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Introduction

Originally from Taylorsville, Georgia, Erin Wallace is a flutist and flute teacher currently residing in Chicago, IL. She is pursuing a Master of Music degree in Flute Performance from DePaul University, where she is a recipient of a performance award in the studio of Mark Sparks. She has private lessons and attends studio classes that are led by many well known flutists from the Chicago area (Chicago Symphony Orchestra members as well as Chicago Lyric Opera and freelancers) and DePaul community.

During her schooling, Erin performed as principal flutist as well as piccolist of the DePaul Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Contemporary Ensemble 20+, Baroque ensemble, as well as many varying chamber groups. Erin experienced similar opportunities during her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, where she was a Hodgson Scholar. During her time there she studied with Angela Jones-Reus, and she was featured on many recordings – from the UGA Wind Ensemble recordings to a flute studio holiday CD!

Erin frequently performs in solo and chamber ensemble settings, and has performed with the 5th Wave Collective, a Chicago-based performing group dedicated to performing works by female composers, and ensembles across the Southeast including the Atlanta Opera Orchestra, the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, and the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra. Erin has also collaborated with many artists, notably Grammy-nominated John Burke, with whom she performed on a CD titled “Superstratum” (available on iTunes, Spotify and online).

Erin has presented workshops, sectionals and masterclasses to a multitude of audiences: from beginner flutists to upper level performers, and even to full woodwind sections with oboists, clarinetists, bassoonists, and saxophone players. Erin has successfully aided flutists in her private studios to attain their personal goals as well as further develop their musicianship. In Erin’s studio she prioritizes healthy performance techniques, positive mindsets, and encouraging well-balanced musicianship. She currently maintains a private studio in Chicago in Lincoln Park, and teaches students from around the world via Skype.

Erin has performed at the National Flute Association Convention and Georgia Music Educator Association Conventions, and she has been privileged to perform in master classes throughout the nation with such renowned artists as Sir James Galway, Stefan Hoskuldssohn, Jeanne Baxstresser, Lorna McGhee, Bonita Boyd, Carol Wincenc, Nicole Esposito, and Marianne Gedigian, amongst others. Erin has attended summer music programs like Music Academy International, the Sewanee Summer Music Festival, Fresno Summer Music Academy, and the Consummate Flutist Masterclass.