Margaret Carlson

Margaret Carlson, founder and artistic director of Flute Frenzy, is also a member of the Williamsburg Symphonia. Her previous orchestral positions have been with the Ft. Wayne Philharmonic, the Norfolk Symphony, and the Virginia Opera. She has served as a coach for the flute section of Jamestown High School's band, as well as the Williamsburg Youth Orchestra chamber program. In addition she performs with a variety of professional chamber ensembles. Ms. Carlson holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Greensboro College and Master of Music degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music. Her teachers include Maurice Sharp, William Hebert, Julius Baker and Thomas Nyfenger.

Flute Frenzy is a flute choir experience for youth flutists in 6th-12th grades. Presently their members represent 12 different schools in the area. The group practices weekly on Tuesday evenings at Williamsburg United Methodist Church. Flute Frenzy was founded in May 2000, and has performed for the 2002 National Flute Association's Annual Convention, the 2004 VMEA annual convention, and the 2007 Jamestown Anniversary Weekend. They perform regularly at various venues in the Historic Triangle, including the Kimball Theatre, the Williamsburg Regional Library and various churches. Margaret Carlson is the founder and artistic director of Flute Frenzy. More information about the group can be found on the web site: www.flutefrenzy.org.