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How would a day in an intensive masterclass be like?

by | Jan 6, 2017 | Flute and Music, Ory's Tips | 0 comments

How would a day in an intensive masterclass be like?

 

Have you ever participated in an intensive masterclass? I bet you haven’t done that yet.

Allow me then to give you a little glimpse over how would your day look like, what you will learn and how would your experience be like.

 

FLUTEinWIEN – Intensive. Personal. Effective.

 

🕙 10:00 – 45 minutes daily sound and technique class

Every day during your intensive masterclass will start with a 45 minutes sound and technique class. In this class you will learn to use simple yet challenging exercises that will help you develop your control over your air pressure, lips flexibility, tone focus and colors, playing big intervals smoothly, attack, dynamics, articulation and more.

In this class you’ll get to work on your basics and learn a new warm-up routine that will allow you to develop all these techniques daily.

 

🕚 10:45 – 2 HOURS daily repertoire class

We’ll continue with a 2 HOURS daily repertoire class, in which you’ll get to integrate the technical work of your sound and technique class directly into the pieces you are preparing.

Besides of the technical difficulties that each piece might require us to work on, this is the time to discuss as well interpretation and style, such as for example Baroque articulation, freedom and rubato in romantic and French music, orchestral excerpts (if you prepare for a coming audition). Therefore, my recommendation is to always bring with you few pieces in different styles, so we get a chance to cover all these topics.

🍰☕ You deserve a break – with a delicious homemade cake and coffee

Since the total daily classes time is almost 3 HOURS, we’ll have a break that will include a homemade cake I prepare myself (the most favorite so far has been the cheesecake) and a cup of coffee, which I roast myself.

Very often the students would prefer to finish the classes without any break, and the ‘break’ would happen then at the end of the classes.

 

🕐 13:00 – Free afternoons and evenings – time to discover Vienna

Vienna has endless possibilities for you to discover. There are “only” 100 museums in the city. Whether you are passionate about arts, nature, science, history, architecture, music, craftsmanship, psychology and much more – Vienna has a museum for it. In addition, you can visit palaces, the zoo, an aquarium, parks and gardens, enjoy the Austrian world famous Apfelstrudel (Apple strudel), coffee houses and enjoy local cuisine – and it’s only just a bit of what’s possible to do.

Every evening there is a huge selection of concerts available – in the famous golden hall of the Musikverein (where the New Year’s concert takes place), in the Staatsoper (world’s famous opera house), in the Konzerthaus, Volksoper, Teater an der Wien and many other smaller halls for chamber music and recitals. All the best orchestras, soloists and conductors arrive regularly to Vienna and you’d be able to listen to them live.

 

 Love to share your experiences with someone? Come with your friend!

The Intensive Masterclasses are offered for 1 or 2 flutists only, in order to be able to work as intensively every day with each flutist. 

The ‘Duo Masterclass’ allows you to come together with your flutist friend and participate together. Each one of you will have a daily 30 minutes sound and technique class and 1.5 hours daily repertoire class and you’ll be able to watch the class of your friend.

The break with the homemade cake and coffee is of course happening as well. We’ll finish the day around 14:15 and the rest of the day will be free for you to enjoy Vienna.

 

Testimonials

  • positive review  Ory is a fantastic teacher with the ability to put across a lot of ideas and information without being overpowering. His verbal explanations and demonstrations make clear exactly what is needed and his friendly relaxed manner create an excellent environment in which to learn. The warm-up routine will now form the heart of my practice. Many thanks Ory.

    Michael Wood Avatar Michael Wood
    December 17, 2023
  • positive review  If you are looking for a good MASTERclass for yourself or for your students, Ory Schneor and FLUTEinWIEN is the place to be. His approach is tailored to each individual, you have time to observe yourself (breathing, air column/direction/speed; awareness of the muscles, lips etc) and explore new ideas which are extremely pedagogically defined and well explained. Ory Schneor has a good pedagogical approach and extreme sensibility in guiding your progress in playing the flute. His work shows a great deal of dedication in teaching and as in playing/demonstrating at lesson. Finally I found peace with myself (teaching and playing) and I can move on and explore new ideas with more confidence and ease on my musical/flute path. 🎶😁🤓💪

    Tina Ostr Uh Avatar Tina Ostr
    August 28, 2019
  • positive review  I want to thank, from the bottom of my heart, for three wonderful and meaningful lessons. 🙏 I found myself in a very frustrating situation, where i found myself playing alot and not really progressing. stuck for the same difficulties in playing etudes and themes. After 3 hour lessons, with the feeling that i am going through gym for lips muscles and those who support them.🏋️‍♂️ Already after 2 lessons (out of 3), the change has taken place. The playing became clean, flowing, calm and happy. Highly recommend also becuase Ory is: Patience, Profession, Tolerance, Seriouse and Desire to help succses.👏👏👏 Big Thank you. Betty🇮🇱

    אלאון בטי Avatar אלאון בטי
    April 21, 2020
  • positive review  My purpose in going to Vienna for part of my Creative Renewal Arts Fellowship was to study with world-renowned flutist and educator Ory Schneor: FLUTEinWIEN His methods have been highly influential in my own teaching practice, and it was truly surreal and inspirational to meet and learn from him in a private intensive masterclass. For 5 days, 3 hours each day, we were able to dive deep into tone and warm-up exercises as well as several pieces. I was blown away by how much I was able to improve in such a short time. As the cherry on top (haha) we also enjoyed cheesecake, coffee, and conversation at the end of each day's session. 😋 I highly recommend my flute colleagues check him out, he has a ton of helpful resources!

    Katie McDermitt Blandford Avatar Katie McDermitt
    July 21, 2025
  • positive review  I've had a few weeks now to absorb my three days of lessons with Ory, and as a someone who is fairly new to the flute, I feel like these lessons have set me on a good path. My sound has vastly improved and I've also gained the tools and awareness to continue making improvements. A very valuable and fun experience all around!

    Brad Quinn Avatar Brad Quinn
    December 8, 2021
  • positive review  Clear and precise explanations to exercises that push your technique forward. Ory's lessons are a gush of fresh air to the daily practice of the flute. Very inspiring and motivating teacher. I highly recommend him and I am looking forward to more lessons!

    Ana Laura Domínguez Avatar Ana Laura
    July 16, 2020
  • positive review  I appreciated my time working together with Ory on orchestral excerpts. He provided helpful exercises and techniques in response to my questions. Additionally, he offered new perspectives regarding resonance, embouchure, musicality and articulation. I encourage those in search of fine-tuning their skills to spend time working with Ory as he is an excellent resource. Thanks again, Ory!

    Erin Montgomery Avatar Erin Montgomery
    January 20, 2025
  • positive review  I have recently completed a 3 session warm-up course with Ory. I highly recommend this course. He provided me with multiple exercises to improve my tone production and the flexibility of my embouchure, and dynamics flexibility. The exercises are well structured, clearly explained and easy to implement into regular practice sessions following the course. Ory is extremely kind and patient, responsive to the student's individual needs. Many thanks, Ory.

    Vanessa Good Avatar Vanessa Good
    December 4, 2023
  • positive review  Ory is at least as skilled as a flute teacher as he is a flutist! 3 days of intensive lessons together were the inspiration I needed. Ory's explanations were particularly clear and effective, starting from a deep knowledge of the basic techniques of playing the flute. I was also impressed by the patience, focus and attention to detail during the lessons. At the end of the 3 days of intensive course, I was already able to apply and integrate the new ideas on the repertoire, also having a study plan to take home. If you feel the need to take a step forward in playing the flute, I highly recommend Ory Schneor’s class! Vlad Colar

    Vlad A. Colar Avatar Vlad A.
    May 22, 2024
  • positive review  3 días magníficos de master-class con Ory. Gran flautista y profesor, orienta los ejercicios directos a mejorar tanto la técnica del sonido como de la articulación. Se lo recomiendo a todo el mundo. Gracias Ory!!!

    Elías Alonso Álvarez Avatar Elías Alonso
    May 8, 2020

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