Flutes du Soleil | English speaking Flute Course in French Alps | 24-30 July 2022 |
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​A FRIENDLY AND INCLUSIVE COURSE FOR ALL AGES

COURSE

10 YEARS OF THE FLUTES DU SOLEIL WAY

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We believe in learning through fun and enjoyment - Flutes du Soleil is now celebrating its 10-year anniversary, and has been making a mark as an alternative to the many high-pressure elite-level flute courses and weekends available.
Flutes and wellbeing

​Flute Classes & Workshops

High up in the mountains, where the air is fresher and thinner, is a perfect place to develop your playing stamina and breathing. We tailor the teaching to the ambitions of those on the course, but will usually include workshops covering:
  • Technique
  • Breathing
  • Ensemble coaching
  • Tone development
  • Musical interpretation
French villages on our flute course

​Performances

During the week, we perform two concerts.  A warm up rehearsal concert on the terrace of the course chalet, followed by the final performance to an appreciative audience at the Auberge du Croix mountaintop restaurant, where owner Gisele makes sure we are very welcome and well-fed!
Flute playing in the mountains

​Afternoon Activities

Flutes du Soleil is part holiday, part flute course, so we also arrange afternoon activities.  In the past these have included:
  • Visit to the market in a nearby village
  • Swimming in the outdoor pool
  • Ski-lift to Grand-Bornand
  • Alpine walks
Yoga for flautists

​Wellbeing

Fresh air and a fresh mind. Take some time away from rush hours and social media (though we do have Wifi!), eat well, and make new friends. We start each morning with an optional yoga session to wake you up gently, followed by a slow-paced breakfast before flute sessions begin for the day.
Learn the alto and bass flute on our course

​Ensemble Playing 

Throughout the week there are lots of opportunities to form smaller ensembles and learn new pieces together.  We have plenty of music of all standards, but if there is something you want to learn, bring it along with you.

The ensembles will be mentored, and you will have the opportunity to perform in the final concert. You will also have the chance to try your hand at the Alto and Bass flutes too.
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Individual Lesson

Each person gets a 30 minute individual lesson to help you focus on your playing goals and work on any areas that may need development.
European flute course

​Evening Activities

Every evening after dinner, we have fun activities to help the group work together and bond:
  • Tutors' concert
  • Quiz night
  • Film night
  • Talent show (nothing serious!)
French food

​​Food and drink

Start off the day with a healthy breakfast of freshly-made bread from the local village bakery, preserves, cereals, yoghurt, fruit, coffee and tea.  Lunch will be buffet-style, and include light options such as salads, local cheeses and meats.

We will be serving a home-cooked meal with wine in the evenings - please let us know if you have any dietary requirements and we will be happy to cater for you. 

Typical Course schedule

Flute course for all ages
Day 1

Check in from 3pm
Guests staying with us in the course chalet can arrive anytime after 3pm on this day, though if you book our recommended flights all guests can share transfers from Geneva airport and arrive together.

Once everyone has arrived, join us for a glass of fizz on the chalet's balcony overlooking the vast mountain range, followed by a welcome dinner.




Days 2 - 6

The typical daily schedule is below, though this will vary each day to fit around activities and performances:

09.00 - Yoga for flautists (optional)
09.30 - Breakfast
10.30 - Flute warmups and technique
11.45 - Coffee break
12.00 - Ensemble playing
13.00 - Buffet-style lunch
14.00 - Afternoon activities/free time
16.30 - Coffee break
17.00 - Flute workshop
18.00 - Individual lesson / guided practice
19.00 - Evening meal
20.30 - Evening activities
Day 7
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Check out by 12pm
Join us for breakfast and final farewells before heading off for flights, or onward travels. If your flight is not until later in the day, you are welcome to leave any luggage with us whilst you explore the village or mountains.
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