FLUTE DAY 2025
Flutists of all ages and abilities are invited to join us for a day focused on all things flute at the University of South Carolina, hosted by flute professor Jennifer Parker-Harley and the South Carolina Flute Society, our USC student organization. Attendees will experience a full day of classes, concerts, exhibits and fun!
Saturday, November 15th
10:00am to 5:00pm
USC School of Music - 813 Assembly St., Columbia, SC
The day's activities include:
· A short recital featuring USC flute students
· An informative presentation led by a member of the USC School of Music’s admissions team. This event is especially for high school students considering majoring or participating in music in college and their parents
· Flute “petting zoo,” including alto and bass flutes and various flutes from around the world
· Classes on SC All-State etudes at junior, clinic and senior levels
· Solo Masterclass and Orchestral Excerpts Masterclass with USC flute professor Jennifer Parker-Harley featuring students chosen by recording (see below for information on how to apply)
· Kinderflute class for flutists (or future flutists!) ages 4-8. Flute teachers interested in learning more about Kinderflute are welcome to attend.
· Coffee, lunch, and snacks provided!
· Exhibitors from flute companies, including the Powell Flute Company, Flutistry and Flute World
Schedule of Events.
9:00am
Registration Opens
Lobby of the School of Music
10:00am
Warm-up Class with Dr. Ziqing Guan
Recital Hall (206)
10:30am
All-State Etude Classes (junior, clinic, and senior levels)
Junior: 201, Clinic: 040, Senior: 006
10:30am
Orchestral Excerpts Class with Dr. Parker-Harley
Recital Hall (206)
11:30am
Expanding the Flute’s Voice: Extended Techniques with Shelby Miller
Recital Hall (206)
12:30pm
Lunch & Flute Petting Zoo
Choir Room (006)
1:15pm
Exhibitor Showcase with Hilary Abigana (Powell Flutes)
Room 016
3:00pm
Learn About Kinderflute with master teacher, Dr. Emily Creedle (open to potential students ages 4-8 and potential interested teachers)
Room 107
2:00pm
Masterclass with Dr. Parker-Harley
Recital Hall (206)
4:00pm
Closing Concert – a short concert featuring USC flutists and ending with a fun play-along with all attendees – bring your flute!
Recital Hall (206)
3:00pm
From Audition to Admission: Demystifying the College Admissions process with USC School of Music graduate and Admissions Officer Katie Bono
Recital Hall (206)