Flautissimo the Southampton Flute Orchestra: a friendly and enthusiastic group of flautists of all ages that meets weekly during term time. Flautissimo perform around five concerts a year in a variety of settings – from Winchester Cathedral's Christmas Market and carols at Hedge End to more formal concerts with local groups at the Turner Sims and Romsey Abbey. As well as performing locally, the group regularly perform at the BFS International Conventions, and have recently toured Edinburgh and Cornwall, with a trip to Dublin planned for 2012.
New flautists are always wanted, anyone of Grade 5+ standard is warmly welcome to join Flautissimo. Anyone else should consider joining Piccolissimo, our new flute choir for less experienced flautists. If you enjoy playing the flute, learning about the flute or talking about the flute then Flautissimo is the place for you!
For those who love their flutes, but are unable to commit to weekly rehearsals, you can also come along to regular flute weekends at Winchester Cathedral with leading performers, teachers and composers such as Ian Clarke, Clare Southworth and Paul Edmund-Davies.
Latest news: Piccolissimo and Flautissimo are seeking a new director of music, starting in September 2012. Applicants should essentially be a musician, with a passion for making music at a high level and a fundamental love of music. Desirable qualities include experience of flute playing, of flute choirs rehearsal and repertoire and of leading a similar ensemble. Closing date for applications is Friday 24th February 2012. If you're interested, take a look at further details.
Flautissimo at the Turner Sims, Spring 2010