La Flûte Harmonique

In the autumn of 2009 the LFH Junior Flute Choir to La Flûte Harmonique was formed under the direction of Russell Gillespie. The Choir has been specifically created to enable and encourage young flautists, (age 9-18) Grade 3 and above who wish to have the opportunity to develop their overall playing in a small flute ensemble. There are no auditions and the group is totally non competitive. Everyone works at their own pace within a supportive, positive and relaxed environment. Members are encouraged to work as a team. Each Year the LFH Junior Flute Choir has the opportunity to participate in the Annual concert of La Flûte Harmonique.
Rehearsals: These are held on the FOURTH FRIDAY of each month from 7.00pm to 8.30pm at: St Mary the Virgin Church Chester Road ( A534 ) Acton Nantwich Cheshire CW5 8LG All requests and applications are given due consideration, but please bear in mind that there may be a waiting list. If you wish your child to beconsidered for membership of LFH Junior Choir and require further information and details please enquire via the "Contact" page.		Click map to enlarge Click for Googlemap

 

Ali Mercer Assistant and Librarian Ali Mercer was born in England. In 1999 she and her family moved to South Africa for a period of five years where she studied the flute with Bridget Stroebel, Principal Piccolo player and 2nd Flautist, Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, and Eleanor Mullins. She has played in various locations throughout Southern Africa including the Namibian Desert! On returning to this country in 2004, she established a flute and recorder teaching practice for amateur musicians, with a particular emphasis and interest in helping complete beginners, especially children. She is currently studying the flute with Russell Gillespie. She is an active member of "La Flûte Harmonique" for which she has arranged several compositions since its inception in 2004.

Barbara Whitehead Assistant and Membership Administrator Barbara Whitehead, originally from London, studied the Piano and Singing before embarking on her Professional Nurse Training at St. Mary's Hospital Paddington. She was a member of The Corydon Singers and Tallis Chamber Choir prior to moving to Cheshire, where she sang for many years with the William Byrd Singers and Tudor Consort. She has performed as solo recitalist with various chamber ensembles, choirs and choral societies. Following her retirement from nursing as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Intensive care and Diabetes, she now devotes her time to music and flute playing in the local area, and studies the flute with Russell Gillespie. She has participated in several flute Masterclasses and Workshops, assists with the LFH Auxiliary Flute choir and is a founder member and Membership Administrator of "La Flûte Harmonique".