The Flute Confidence series looks at specific repertoire, selected to enhance techniques such as breathing and sonority. This course, ‘Singing Flute’ will look at using your voice in your flute playing. Course tutor Elizabeth will share her expert knowledge in performing with added confidence.
ABILITY: CONFIDENT, SKILFUL
Resident: £572 Non-Resident: £435 (25% off for under 27s) Code: 26/306
Booking for Members opens at 9am on Tuesday 17 June.
Booking for Non-Members opens at 9am on Friday 11 July.
For details on how to become a Member to take advantage of early booking, see here.
This course runs from 5.30pm on Monday 2 February to 4pm on Thursday 5 February 2026.
What is the course about?
Led by expert tutor, Elizabeth Walker, you will enjoy exploring sonority, colours, expression, and techniques for developing your confidence. This course, ‘Singing Flute’ will put specific focus on using your voice in your playing.
Your course tutor, Elizabeth, will lead you in the exploration of a range of pieces that are both characterful and accessible. The set repertoire for this course is as follows:
Strauss songs arranged by Elizabeth Walker. https://www.justflutes.com/shop/product/four-songs-richard-strauss
Schubert Songs arranged by Böhm https://www.justflutes.com/shop/product/six-lieder-flute-piano-franz-schubert
Baroque Arias from ‘Vocalise’, arranged Walker https://www.justflutes.com/shop/product/vocalise-baroque-arias-flute-a-guided-collection-compilation
The ensemble pieces will include, ‘Thou Didst Blow’ by Handel, arr, Walker, and ‘The Banks of Green Willow’ arr. Orriss.
About Your Tutor
Elizabeth Walker has recorded the Flute Sonatas by J.S. Bach for Quartz Music and the Telemann 12 Fantasias “…if you like her sound as much as I do, you will want to listen to …Elizabeth’s recent recording of Telemann Fantasias… over and over again”. BRTISH FLUTE SOCIETY Journal – PAN
Elizabeth performs regularly with a number of orchestras, including the English Baroque Soloists, and has given solo recitals in festivals and conventions in Holland, Toronto, Chicago and Orlando, Switzerland and throughout the UK. She taught for thirteen years at the specialist music school in Wells and runs an annual flute course in Tuscany which offers tuition, masterclasses and chamber groups to talented young flautists and adults.
She has arranged and recorded music for flute and piano, including her highly successful ‘Four Strauss songs’, published at Alry Publications; and has written two award winning study books, ‘Baroque Flute Studies’ (Winner – Best Flute Method NFA 2015) and ‘Baroque Studies for Modern Flute’ (Winner – Best Flute Method NFA 2017), available from wonderfulwinds.com. Elizabeth is an artist for Pearl Flutes Europe.
Tutor website: www.lizwalker.co.uk
What will we cover?
This course will take a focus on using your voice in your flute playing, but basic flute techniques, breathing exercises, tonal colours, intonation, ensemble playing and performance tips will also be included.
What will we accomplish? By the end of this course you will be able to…
Play with confidence, musical style, and enhanced sonority.
What level is the course, and do I need any particular skills?
A recommended minimum Grade 6 on modern flute would be ideal.
How will the course be taught, and will any preparation be required?
This course will include a large or small flute ensemble every day, along with daily performances. Course attendees will also benefit from working alongside accompanist, Richard Shaw.
Course attendees should prepare one movement or more of the set repertoire, as detailed above, in addition to any other of their own choice repertoire pieces.
Will music be provided in advance of the course?
Participants are requested to download or own a copy of the music.
Is there anything I need to bring?
No
What previous participants said about the Adding Confidence in Flute Playing series...
"It was really magical. So inspiring and it really has helped with my confidence, breathing and sonority."