RESONANCE FLUTE CONSORT releases CD FLUTE TOOTIN ’ YULE

“This CD is one of those that needs to be in everyone’s Christmas collection. It is full of great and clever arrangements performed by truly fine flutists.”
-Jim Walker, flutist in over 400 motion picture soundtracks, former Principal Flute of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, leader of the jazz-fusion quartet Free Flight.

“A Flute Tootin’ Yule is an excellent example of musical perfection, interpretation, spiritualization…The choice of repertoire is impeccable, and I would like to invite anyone who would like to enjoy the holiday celebration to listen to a Flute Tootin’ Yule”
-Lalo Schifrin, composer – Mission Impossible, Rush Hour

“ What a welcome addition to holiday music collections! Imaginative sparkling transcriptions by a group of Los Angeles’ top flutists.”
-Anne Diener Zentner, Los Angeles Philharmonic

“A Flute Tootin’ Yule is a wonderful musical surprise. From the piccolo to the contrabass flute, this ensemble of consummate artists performs on an array of holiday favorites in grand style. Their seventeen inspirational renditions of holiday favorites will certainly bring smiles all around year after year. This CD is full of joy and highly recommended.”
-Alf Clausen, composer – The Simpsons

The Resonance Flute Consort, was founded in April 2004 by a Los Angeles flutist Karen Smith. In addition to being an accomplished flutist Karen Smith is also a freelance music librarian with tenures at various studios - Disney, Sony, Paramount, and has also maintains the private concert libraries for composer John Williams and Lalo Schifrin. She was the head librarian for 10 years for Jo Ann Kane Music – Fox Studios.

Her studio and film contacts have naturally facilitated collaborations with many fine musicians and composers. This particular CD contains unique arrangements predominantly from composers in the film industry along with educator - arranger/composer Steve Sample.

The project was initially inspired by Karen’s desire to create something from start to finish with the musicians and composers she feels have something to offer. Unlike many flute choir arrangements that tend to have a block chord choir sound for seasonal music, these pieces exhibit descriptive, creative and inspired arrangements of traditional tunes.

They are orchestrated in a manner where each performer has their own voice and character making for lively and contemplative listening as well as evoking a refreshing holiday ambiance.

Flute Tootin Yule has received a wonderful review from www.Christmasreviews.com in addition to receiving air play on various radio stations around the country. The repertoire selected “reflects the sacred and the secular, as well as the ancient and contemporary…the stately pieces have an elegant flow and intense beauty…the whole package is impressive!” – Carol Swanson, Christmas Reviews

The ensemble includes flutists Norda Mullen, Rik Noyce, Michelle Matsumune, Shannon Christianson, Julie Long, Karen Smith, along with guest David Shostac on contrabass flute; all strong and well known players in the Los Angeles area. The additional appeal of the CD is influenced by the sonorous combinations an array of flutes ranging from pan-pies, piccolos, C Flutes, Alto Flutes, Bass Flutes, to Contrabass Flute, along with occasional percussive enhancements…all artfully arranged. Certain moments throughout the recording exhibit a soundtrack quality that creates a feeling of gesture and emotion.

When asked about the challenges and moments of enjoyment working on this project, Karen stated, “Everything went so smoothly due to the high level of professionalism. The only difficulties were coordinating everyone’s busy life for a rehearsal. What I enjoyed the most was taking a dream and making it come true…that was the best. The professional team of flutists and composers were so enthusiastic with their talent and energy that these factors contributed to the overall veneer of the CD - a polished and unique musical presentation of traditional favorites.”

The CD is available at the website www.flutetootinyule.com for $14.99 plus $2 for postage.

Flutists will be happy to know that all the arrangements with the exception of the Corelli piece (ALRY Publications) will be available for publication. Please contact Nelidova Records at 818-563-3787 to pre-order the music. Nelidova also publishes all types of music offering arrangements, records and other publications with select repertoire for orchestra and various ensembles for purchase or rental.