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This article was originally published in the Fall 2022 issue of the classical music online quarterly, Liner Notes. I have been given permission to reproduce it by the editor and founder of the magazine, Joe Moore.
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William Kincaid and Marcel Moyse
Flutists Who Changed the World
by Thomas Wolf
Introduction: Musical Geneology and the Flute
Great instrumentalists generally have distinct musical personalities. Such is certainly the case with William Kincaid and Marcel Moyse who many regard as two of the greatest flutists of the twentieth century. Through their performing and teaching, individuals of such stature establish unique playing traditions that are carried forward by their pupils into subsequent generations. Often, a lot can be gleaned by considering their forebears as well—those who teach great instrumentalists like Kincaid and Moyse. One can learn much about how musical style, technique, and repertoire selection came about. Differences in traditions and performance practice were d
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by Eileen Gilligan
It all started with the Boehm system flute and the French School of flute playing. The Boehm system made from metal and with larger tone holes enabled a bigger tone and more resonance than the Baroque wooden flute with few keys.
The French School with Taffanel and Gaubert explored timbre, vibrato and a lyrical singing approach to tone and playing. Every note was important and needed to sing through.
Madrigal played by Philippe Gaubert.
This was carried on by Marcel Moyse, no doubt the greatest influence on playing this century. He has written over 32 tutorial books to impart his thinking, musicality, and technical finesse to generations of flute players. His recordings are a legacy to be treasured.
Evening Primrose played by Marcel Moyse. Probably my favourite of his recordings.
Moyse produced some wonderful students such as William Bennett, Trevor Wye, James Galway, Paula Robison etc. I was truly fortunate to spend two years with William Bennett, and these two years changed everything for me.
J. S. Bach Harpsichord Concerto played by William Bennett.
It was the first time I heard a tone on the flute that was so rich and intense I thought the flute was going to jump out of his hands, amazing!! This was the start
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