Drone and Delay Studies: Improving Musicianship in Flutists

Friday, January 24, 2025
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Description
This session demonstrates how to integrate free electronic tools to enhance tonal, technical, and rhythmic stability within flute sections. The session will demonstrate how acoustic drone exercises can improve tone quality, intonation, and blending abilities. Additionally, it will delve into the pedagogical advantages of practicing with delay, including how delay studies can be practiced as canonic duets in group settings to work on internal rhythm. The session includes information about accessing these free resources, and participants will learn how to easily interact with free applications and software. This session is ideal for educators looking to refine and elevate their flute sections by adding new dimensions to their practice assignments and rehearsal routines.
Speakers
Abigail Walsh
Christian Glascock
Learning Objective 1
Improve Flute Section Tone and Intonation: Educators will learn how to apply acoustic drone exercises to improve tone quality, intonation, and blending skills.
Learning Objective 2
Improve Flute Section Internal Rhythm and Technical Stability: Educators will explore the pedagogical benefits of incorporating delay in practice routines and learn how delay studies can be practiced as canonic duets in group settings to enhance internal rhythm.
Learning Objective 3
Access and Use Free Electronic Resources: Participants will gain knowledge on how to access and effectively use free electronic resources and tools. This will empower them to integrate these tools into their teaching practices without additional costs.
Session Level
Middle School/Junior High, High School, Collegiate
Session Type
Demonstration