6th Annual Inspiration and Praise Flute Master Class with
Tadeu Coelho
June 14-18, 2010
Second Presbyterian Church
105 River Street
Greenville, SC 29601
The master class is open to flutists from high school and above. Mr. Coelho's approach to flute is based on Gen. 2:7. He believes that God gave him a special talent with the flute and that it is possible not only to honor the Lord with our instruments and talents, but also to teach music and flute techniques through a Christian perspective.
"Your hearts will rejoice as when people go up with flutes to the mountain of the Lord, to the Rock of Israel." Isaiah 30:29
Master Class Topics:
How to keep your faith in today's world
Repertoire
Breathing
Articulation
Daily exercises, scales and more scales!
Audition Preparation
Orchestral excerpts
Stage Presence
Circular breathing
Lectures
Ensembles, and more.
Soli Deo Gloria
What Participants said about the 2009
Class:
“He [Tadeu Coelho] takes the individual’s gifts
and musical talents and gives instruction to bring out the
best flute player in you.”
“It was so fun to work with Kathy [Blocki] in the
flute choir setting. We learned so much from her as she is
so clear with instruction and her interpretation and
musicianship [are] so expressive.”
“The masterclass was so organized and interesting.
The environment is supportive, encouraging, and
uplifting.”
“Tadeu was fantastic, genius, funny - such a
blessing!”
“Her [Kathy’s] pedagogy workshops were great. I
also enjoyed playing in the flute choir.”
“Tadeu is terrific. He is able to bring
everyone’s level of playing up regardless of how
advanced they are.”
“[Esther’s lecture on extended technique] was
terrific. I learned a lot. We could tell she loves talking
about this subject.”
What Participants said about the 2008
Class:
"Wonderful! ... I loved the way that you addressed of how
we should expect more of ourselves because we want to give
the very best to our King."
"It is very
very
encouraging to
know of a professional flutist that loves the Lord and
worships Him through the flute."
"Super - very enthusiastic! helps everyone play better and
feel better - what a gift."
"There are no words that can describe how these [classes]
helped me, touched me, blessed me, enthused me, goaded me,
etc. He created in me a desire to work more toward
excellence and then give it to those who can give me back
nothing in return."
"I really enjoyed watching him work with everyone and using
scripture. This week has really opened my eyes to what God
has in store for me as a flutist saved by grace."
"He is such a gifted performer and communicator of his
musical ideas!!"
"A wealth of information - A soothing balm on the nerves of
life - New materials and ideas, well presented."
What
Participants said about the 2007 Class:
"Awsome. So entertaining and insightful."
"Wonderful energy and I learned something from every
session."
"Energetic, profound, knowledgeable, enlightening. Good
humor too!"
"His energy and enthusiasm are wonderful - so many perks to
share. He really gets everyone involved and included."
"Dr. Coelho was really awesome and extremely helpful while
he was teaching. I learned so much from him that I can't
even begin to describe all the stuff I learned. Simply
incredible."
"Such a gifted teacher; it is refreshing to experience his
unequaled ability to encourage and motivate."
What
Participants said about the 2006 Class:
"One of the best weeks of my life. I learned so much, met
great people, and was made aware of so many Biblical
applications to my flute playing."
"Excellent! So appreciate how he ties the Scripture and
flute playing. Such a wonderful opportunity. And what a
great sense of humor!"
"Love learning so much about music in this wonderful week."
"What a great range of diverse talented individuals all
coming together to learn and praise."
What Participants said about the 2005 Class:
"The Biblical applications to this class were so meaningful
and inspirational. I have never heard anything like it. I
hope many other Christian flute players will benefit from
these classes in the future."
"I have learned more at this master class than any other
arena I've been a part of. I love the application of
Scripture to everything Dr. Coelho taught. I have seen more
immediate results from his teaching than anything I've ever
attended."
"I thoroughly enjoyed the master class. Each of the classes
was wonderful, and I especially appreciated the focus on
the Lord and playing for His glory."
"Cannot say in words how much I learned...! Faith and music
together - how fantastic is that!!"
Assisting
Faculty:
Amanda
Barrett: Special
Topics.
She holds degrees in music education and performance.
Amanda Barrett is professor of flute at
Bob Jones
University.
Kathy
Blocki: Ensemble and
Selected Topics.
Producer of Great Beginnings
video, Ms.
Blocki's students have won many awards and competitions.
She holds a B.M. from Indiana University at Bloomington,
and M.M. from Arizona State University. She is an
educational clinician, designer of the Pneumo Pro Wind
Director, and author of the Blocki Flute Method.
Director:
Irna Priore
Irna Priore holds doctorate degrees in both flute
performance and music theory. She teaches music theory and
analysis at the
University of North Carolina at
Greensboro and has
written several articles about performance practice
issues.
Activities
8:30-8:45AM: Devotions
8:45-9:30AM: Warm-up
9:30-12:00: Master Class
12:00-1:00: Lunch (on your own)
2:00-5PM: Special Topics (ensembles, lectures,
demonstrations)
Evening Recital
Limited number of participants; Open to auditors
Costs:
$380 participant tuition plus application fee
$180 auditor tuition plus application fee
Daily auditor $60/day
Application
Fee until May 14, 2010: $80 (non-refundable)
Application
Fee after May 14, 2010: $100 (non-refundable)
Application Form
(Please fill
it out and click "Submit")