The program offers scholarships that are awarded through an application and audition process. The Music Department offers the following degree programs:

Bachelor of Music Performance

Bachelor of Music Education

Bachelor of Arts

Minor in Music

Dr. Virginia Broffitt Kunzer would be happy to speak with you about the flute studio. Please feel free to send an email (VBK@auburn.edu) if you would like to set up a lesson or if you have additional questions about the program.

What members of the flute studio can expect:

As a member of the flute studio, you will receive at least five hours of instruction with Dr. Broffitt Kunzer each week. All flute students in the studio will receive a private lesson and attend flute studio class, and flute chamber music each week.

Musically, lessons and classes focus on tone, artistry, intonation, technique, practice strategies, and performance. Students are taught in a way that encourages the development of self-motivation, critical thinking, resilience, and independence; some of the most valuable skills music students can acquire.

Studio classes consist of performance masterclasses, technique and pedagogy classes, and orchestral excerpt classes. Through these seminars, students are exposed to various teaching techniques, flute methods, and orchestral audition material. Additionally, the studio places an emphasis on performance preparation, performance anxiety, memorization, professional etiquette, and career development.

Solo, chamber, and large ensemble opportunities provide ample performance experience for all students. These performance opportunities are necessary to grow as musicians. Our studio members also actively seek opportunities to attend national and regional workshops and masterclasses to gain exposure to some of the world’s greatest performers and teachers.

Additionally, the flute studio hosts guest residencies by world-renowned teachers and performers on a regular basis. The guest artist activities range from giving traditional recitals and performance masterclasses to giving seminars about career options for musicians, efficient practice techniques, and Alexander Technique. This broad spectrum of topics gives the members of the studio a well-rounded experience.