The IU JSoM Flute Academy is committed to the growth and achievement of each student, providing both inspiration and tools to successfully pursue the flute. All levels and ages of playing are welcome and valued at the Flute Academy, from beginner to professional.
The IU JSoM Flute Academy is expanding its offerings to accommodate the needs of flutists seeking the highest quality online program, welcoming players of all levels to join our pre-college and adult flute class, from any location.
Thomas Robertello was appointed associate professor of flute at the IU Jacobs School of Music in 1997. A former member of the Pittsburgh Symphony, The Cleveland Orchestra, and the National Symphony Orchestra, he has performed as guest principal flutist with the Chicago Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Dallas Symphony, Chicago Philharmonic, Louisiana Philharmonic, Houston Grand Opera, and Nashville Chamber Orchestra.
Hope Lee is a current graduate student in Jacobs School of Music pursuing Master of Music in Flute Performance with Professor Thomas Robertello. She holds a BM in Flute Performance, minoring in Conducting and Music Education, from JSoM. She has performed with Taiwan National Symphony Youth Orchestra as principal flute and piccolo in Thailand, Singapore, and Taiwan.
Samantha Mitchell currently attends the Jacobs School of Music pursuing a Master of Music in Flute Performance with Thomas Robertello. She holds a BM in Flute Performance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City where she studied with Ebonee Thomas.
Samantha has most recently studied at the Eastern Music Festival, performing in their young artist's orchestra. She has performed in classes with Demarre McGill, Jennifer Gunn, and Alexa Still, among others. Samantha is also an active member of the Chicago Flute Club, where she performed a solo piccolo recital at their festival last fall.
Ashley Wening is a current Undergraduate Music Education Student at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music, studying with Thomas Robertello. Ashley is an active flutist and piccolo player, performer in the IU Marching Hundred, and member of the JSOM Wind Ensemble. Ashley is also a private lesson instructor and an educator among Indiana area bands.
For more information, please contact musicsp@iu.edu.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 26 | Classes begin |
| December 13 | Classes end |
| Date | Event |
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| January 13 | Classes begin |
| May 10 | Classes end |
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Flute Ensemble
Beginning Spring 2025, all levels will be subject to a $50 non-refundable registration fee due at the time of registration that is credited towards the total tuition payment.
Once you have completed the previous steps, please submit the Participant Agreement Form
