Flute Unscripted
Feel inspired as you listen to weekly candid conversations with musicians, makers, and masters that walk through the door at Flute Center of New York. Join Caity Massoud as she sits down with famous flutists and gets some insight into their lives, passions, struggles, and hopes for the future.
Episodes
Flute Center presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Christopher Lee!
In this Flute Unscripted interview, Altus Artist Christopher Lee shares more about the role that the flute has played in his life. From the late start on the instrument to his heart attack and health scare at the 2018 NFA Convention, Chris found himself turning to music to find purpose and connect with others.
Previously published in January 2023.
...Flute Center presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Ebonee Thomas!
In this Flute Unscripted interview, Burkart Artist Ebonee Thomas shares all of her piccolo tips and her secrets for staying in shape on the instrument even when she is on the go with a busy schedule. The Assistant Professor of Flute at the University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory talks more about what excites her about shaping the next genera...
Flute Center presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Amy Porter.
Amy Porter sits down with Caity Massoud for her second Flute Unscripted interview. This time, Amy talks more about her string of performances of the Lukas Foss Renaissance Concerto. She also opens up about her mentors, her students, and all that goes into defining her brand.
*Published October 3, 2022.
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Flute Center presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Jasmine Choi!
In this Flute Unscripted interview, Jasmine Choi delves into the new creative outlets she discovered during the height of the pandemic and how she manages to juggle all of her commitments on a daily basis. Jasmine also shares the personal history she has with her first gold flute, Brannen #3040, and the ways it was like a friend to her through her fo...
Flute Center presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Matthias Ziegler.
Matthias Ziegler, one of the world’s most versatile artists, talks about what makes his approach to performing on low flutes so unique. In this interview, Matthias shares more about the realities of touring with low flutes, why he enjoys collaborating with flute maker Eva Kingma, and how he has stayed true to his voice over the years to build a u...
Flute Center presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Sir James and Lady Galway.
In this interview, the Galways take a moment to share their fond memories of William Bennett and how he directly influenced Sir James. The Galway Flute Festival is gearing up for its 33rd year and the Galways talk about what they are looking forward to most this summer when they see friends, both old and new.
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Flute Center presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Bonita Boyd.
In this interview, Bonita Boyd shares more about Joseph Mariano’s influence on her artistry. She also explains how a teacher’s unwavering support is the secret to student confidence and success.
Previously published on May 12, 2022.
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Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Lorna McGhee.
“There’s enough noise in the world. We don’t need any more noise. But you can never have enough stories!” Lorna shares this sentiment in her interview with Caity Massoud as the two take a look at her trajectory as an artist. In this Flute Unscripted episode, Lorna traces her musical roots back to the Bennett family and shares how an ...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Eva Kingma.
From her shop in the Netherlands, Eva Kingma shares more about how her upbringing led her on the path to becoming a flute maker. She expands upon how she has evolved as a maker and why she strongly believes in holding the production of low flutes to high standards.
*Previously published on 3/8/2022
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Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Mary Matthews & Nicole Chamberlain.
Mary and Nicole are kindred spirits and this joint interview highlights why they work so well together. Watch the two share more about their new method book, "Beatboxing and Beyond: An Essential Method for the 21st Century Flutist" and talk about why they feel that new music should be approachable and a...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Lillian Burkart.
Lillian Burkart didn’t always know she was going to become a flute and piccolo maker, but she had a passion for innovation and followed her heart. In this interview, she shares more about her career path and the inspiration behind the Burkart sound. Lillian also talks more about what it takes to be a part of the Burkart team and w...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Nina Assimakopoulos.
Nina Assimakopoulos shares the surprising reason she chose the flute as an instrument and how her relationship with the flute has evolved over the years. She also delves into the details on how grant writing has led to the funding of her adventurous projects, including climbing with her flute up the Mace in Sedona, AZ and submergin...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Paula Robinson.
Nothing is off limits in this riveting conversation between Paula Robison and Caity Massoud. The icon shares more about her childhood during the McCarthy era and how her passion for all mediums influences her as an artist. Tune in to this memorable talk to hear how Paula Robison paved the way for other women soloists and continues ...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Joann Soh.
Tune in to listen to Joanna sharing about how her failures of the past led to her success today as JustAnotherFlutist. Joanna's followers love her approachable, fun personality and she candidly describes what it is like to be a part of such a supportive online community.
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Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring James Hall.
Flutist James Hall has enjoyed a varied and impressive career as an international soloist, chamber and orchestral musician, and teacher.
*Previously published on September 16, 2021
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Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Rasika Shekar.
Known and loved for her endearingly honest voice and soulful playing, Indo-American singer, flautist and composer Rasika Shekar’s music is a vibrant confluence of diverse musical worlds, rooted in Indian classical music. Her distinctive sound as a singer and flautist has led her to an impressive list of collab...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Emily Pecoraro
Brooklyn/Queens-based saxophonist and woodwind doubler Emily Pecoraro is known for her work in divergent ventures across the musical spectrum. In addition to her creative pursuits, Emily has played in a dozen Broadway pit orchestras and touring Broadway productions, and has twice been a chair holder in the orc...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Gary Schocker
One of the greatest flutists of his generation, Gary Schocker is also a pianist, harpist, prolific composer and a talented teacher. Schocker made his professional debut as a flutist at the age of 15, appearing as soloist with both the Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic, thus establishing a nam...
Flute Center of New York presents Flute Unscripted with Caity Massoud, featuring Noemi Gyori.
Hungarian flutist Noemi Gyori shares what it was like to complete a doctoral degree at the Royal Academy of Music while maintaining a competitive performance career. She also discusses how motherhood impacts her playing and makes her a more versatile flutist.
*originally published June 22, 2021
International soloist Viviana Guzman has overcome numerous obstacles in her life, from spending her childhood in a full body cast to recently recovering from a catastrophic car accident. She shares more about how she views these hardships as blessings and opportunities to learn and grow through the healing power of music.
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