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Department Head: Dr. Mary C.J. Byrne Ph.D. (Musicology), UVic; M.Mus. (Performance), Michigan; B.Mus. (Wind Performance and Music Education), Michigan

Department Head Dr. Mary Byrne teaches flutists of all ages and levels, as well as coaches chamber music, leads master classes and instructs the Flute Literature & Pedagogy course of the VCM/Camosun College. Mary is an active performer, adjudicator, clinician, lecturer and member of the National Flute Association Peda-gogy Committee. She is also the Chair of Post-Secondary Music at the VCM, Co-Chief Examiner for VCM Examinations, the Artistic Director of the Summer Flute Academy, and a member of our Artistic Directorate.

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Woodwinds, Brass and PercussionThe VCM boasts one of the finest faculties of Woodwind, Brass and Percussion instructors and performers in Western Canada. Our instructors work with the gifts and talents of each individual student to customize a program of study that is rich in all the tradition and innovation that music can offer.

The nearly 30 members of the Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion faculty can meet the needs of any student at any level and any stage of development. Beginning, intermediate and advanced students are all served by our outstanding faculty. Students preparing for school or orchestra auditions, festivals or competitions, or post-secondary study are invited to benefit from the skills of our experienced faculty.

“When the winds blow here in Victoria, you can be sure that it’s coming from the direction of the VCM and its very energetic and active Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion Department. Join us today!” Dr. Mary Byrne

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The VCM supports a system of syllabi and examinations on many woodwind and brass instruments, certified through the Ministry of Education. This represents a thorough coverage of materials, more than any other system in Canada, through 11 consecutive grades. The system culminates with AVCM in Performance (flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, trumpet, trombone) or AVCM in Teaching (flute), as well as Artist Certificate for Flute.

Individual Lessons The VCM offers private lessons in classical music on all modern woodwind, brass and percussion instruments, including: flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, trombone, baritone, euphonium, tuba, and percussion (rhythmic and melodic).

Instruction is offered on instruments in the families above as areas of specialization, or as adjunct study with other instruments, including but not limited to: piccolo, alto and bass flute, Irish flute, tin whistle, bass and E-flat clarinet, contrabassoon, English horn, and soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophone.

Chamber music coaching for a standing ensemble is available from most instructors as a shared lesson. Students wishing to include chamber music as one aspect of their individual lessons may exchange a coaching session for a scheduled individual lesson at any point in the term (check with instructor at time of registration).

Please phone 250-386-5311 or email info@vcm.bc.ca to be referred to an appropriate instructor.

Performance Practice and Early InstrumentsInstructors and instrument areas include the following:

Stacey Boal: Recorder — Advanced studies focusing on songs, dances and suites of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods, ornamentation and performance practice, with introduction to duets, trios, continuo and consorts.

Lana Betts-Enns: Baroque Flute

Austin Scott: Old-system and early Boehm flute

Mary Byrne: Period Performance Practice and Post-1900 Extended Techniques (flute)

Group Classes Participating in group classes at the VCM is a great way to gain musical experience in a fun and supportive environment. Our group classes offer students a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends, play great music and learn from amazing instructors!

facultyRussell Bajer (Oboe)

Paul Beauchesne (Tuba, Baritone/Euphonium)

Lana Betts-Enns (Flute)

Stacey Boal (Recorder)

Hans Boellard (Flute)

Mary Byrne (Flute, Piccolo)

Gary Cohen (Hand Drums)

Gordon Clements (Clarinet, Saxophone)

Kris Covlin (Saxophone)

Kirsten Davis (Flute)

Marsha Elliot (Flute)

Jonathan Eng (Percussion)

Rebecca Hissen (Clarinet)

Marianne Ing (Trumpet)

Scott MacInnes (Trombone)

Keith MacLeod (Clarinet)

Mary Jill McCulloch (Flute)

Daniel Moses (Horn)

Emily Nagelbach (Flute, Piccolo)

Stevan Paranosic (Trumpet)

Judith Pazder (Flute)

Anne Power (Bassoon)

Austin Scott (Flute, Tin Whistle)

Richard Volet (Flute)

Amber Woods (Hand Drums)

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Master ClassesStudents in all disciplines have the opportunity to participate in master classes taught by our acclaimed faculty or visiting guest artists from all over the world. These special private classes are free for students — just one of the many VCM advantages!

Flute Classes for Adults Ages 16 and Up Classes and semi-private lessons are available in Irish Flute, Tin Whistle and Basic Technique for Beginners, as well as Intermediate/Advanced instruction for serious amateurs. Please contact the VCM office at 250-386-5311 or email info@vcm.bc.ca for more information.

Instructor: Austin Scott

Wind Collage Open to all students of the Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion Department registered in private or group lessons, or in ensemble courses, Wind Collages are semi-formal concerts featuring student performers and ensembles from the Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion faculty. All are invited to attend!

Coordinator: Dr. Mary Byrne Location: Wood Hall or Gibson Auditorium (Camosun Lansdowne Campus) Day and Time: Selected Sundays at 2:00; 3-4 scheduled concerts annually Oct/Nov, Feb/March, April/May

Flute Master Classes Classes are led by various flute faculty members on a rotating schedule with Wendy Stofer assisting as collaborative pianist. Weekly flute master classes offer performers the opportunity to work with a variety of instructors in an informal class/ performance setting and learn a few tricks of the trade from expert teachers. Students are welcome to come to play or come to watch.

Department Head: Dr. Mary Byrne Eligible: All registered VCM flute students Day and Time: Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm

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Beginning Recorder Levels 1 & 2 Please refer to the Adult Continuing Education section, pg. 14

Introduction to Recorder Consorts Please refer to the Adult Continuing Education section, pg. 14

Flutes-Cubed: Small group chamber music for flute Please refer to the Adult Continuing Education section, pg.15

The Fluent Flutist: Technique I Please refer to the Adult Continuing Education section, pg.15

Flute Pedagogy and Literature Please refer to the Professional Music School section, pg. 48

Flute Choir Please refer to the Orchestras, Ensembles and Choirs section, pg. 53

Honour Winds & Percussion Ensemble Please refer to the Orchestras, Ensembles and Choirs section, pg. 53

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