URBAN EXPLORATION

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Holst, Jupiter

Mythic, abandoned tunnels under the city and a long-standing desire to record flute music deep in these hidden, resonant spaces…Urban Flute Project comes from this original instinct to explore the trove of acoustic recesses in and around Toronto, and sculpts out new meaning and relevance for music-making in our modern day-and-age.

Urban Flute Project offers a unique perspective on our city, a convenient yet provocative way to get to know forgotten aspects Toronto in the midst of unprecedented renewal and change – a chance to celebrate the diversity and richness of even temporary spaces (as pictured here) that might otherwise be overlooked in the rush of the day-to-day.

 

Urban Flute Project weaves together so much of what I cherish and hold of value about Toronto:

A myriad of acoustical spaces to explore and perform in.

 

…enjoy!

 

Jamie

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photo courtesy James Lahey, 2006 ©

www.jameslahey.com



About

With a love of teaching and chamber music, Toronto-based flutist JAMIE THOMPSON has performed as both soloist and chamber musician in Canada and the United States, and continues to be active as aFreelance Musician, Teacher, Adjudicator and Clinician, specializing in community outreach, multi-media events and creative, performance-preparation workshops and coaching sessions.

 

Jamie has been on the Flute Faculty of the RCM since 1988. In addition to teaching and coaching, he has served as Chair, Woodwind Brass and Percussion Department, and has served on numerous committees, including The Community School Divisional Committee, Academic Council and the Council of Examiners. In addition Jamie has presented workshops on Examination and Performance Preparation, co-ordinated the RCM Professional Development Lecture Series, and has co-chaired the Faculty Advisory Committee for the RCM’s new TELUS Performance and Learning Centre, scheduled to open in 2008.