in collaboration with
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Irving S. Gilmore School of Music
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2025
Join us for the third annual Great Lakes Flute Festival Saturday, February 22, 2025! Flute players and enthusiasts of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in our third festival held at Western Michigan University, Irving S. Gilmore School of Music. Presenters, performers, and attendees will have wide-ranging opportunities to engage through networking, hands-on classes, workshops, and performances.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
We invite you to share your incredible talents at the upcoming Great Lakes Flute Festival, which will take place on February 22, 2025, at the beautiful campus of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. We welcome a variety of diverse session formats, particularly those that actively engage and involve the audience in meaningful ways. Whether you are a soloist, a member of an ensemble, or an inspiring workshop leader, this is your chance to showcase your expertise and contribute to creating a memorable and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
Following the success of the previous festival held at Hope College, where we had the pleasure of welcoming over 200 participants, we are excited to invite you to join us for this important third annual event. We encourage you to submit your proposals and play a part in our vibrant Flute Festival community!
Apply to present or perform at the Great Lakes Flute Festival
Submissions Due November 10, 2024
2025 YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES
2025 Darlene Dugan Young Artist Competition (ages 18-25)
This competition is applicable for flutists ages 18-25 on or before February 22, 2025. Application, fee, and recording due December 1, 2024. Please note, an accompanist will not be provided. You should plan to arrange your own pianist if your chosen pieces have piano accompaniment. Winners will receive a cash prize.
Preliminary Round: Video submission of performance should be under 10 minutes and represent your playing, but does not need to be the piece(s) you will be performing.
Final Round: List 1-2 pieces (under 12 minutes) to perform in the final round. Program changes are not allowed. Please choose your pieces carefully. Finalists will be notified mid-December.
2025 Masterclass Performers Competition (ages under 25)
Masterclass Clinician: Dominique Kim, Principal Flute, Grand Rapids Symphony. This opportunity is applicable for flutists 25 or under, on or before February 22, 2025. Application, fee, and recording due December 1, 2024. Please note, an accompanist for the performance as well as a 20 minute rehearsal prior to the performance will be provided if chosen. You may also bring your own accompanist.
Please choose your piece carefully as final program information will not be changed. Participants will be notified mid-December if they are chosen for the masterclass.
2025 Youth Recital (ages under 25)
This opportunity is applicable for flutists 25 or under, on or before February 22, 2025. Application, fee, and recording due December 1, 2024. Please note, an accompanist for the performance as well as a 20 minute rehearsal prior to the performance will be provided if chosen. You may also bring your own accompanist.
Please choose your piece carefully as final program information will not be changed. Participants will be notified mid-December if they are chosen for the recital.
Selected winners will perform live in competition, recital, or masterclass at the Great Lakes Flute Festival, February 22, 2025.
NEW THIS YEAR: Youth Flute Choir Reading Session (ages 12-18)
For middle and high school students. Students do not need to fill out the application to be part of this opportunity. You will only need to register for the festival. Festival registration will open in late 2024.
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Join us for the 2025 Great Lakes Flute Festival in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
