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FALL 2020 30 PAN PIPES SIGMA ALPHA IOTA ANNUAL AWARDS 2 0 2 0 The first day was very exciting as it began with a warm-up with Sir James at 3:00 a.m EST! The conference is traditionally held in Switzerland, so the schedule was based on the Central European time zone. It was filled with many excellent flautists from around the world and of all ages. I listened in awe as musicians of all backgrounds and time zones engaged on a virtual platform for the festival. The Galway Flute Festival connected its participants with the world's most renowned professionals in the music industry for masterclasses and Q&As. Kersten McCall, Nicola Mantazzi, Demarre McGill, Ulla Miilman, Howard Shore (composer from The Lord of the Rings), and Graham Parker of Universal Music, held riveting and engaging master classes, answering student questions from the online chat. They and many other well known music professionals shared their wisdom, knowledge, and encouragement. We also connected with flute makers, as well as with the Flute Center of New York. Needless to say, I was in awe of the various qualities of flutes, and one day I hope to be able to upgrade my own student flute. The finale concert showcased the combined efforts of the Galway Flute Festival Team and Participants in concert. I played in the Low Flute Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Chris Potter, flautist and arranger of some of the selections played. Thank you SAI Philanthropies, Inc. for bestowing upon me a 2020 Summer Music Scholarship and for allowing me to attend the 2020 30th Galway Flute Festival. I am truly grateful and never imagined that I would have been selected to participate, much less been blessed to receive support during a time where many have none, to attend. I plan to continue my musician's journey as I work on the many lessons and tips learned during the festival. Sincerely, Lynnette Boschulte LETTERS FROM RECIPIENTS Lynnette Bosc hulte National Alumnae Association Galway Flute Festival- Sir James Galway Masterclass Kandice Nelson Phoenix Alumnae Los Angeles Conducting Institute at CalTech Angela Rubin Alpha Mu, Chi B, Region VIII Heifetz Summer Institute, Viola Performance SUMMER MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS