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tonebase Flute Course

Fauré

Fantaisie

Taught by renowned flutist

Ransom Wilson

In this course we explore the captivating melodies of Faure's Fantaisie for Flute and Piano with virtuoso flutist Ransom Wilson. We gain unique interpretive insights honed through Wilson's extensive training in France under the tutelage of Jean-Pierre Rampal.

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    Difficulty: 
    intermediate-advanced
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    Duration: 
    1
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     hour

Course Syllabus

I. Andantino

Ransom Wilson guides us through the poignant Andante section of Faure’s Fantaisie for Flute and Piano. Explore the nuances of interpreting French music, discover creative breathing choices for repetitive phrases, how to get those high and soft notes to speak easily, and so much more.

II. Allegro

Master the virtuosic and technically challenging Allegro section of Faure’s Fantaisie for Flute and Piano with expert guidance from Ransom Wilson. Discover essential strategies and techniques to navigate this intricate passage with ease and finesse.

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Ransom Wilson

Ransom Wilson is a world-renowned flute soloist and conductor known for his solo recordings and his former role as Professor of Flute at Yale University for 31 years. He is now the Music Director of the Redlands Symphony as well as the Professor of Orchestral Studies at the University of Alabama.

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