Taught by renowned flutist
Tim Hagen
Tim Hagen walks us through all three movements of Benjamin Godard’s Suite de Trios Morceaux. He offers practical tips, practice strategies, and a musical interpretation based on the composer's rhythmic games.
Introduction
Tim Hagen talks about the French salon style and walks us through what to prioritize as we learn and interpret this work.
I. Allegretto
Tim Hagen walks us through the Allegretto, offering a sneak peek behind what the composer implies melodically and rhythmically. He also offers practice strategies as well as alternate fingering options.
II. Idylle
Tim Hagen guides us through the beautiful and pastoral Idylle. He gives us practice strategies through difficult intervals and smooth legato playing.
III. Valse
Tim Hagen guides us through this tricky movement, the Valse. He offers strategies and interpretive suggestions that make this movement so much easier and fun to play!
Click here to download the course workbook PDF and see the full syllabus →Timothy Hagen is an internationally acclaimed performer, composer, scholar, and educator. His flute playing has been praised for "technical virtuosity and musical sensitivity" (NewMusicBox) and "real flair" (The Well-Tempered Ear).
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