Gail Edwards Music Studio (GEMS)

GEMS is a very active flute studio established by Ms. Edwards in 1980. In 2003, GEMS performed in Las Vegas at the National Flute Association's 31st annual Flute Convention. Selected from a field of several hundred international candidates, GEMS was the only ensemble with a diverse age range. GEMS flutists also participate in the CMEA Solo & Ensemble Festival each year. Without exception, they receive very high marks. Many of the judges comment on the high level of personal skill the players demonstrate in addition to their highly refined ensemble skills.

GEMS flutists have performed at:

• Christmas carols at the San Francisco City Hall Rotunda
• Chocolate Festival in Ghirardelli Square
• Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Pacifica
• National Anthem for the SF Giants
• Pacifica's annual street fair, the Fog Fest.

WHO CAN JOIN?
Ms. Edwards welcomes flutists of any age or level to join GEMS. One only needs a flute and a willingness to learn.

Bel Canto Flutes Flute Choir

Founded in 2000, the Bel Canto Flutes Flute Choir, formerly the San Fancisco State University's Flute Choir, is open to any flutist intermediate level and above. For the Spring 2010 season, we rehearse each Tuesday from 7:00 – 9:00 PM in the Stonestown area of San Francisco.

PROGRAM
Repertoire for this group includes a mixture of pieces written expressly for flute choirs which include piccolo, Eb, alto and bass flutes, as well as a wide variety of arrangements.

Arrangements include pieces from orchestral, chamber, opera, and lighter settings. Each semester culminates in a performance which is free and open to the public.

REGISTRATION
Register for this class by contacting Gail at
650.359.5668, flutege@sbcglobal.net

Summer classes are also available.