Ann Licater Workshops

Oct 5 and Oct 12 Tuesday Evenings 7:30-10PM
"How to Play the Native American Flute as a Spiritual Practice"
This workshop requires no musical ability--just a desire to use your intuition to guide you on a journey with an ancient instrument.
Held at Moonfyre Metaphysical, 401 E. Campbell, Ave.
Campbell, CA 95008
Cost $125 for two classes (flute extra) Beautiful cedar flutes available for purchase at the workshop.
Register: Call 408-370-0333 to reserve Space


Oct 19th 7:30-10 PM
"Improvisation Workshop"
Held at Moonfyre Metaphysical, 401 E. Campbell, Ave. Campbell, CA 95008
This class is for anyone who has a Native American flute and has taken a beginner class or has a fundamental understanding of how to play. Ideal if you need a jump-start to your practice routine and enjoy playing in a group. Learn improvisation techniques and embellishments to take you to the next level. Special musical guest is Suellen Primost - Cellist.
Cost: $ 49
Space is limited. Call for reservations 408-370-0333 or email ann@fluteforthesoul.com

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Bay Clan Flute Circle this weekend

Just a quick note to remind bay area folks that there will be a Bay Clan Flute Circle this weekend.

EVENT: May Bay Clan Flute Circle
DATE: Sunday, May 18th, 2008
TIME: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church 1500 Leigh Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
HOST: Julie Ryan
ORGANIZER: Frankie Sierra, f dot sierra at comcast dot net

SCHEDULE:
2:00 PM: Arrival, setup and social
2:15 PM: Talk about recording the flute
2:30 PM: Open Mic Playing
3:00 PM: Snacks and social
3:15 PM: Open Mic Playing
3:50 PM: Wrap up and Cleanup

More details here: http://www.naflute.com/bayclan_location.html

NCFC Bay Clan April Flute Circle

EVENT: April Bay Clan Flute Circle
DATE: Sunday, April 20th, 2008
TIME: 2:00 to 4:30 PM
LOCATION: 707 Sunshine Drive, Los Altos, California 94024-3155
HOST: Pat Scheid 1-650-967-6576, junetodec25 at comcast dot net
ORGANIZER: Frankie Sierra 1-408-242-6464, f dot sierra at comcast dot net

SCHEDULE: 2:00 PM: Arrive, socialize, show flutes.
2:30 PM: Open fluting time.
3:00 PM: Snack break.
3:30 PM: Open mike, with audience feedback.
We will have a couple of minutes after
each player short performance to constructively
praise and comment on the musical piece.

NEW FOR THIS MEETING:
1. Audience participation. Be prepare to share your
thoughs of what worked well, and what could be fine
tuned, during the second Open mike session.

WHAT TO BRING:
Flutes, drums, and any other musical instrument you would like
to play with.

In addition, some snacks and drinks to share would
be appreciated by all.

DIRECTIONS:
Contact Frankie Sierra or Pat Scheid (see email above)

Azteca Mexica New Year Ceremony

Mark your calendars. The Azteca Mexica New Year Ceremony is planned for the weekend of March 15-16, 2008 @ the National Hispanic University in San Jose, CA. Xavier Quijas Yxayotl will be playing on Saturday at Noon. Every year, this is a specatular event. It's an opportunity to experience the culture of native Mexico, and a great opportunity to see Xavier perform.

Here's a complete agenda for the event:

Saturday March 15

• 6AM - Sunrise Ceremony
• 10 AM - Ohlone Nation
• 11 AM - Zuni Nation
• 12 noon - Danza Azteca, Naming Ceremony, Guest Flute Player Xavier Quijas Yxayotl
• 10 AM - 5 PM: Arts & Crafts Vendors, Children's Activities, Community Resource Booths
• 6 - 8 PM: Silent Auction for the Peace & Dignity Journey: Winner Announcements

Sunday: March 16

• Official Schedule still being confirmed
• More Danza Azteca
• Danza Maya de la Yucatan
• More to be confirmed...
• 10 AM - 5 PM: Arts & Crafts Vendors, Children's Activities, Community Resource Booths

For more information contact:

Yei Tochtli Mitlalpilli

Calpulli Tonalehqueh

408.510.1377: cell

Ann Licater in Concert, Aug 18th

Ann Licater is performing at the Center for Spiritual Living on Saturday August 18th. This is great opportunity to hear Ann's music. The event includes special guests Troy Arnett on piano and Dave DiLullo on percussion.

Where: Center for Spiritual Living
When: Saturday, August 18
Time: 7:30 PM (arrive early to get a seat)
Tickets: $15 advance and $20 at the door

For more information: http://fluteforthesoul.com/events.html

Bay Clan Flute Circle this weekend

The NCFC Bay Clan is getting together at the Stanford Sculpture garden this Sunday for an informal flute circle. Bring your drums and flutes.

EVENT: May Bay Clan Flute Circle at Stanford
DATE: Sunday, May 20, 2007
TIME: 2:00 to 4:00 pm
LOCATION: The New Guinea Sculpture Garden at Stanford University,Palo Alto. On campus, near intersection of Lomita Driveand Santa Teresa Street.
ORGANIZER: Frankie Sierra, bayclan AT naflute DOT com

For more details check out the NCFC website: http://www.naflute.com/bayclanevent.html

Upcoming Bay Clan Flute Circle

There is also a flute circle happening in the Bay Area this weekend:

EVENT: October Bay Clan Flute Circleand Halloween Flute Costume Parade
DATE: Sunday, October 29th, 2006
TIME: 3 to 5 pm
LOCATION: San Jose (Please contact Frankie Sierra for details)
HOSTS: Martin Belef and Cheryl Valdin
ORGANIZER: Frankie Sierra 1-408-242-6464, f dot sierra at comcast dot net

SCHEDULE:
3:00 PM: Flute costume showcase and open mic.
4:00 PM: BBQ, or Potluck if rainy, plus more fluting

NEW FOR THIS MEETING:
1. Flute costume showcase (be creative and dressup a flute with a favorite theme of yours).Got a favorite tune? Dress up your flute with the theme of that tune! Or do you have a favorite show, or character? Then this is a good opportunity to learn a new tune to play with your flute in costume.

WHAT TO BRING: At least one flute in costume (no need for player to dress up unless you really want to). Plan to bring some side dish for the BBQ, if it looks like it may rain the we switch to Potluck instead and bring some dish to share.

THINGS TO TALK ABOUT:
Holiday season approaching. Last year we performed some caroling at the Children's hospital. It is time to start thinking asimilar activity for this year.

DIRECTIONS:
Contact Frankie for directions.