In this section you will find general information about the Flute Frenzy organization and details of Flute Frenzy activities.
You have joined one of the most unique non-profit associations in the area, where flutists of all ages play flutes of all sizes. Flutists will rehearse with others in their age group, with rehearsals sometimes overlapping to play music together with other groups.
Many concerts will include performances by all ensembles.
Materials you will need:
The Flute Frenzy handbook contains all of the information you need to know as a member of Flute Frenzy, including policies for attendance, dress for concerts, lists of the board members, and answers to most of the questions you might ask.
If you are a new Fantasia member, you will be issued a Binder at the first rehearsal.
If you are returning, please bring your binder; we will have new cover pages available at the first rehearsal.
Where we meet:
Our Saviour's Lutheran Church
7479 Richmond Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23188
https://www.oslcnorge.org
Individuals who are out of town or have any symptoms of illness should plan to attend rehearsal through Zoom at this link:
Meeting ID: 832 2473 5660
Passcode: FF202324
When we meet:
Typical Wednesday rehearsal schedule:
5:30-7:00 p.m. Capriccio (high-school)
5:45-7:00 p.m. Prelude (middle-school)
7:00-8:45 p.m. Fantasia (college-age and beyond)
The rehearsal immediately prior to a concert performance is the "Dress Rehearsal." Schedules may be adjusted for this rehearsal to provide time to rehearse all of the repertoire. Please be flexible.
The rehearsal/performance calendar is continually adjusted as requests come in for performances from the various ensembles, The calendar on this page will be updated regularly.
Calendar:
Flute Frenzy owned instruments will be assigned to one individual only for a concert preparation period. If you wish to borrow the instrument to practice it at home, please fill out the form below and read carefully before signing. A board member will also need to sign the form before you can take the instrument home. You will need to take responsibility for caring for the instrument properly. Submit this form to the Artistic Director, Sean Arawjo.
Music:
Repertoire for Festive Folk: Holidays of the World - December 14th at noon
Repertoire for Williamsburg Farmers Market 11-2-24 9am-11am
This folder contains the list of part assignments (UPDATED FOR THE FARMERS MARKET), the sheet to the bandlab recordings, and the individual parts to print.
Bandlab tutorials (learn how to use the program effectively): https://youtu.be/6uiAtZosyYw (desktop)
https://youtu.be/MAanIfjpwMw (Bandlab app)
Upload your pictures and videos here to be posted on social media (or email them to flutefrenzymedia@gmail.com): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tXq80oWKat91sYRmjLsQzksUmnWOdX0I?usp=drive_link
Your director will select and provide music for you. Most of the time you will receive this by email or via a link to a folder of music. This music needs to be printed, hole-punched, and secured in your binder, and brought to every rehearsal and performance.
If you'd like to suggest a piece of music for Flute Frenzy to perform, please fill out the request form below:
Flute Frenzy Repertoire Request Form: https://forms.gle/8N2d6SxRXEx9GqTt9
Here are some helpful flute exercises with recorded examples to practice along with:
Practice Portal (Exercises) - https://www.seanarawjo.com/studentportal.html
Social Media:
If you would like to be featured in our "Meet the Members" series on facebook (NOT Mandatory), please fill out the form below:
Weekly Member Profile form (for posting on FB) - https://forms.gle/wtB5p14QcxbhP396A
Flute Frenzy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit association. Board meetings take place monthly, usually on the 2nd Monday of the month. Please take any concerns about the organization to a board member, names of which are listed in the handbook. Sandra Hood, President of the Board, can be contacted at: sandra.j.hood@gmail.com
Spread the word about our organization, Invite new members of all ages to join. Invite friends and family to our concerts. Word of mouth is always the best advertisement. We are thrilled you have joined the Flute Frenzy family! 2023-2024 will be a fabulous year!
It's so wonderful to have all these resources in one place. Everything is easy to find now and it makes practicing a joy. Thank you!!
Thanks for creating such a detailed, current and user-friendly member's page!