Ignite your passion
Floot Fire Austin
June 24-28, 2024
Vandegrift HS
9:30 am-4:30 pm (m-th), 9:30-7:15 (fr)
Hurry! Late registration begins June 3rd and the price increases.
Need-Based Scholarships Available!
Apply during the registration process.
Our Faculty
Our faculty includes a veritable list of who’s who in the flute world! Our faculty include orchestral players, college professors, private teachers and top notch band directors from across the Austin area!
Dr. Rachel Kaplan
Site Manager
Dr. Hilary Janysek
Local Area Coordinator
Nicholas Goodwin
Private Teacher
Sarah Jane Hargis
Private Teacher
Rachel Lopez
Austin Symphony
Jolene Madewell
Private Teacher
Amy Suggs
Private Teacher
Ebonee Thomas
University of Texas
Class Levels
Students are grouped by the information provided on the student application. We primarily group by age and when possible, by level of playing. We do not hold auditions.
Advanced students may move up one level with the permission of their private teacher.
Allegro
For students completing
6th-8th grade
Presto
For students completing
8th-12th grade
Austin Electives
The following is a list of electives offered at Floot Fire. Each camp offers electives based on the specialties of the faculty at that location. Electives change from location to location and year to year. It is part of what makes each camp special and Floot Fire so unique!
Beginner Piccolo
Learn the first steps in playing the piccolo. This class is for students with little or no piccolo experience.
Better Practice
Learn how to take fundamentals to a higher level and apply to your flute literature! Learn how to “decompose” a piece of music and tailor your practice to the needs of your piece.
Extended Techniques
Beginning in the 20th century, composers began to experiment with new sounds that could be produced by our modern flute. These techniques have been used to expand the palette of flute sounds, evoke new moods, and also help strengthen and reinforce traditional playing techniques. Students will learn techniques such as Harmonics, Multiphonics, Flutter Tonguing, Singing and Playing, Beatboxing, and more!
Flooty Yoga
The name says it all. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or a yoga mat.
Jazz Improvisation
Learn the basics of playing and improvising in a jazz setting.
Low Flutes
Meet the low end of the flute family. Participants will be introduced to alto flutes, bass flutes, and the mighty contrabass flute. We will learn how to handle these gentle giants and have an opportunity to perform on them. Instrument provided.
Some electives are divided by class level. Please be sure to select the correct class level when registering.
