Improvisation - "It's freedom, it's the nearest thing I can get to flying" - Dr Melissa Keeling

Summary: Don't put yourself in a musical box!  Explore and be open to whatever grabs your attention and fascination.  Taking time out of her busy NFA Convention schedule in Orlando, the fabulously creative musician and flute player Melissa Keeling talks to Jean-Paul about using guitar pedals with the flute for the first time, doing her PhD with Robert Dick and and how her first flute teacher encouraged her to expand and explore her musical horizons. More information on Melissa can be found at www.melissakeeling.com including details of how to download her fabulous new album SUPERSONYQ Next weerk Clare is back with her 'Talking Flutes' podcast where she covers the subject of flute gadgets and gizmos currently on the market. 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by Trevor James flutes.  for more information www.trevorjamesflutes.com