Masterclass with Vincent Cortvrint – Singing at the top

5 / 12 / 14 December 2023

5:30 – 7:00pm UT/GMT +1

(Los Angeles 8.30-10.00am, NY 11.30-13.00am, London 4.30-6.00pm, Rome 5.30-7.00pm, Paris 5.30-7.00pm, Pechino 11.30-13.00pm, Tokyo 0.30-2.00am)

WARNING:

EACH CLASS IS LIMITED TO A MAXIMUM OF 7 PARTICIPANT STUDENTS, TO ENSURE THE BEST INTERACTION WITH THE TEACHER DURING THE LIVE BROADCAST

Why this Masterclass?

Master the third octave is one of the most difficult and important goals
for a flutist who needs to play the piccolo professionally.
That is why Vincent Cortvrint decided to devote an entire Masterclass on this topic,
so that he could share the fruits of his studies and his experience of more than
25 years at the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra.

This Masterclass is dedicated to:

flutists with a beginner level who want to tackle the high register right away with the best setting, thus avoiding learning it improperly and then having to waste a lot of time fixing it.

advanced piccolo players who want to perfect the high register and master it with the confidence needed for professionalism.

This Masterclass should NOT be attended by:

flutists who do not consider the study of the piccolo a serious and interesting thing

flutists who think they have nothing more to learn on the piccolo

users lacking a basic understanding of English

users who do not have a webcam and internet connection

This Masterclass is dedicated to:

flutists with a beginner level who want to tackle the high register right away with the best setting, thus avoiding learning it improperly and then having to waste a lot of time fixing it.
advanced piccolo players who want to perfect the high register and master it with the confidence needed for professionalism.

This Masterclass should NOT be attended by:

flutists who do not consider the study of the piccolo a serious and interesting thing

flutists who think they have nothing more to learn on the piccolo

users lacking a basic understanding of English

users who do not have a webcam and internet connection

The complete Program:

Air Column

Which type of air column do you need
Feeling pressure
Amount of air
Exercises to become aware of the needed

Air Control

How to control the air to achieve a singing sound
Harmonics
Multiphonics

Embouchure

How to find the balance between activity and flexibility.
Avoid tensions
Stability which muscles to uses
Flexibility

Sound quality

How to improve the expressiveness of the sound
Melodies on 3rd octave (Bach C, Mercadante, etc.)
Achieve a singing musical sound in all dynamics

Intonation

The (not so) big problem of playing in tune
Flat or sharp? Know your instrument/ tuner
Bendings
Press! (=flat..)

Vibrato

how to develop and use the vibrato

Dynamics

Forte Piano how to master and control the forte and piano’s
Air column
Farinelli
Embouchure, Direction of air flow

Technique

How to have precise fingers
Fast passage light fingers
Articulation
Low practice

Articulation

how to achieve precision
Staccato single double
Attacks piano short notes (many orchestral passages)

THE MASTERCLASS INCLUDES:

3 live group lessons divided into explanations by the teacher and interaction with the students (only for participant)

pdf of exercises specifically created by the teacher for the event

video recordings of the lessons, available for two weeks after the lesson

the certificate of participation in the Masterclass (only for participant)

The IPFA Masterclasses are unique events full
of energy, enthusiasm and desire to improve!

Vincent Cortvrint

At the age of four, I felt in love for the flute. Later I studied at the Brussels conservatory with Michel Lefebvre and continued in Paris with Michel Debost and Maurice Bourgues.
My passion for the piccolo started at the Paris conservatoire, where I bought a beautiful looking instrument, but I was unable to play it properly. Searching, practicing and working on it on my own, I discovered then the pallet of possibilities of the piccolo: tender, funny, violent, sweet, or nostalgic…
I had the chance 25 years ago to become piccolo solo of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, one of the leading orchestras in the world and played under the baton of the greatest maestros a.o. B. Haitink, M. Jansons, Z. Mehta, L. Maazel, N. Harnoncourt, K. Masur and many others.
In December 2017 I gave with the Concertgebouw Orchestra the world premiere of the piccolo concerto “Solastalgia” from E-S Tüür commissioned for me. It is recorded on the label “RCO live” and available on Spotify.
I also share my knowledge and experience at the Conservatorium of Amsterdam teaching flute and piccolo and also give master classes all over the world.
I play a headjoint designed and made by myself.

Vincent Corvrint

At the age of four, I felt in love for the flute. Later I studied at the Brussels conservatory with Michel Lefebvre and continued in Paris with Michel Debost and Maurice Bourgues.
My passion for the piccolo started at the Paris conservatoire, where I bought a beautiful looking instrument, but I was unable to play it properly. Searching, practicing and working on it on my own, I discovered then the pallet of possibilities of the piccolo: tender, funny, violent, sweet, or nostalgic…
I had the chance 25 years ago to become piccolo solo of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, one of the leading orchestras in the world and played under the baton of the greatest maestros a.o. B. Haitink, M. Jansons, Z. Mehta, L. Maazel, N. Harnoncourt, K. Masur and many others.
In December 2017 I gave with the Concertgebouw Orchestra the world premiere of the piccolo concerto “Solastalgia” from E-S Tüür commissioned for me. It is recorded on the label “RCO live” and available on Spotify.
I also share my knowledge and experience at the Conservatorium of Amsterdam teaching flute and piccolo and also give master classes all over the world.
I play a headjoint designed and made by myself.

What the participants
of the previous masterclasses say

This masterclass was not only well organized, it was an inspirational and positive experience for me. [...] These fifty minute classes were fun, efficient, and clear to understand. I appreciated how the classes were online (zoom) because that gave people from all over the world the chance to work with Nicola. I also want to mention how the administrative side of the program was handled with professionalism and clarity. [...]

Melissa Blanco

“

The Masterclass of the International Piccolo Flute Academy with Nicola Mazzanti was a fantastic and special possibility to learn from and improve ones skills in a familiar and absolute lovely atmosphere. I am so grateful for all the useful exercises, the perfect technical organization, the professional team behind the scenes as well as all the new inspiration I could gain with this masterclass. I can highly recommend this possibility and would love to take part in future masterclasses again!

Valerie Teresa Walter

“

I thoroughly enjoyed participating in the Masterclass with Nicola! [...] Along with each lesson were exercises to use to help develop your playing. As self-taught piccolo player, this masterclass gave me a concrete foundation to playing/practicing the piccolo that I wished I had years ago. It was well worth the price and time. [...]

Becky Stinnett

“

Participating on the Nicola Mazzanti's Masterclass was a marvelous experience. In each lesson, we had the opportunity to be answered, listened, supported and inspired with kindness and patience by him. These four Masterclasses are definitely a highlight not just in my musician life but in my personal life.

Gaby Prisco

“

Registration is available until Sunday, November 26

Participant Pass

Access to the recordings of the lessons for two weeks

Access to the scores of the exercises proposed

Join the class live on Zoom

Ask Vincent Cortvrint any question during the live broadcast

Play the proposed exercises and Vincent will help you to correct them

Get the certificate of participation

149,90 €

(for no IPFA users)

149,90 €
119,90 €

(for monthly subscribers*)

149,90 €
99,90 €

(for annual subscribers*)

* if you are an active member (or a former member) of the International Piccolo Flute Academy, you will receive an email with your discount code within the opening date of the carts.

Auditor Pass

Access to the recordings of the lessons for two weeks

Access to the scores of the exercises proposed

79,90 €

(for no IPFA users)

79,90 €
69,90 €

(for monthly subscribers*)

79,90 €
55,90 €

(for annual subscribers*)

* if you are an active member (or a former member) of the International Piccolo Flute Academy, you will receive an email with your discount code within the opening date of the carts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do if I cannot attend all 3 lessons?

After each class, you will have 2 weeks to view the recordings of the class you were unable to attend.

Why is the availability of each class limited to 7 spots?

As the expected level of interaction between teacher and student is very high, it is necessary for the class to be closed and limited in number.

Who is Vincent Cortvrint and what skills does he have?

Vincent Corvrint has been for 25 years the piccolo solo of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, one of the leading orchestras in the world, playing under the baton of the greatest maestros a.o. B. Haitink, M. Jansons, Z. Mehta, L. Maazel, N. Harnoncourt, K. Masur and many others.
Piccolo professor at the Conservatorium of Amsterdam, teaching flute and piccolo, Vincent Corvtrint gives Masterclasses all over the world.

What are the technological requirements necessary to be able to participate?

A stable internet line and a webcam with microphone are sufficient. Should you miss some portions of the lesson due to momentary interruptions of the connection, you will still be able to review the recording for the following two weeks.

What language will the Masterclass be taught in?

English. The minimum level required is elementary, with a basic knowledge of musical terms.

What if one or more lessons were to be cancelled?

We will refund any amount you have already paid corresponding to the lessons that do not take place. For example: if out of three lessons one is cancelled, we will refund you a third of the amount you paid for the Masterclass.
If we are able to make up for a cancelled lesson on a date other than the one previously communicated, but you are not available for that date, we will still refund you as described above.

Is there a different price for those who are also registered with IPFA Subscription?

Yes. For those registered with the IPFA subscription (and also for those who have been but today do not have an active subscription), the price of the PARTICIPANT Pass is 99.90 euros for annual subscribers and 119,90 euros for monthly subscribers, instead of 149.90 euros. For those registered with the IPFA subscription (and also for those who have been but today do not have an active subscription), the price of the AUDITOR Pass is 55,90 euros for annual subscribers and 69.90 euros for monthly subscribers, instead of 79.90 euros.

Can I participate as an auditor?

Yes, by purchasing the AUDITOR PASS you will have access to the recordings of the Masterclass for 2 weeks and to all the scores of the proposed exercises. However, you will not have access to live streaming with Vincent and therefore you will not be able to interact with him.

Do you have any further doubts?

Write us an email at info@internationalpiccolofluteacademy.com
We will be happy to provide answers to your questions!