Elena Yárritu Summer Master Class 2008
West Valley College, Saratoga, California
Fine Arts Building next to the Theater

Proudly co-sponsored by West Valley Music, Gemstone Musical instruments & Sankyo Flutes

July 20-26, 2008

This intensive summer master class for high school and college age advanced students of the flute will include daily master classes by master teacher Elena Yárritu featuring guest artists Isabelle Chapuis-Starr and Tersa Orozco-Petersen, and John Randal Hawkins, collaborative piano & chamber music.

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COURSE
This unique course will focus on the standard flute repertoire. A secondary class will focus on the study and execution of orchestral excerpts including the exposition of Mozart Concerto in G. In addition to these two areas, a career development workshop will be offered for students to create their biography, resume, curriculum vitae and other career supporting material. A final discussion panel on career development will take place after the final master class where students can ask questions, brainstorm and create goals for their short term and long term careers.

REPERTOIRE
Participating students must prepare two contrasting pieces, and 2-4 orchestral excerpts including the exposition of Mozart's Concerto in G first movement. All pieces must be performance-ready. Class repertoire will include Doppler Fantasy, Poulenc Sonata, Nielsen Concerto, Jolivet Chant de linos, Foss Three American Pieces and Mower Concerto for Flute and Band. For a complete list please go to www.elenayarritu.com/repertoire.

LOCATION
Located on the west side of Silicon Valley, nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, West Valley College is the ideal location for summer music study. The music department is fully equipped with practice rooms and lecture halls each furnished with beautiful Steinway pianos.

APPLICATION
No more than 12 students will be accepted in to the class. This year, the class will be invitation only. If you are interested in participating please email Elena Yárritu. Prospective students may be asked for a high quality recording of their playing or a teacher's recommendation.

* Experienced intermediate level students are welcome to inquire about participation.