THE ULTIMATE FRENCH FLUTE EXPERIENCE
and London Symphony Orchestra pianist John Alley
Play, learn and live the French flute dream in beautiful southwest France.
Extraordinary flute courses for serious adult amateurs — in a medieval French village surrounded by vineyards, with expert tuition, great food and wine, and flute friends you’ll keep for life.
COURSES 2027
Courses are kept deliberately small to ensure individual attention. Places fill quickly.
No-one is ever “just an amateur” to me.
I believe every adult flutist can work towards the highest standards. I understand the motivation, skills and life experience that you bring to your musical journey.
Before the course starts, we meet online to get to know each other and to talk about your aspirations and your concerns. You’ll also meet your fellow participants, and I tailor our course to meet your individual needs.
And when Flutes in France is over, you won’t just be leaving with better technique and new musical ideas — you’ll take lifelong flute friends with you.
John and I look forward to welcoming you into our French home and musical life as our guests, our friends, and as fellow musicians. We’re all on that journey together.
What participants say
Adult flutists from around the world return year after year. Here are a few of their thoughts.
Every year I wonder if the next course can possibly be as inspiring as the last. Every year it exceeds my expectations. The teaching, the friendships, the music-making and the beautiful surroundings combine to create an unforgettable experience.
Marvellous music, fabulous friends, fantastic food, all in a wonderful setting with two of the most outstanding musicians and warmest people I have had the privilege to meet. A truly transformational experience that will continue to inspire me and stay with me for ever.
More than just a flute course
A week of flute, friendship and French living.
Play and Learn
Every day combines individual lessons, chamber music, ensemble playing, technique workshops and accompaniment coaching. Whether you are building confidence or refining advanced skills, under the expert tuition of Elisabeth and John, you will leave a better, more confident and more experienced player.
Perform with Confidence
Daily informal concerts create a relaxed, supportive atmosphere in which confidence grows naturally. By the end of the week you’ll be ready to perform together in the beautiful church of Saint-Eutrope—a celebration of everything you’ve achieved, shared with friends, partners and the local community.
Live the French Dream
Share gourmet lunches, local wines, beautiful villages and life French-style. Music may bring us together, but it’s the friendships, conversations and shared experiences that people remember long after the final note has been played.
A warm welcome
Before you travel to France, we’ll meet online and get to know each other. I’ll understand your musical background, what you’d like to achieve and any concerns you may have, so you can start your French flute experience with confidence.
And if you’re not an experienced traveller, don’t worry. John and I are here to help personally with airport and station transfers, advice, and any practical concerns you might have.
Before you join us
Everything you want to know about the tutors, the venue and the practical details
Would you like to become part of the French flute dream?
Places on courses are limited and most participants book their place for the following year before they’ve even left France. If you’d like to join us, apply now or simply get in touch. I’d love to hear from you and will always reply personally.