“The Native American flute classes were the most relaxing and exuberant music experience I’ve had. Combining meditation with this instrument hits a sweet spot. Erica’s approach and manner soothes the musically nervous soul.” — H. Rogers, Durham, NC
NATIVE FLUTE: BE the MUSIC — a series of 4 workshops
Connect with your innate ability to express yourself musically.
Experience the aliveness that comes with playing music and sharing music with others.
New! Workshop #3: Deepen Listening and Supportive Accompaniment
This workshop is best if you have some experience playing Native American style flutes. If you want a refresher (or intro) class – see below.
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New! Workshop #4: Hear More, Play Authentically
Sunday, May 5, 2:30 – 4:30
Special Review Classes – The 2-hour workshops are preceded by an introductory (or review) class, where we go over the basics of playing the Native American style flute.
Sunday, March 10, 1:30 – 2:30. Register here.
Sunday, May 5, 1:30 – 2:30 Register here.
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Register here or contact Janet Bell, Registrar. jbell@durhamarts.org 919-560-2726
This workshop includes guided meditation, flute technique and musical concepts, group playing, movement and deep listening experiences to expand your understanding of music. The meditative atmosphere helps to quiet our minds, so our creative selves can be free to express themselves.
About the Workshops
What People Say About The Workshops
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The class I participated in was a gentle, sweet, and joyful way to relax, celebrate, and weave music with community. I felt like Erica really took care to welcome everyone and help us be at ease in the class. The mix of energy with other learners fostered a playfulness and harmony. When I play the flute now, I still feel it resonate with that time we were together. — A.L., Durham, NC
Erica did not just teach me techniques for how to play a flute. More importantly, she taught me how to slow down and soften. To simply breathe, tune in, and let the flute play through me, allowing me to open and be an instrument. — B. Moore, Pittsboro, NC
Contact Open Wings Flute School:
Click here for info on ONGOING NATIVE FLUTE CIRCLES – to continue the journey!
ERICA ALEXANDER, flutist and music educator, has taught flute in private and group settings for over 20 years. She has a Masters in Music Education (MME) and all-level music and Suzuki certifications. Marina Raye, Mary Youngblood and Carlos Nakai are among her Native American flute influences. Meditation is an important part of her life. She has studied with Jeff Brantley (director of the Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction Program at Duke), through the Insight Meditation Center in Barre, MA and, most recently, with Mary Love May at UNC. She leads workshops and flute circles on Native American-style flute. Her flute studio, Open Wings Flute School, offers private lessons which incorporate Suzuki method and meditation.
