REGISTER FOR THE NYSMF IFI TODAY

To register for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to truly advance your abilities as a flutist:

Download the regular NYSMF Application Forms, complete and return them along with the $75 Application Fee
Include a note that you are applying for the NYSMF INTERNATIONAL FLUTE INSTITUTE, and send this to our regular address:
NYSMF • PO Box 947 • Oneonta, NY 13820
Prepare an audition CD:

Include two contrasting movements (one slow, one fast) from any standard flute concerto that clearly demonstrates your advanced level of playing. Alternatively, you may use any two contrasting flute pieces.
Send your audition CD to:
Bonnie Kim • Director, NYSMF IFI
1410 Buckingham Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23508
Alternatively, you may email your audition as an MP3, Quicktime, or Windows Media Player file to ifi@nysmf.org.

May 15, 2010 is NYSMF's regular application deadline. Applications received after this date are accepted, but must include all payment in full. Spots in the NYSMF IFI cannot be guaranteed after this date.

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