Dances, Drums and Whistles!
The Flautotonic forces of recorders, Baroque flute, harpsichord and percussion are particularly suited to the performance of historical dance music. This programme has been performed at a wide variety of venues and provides audiences with an entertaining exploration of dance music. This is definitely music to tap your toes to, from Medieval rottas to Irish Jigs and Restoration dances to French Minuets.
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In Dances, Drums and Whistles!, Flautotonic take you on a musical journey of dance music from all over the world. The programme is engaging, exciting and the fantastic percussive elements had everybody at Handel House tapping their toes and smiling from ear to ear. An experience not to be missed!
Claire Davies, Deputy Director, Handel & Hendrix in London |
Musical Journeys
'Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind' wrote the Roman philosopher Seneca.
Join Flautotonic for an exciting Baroque journey through a wealth of countries and cultures. The journey begins in Restoration London with music by Purcell, then relocates to Ireland where the lively rhythms of Irish folk music are enjoyed in an atmospheric tavern. The journey continues with a visit to an exquisite French court during the time of the Sun King which resounds with the ornate sounds of French Baroque music. Continuing South, the programme explores the exciting rhythms of Spanish villancicos and then heads to South America. After a a tango or salsa, Flautotonic take the audience back home to the sounds of London.
Join Flautotonic for an exciting Baroque journey through a wealth of countries and cultures. The journey begins in Restoration London with music by Purcell, then relocates to Ireland where the lively rhythms of Irish folk music are enjoyed in an atmospheric tavern. The journey continues with a visit to an exquisite French court during the time of the Sun King which resounds with the ornate sounds of French Baroque music. Continuing South, the programme explores the exciting rhythms of Spanish villancicos and then heads to South America. After a a tango or salsa, Flautotonic take the audience back home to the sounds of London.
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“Besides Flautotonic’s musical performance being flawless (as expected) the added gift was their ability to communicate with our very mixed audience, enticing us all to follow them on their musical journey.”
Glenn Kesby, General Manager - 1901 Arts Club |
The Magic Number
Tres, trois, drei...Join Flautotonic's three musicians for an exploration and celebration of the number three. This entertaining programme draws together a beautiful and diverse selection of pieces which all feature the number three. These include dances in triple time, interesting compositional structures as well as some Flautotonic surprises!
Telemann Treats
'Give each instrument what is suitable for it, then he who plays will do so with joy and you will take pleasure in listening to it' wrote the composer Georg Philipp Telemann in 1718. Telemann's works for recorders are real gems in the recorder repertoire, and favourite pieces for Flautotonic. Join them for an exploration of the clever canonic sonatas, the virtuosic duets and eclectic trio sonatas as well as music from Eastern Europe whose sounds greatly inspired Telemann.
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"Flautotonic have come into play at the hospice many times. Patients always seem interested to listen to the recorder, often remembering their own childhood musical experiences .They are then amazed when they hear Lauren and David play, the versatility and range of the instruments and repertoire. It’s a lovely combination of instruments and they always provide a real mix of music to cater all tastes. They are very popular."
Tasmin Dives, Music Therapist at St Christopher's Hospice |
