TANGO FLUTE MASTERY BY PAULINA FAIN

A unique opportunity for the greater Portland flute community to explore the language of classic tango and the music of Astor Piazzolla with internationally renowned tango flute specialist Paulina Fain from Argentina.

WHEN: Saturday June 20th, 2026 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

WHERE: Reed College Performing Arts Building, Portland, Oregon.

WHAT: A workshop with two options for participating.

Part I - The Great Flute Tango Ensemble (All Levels) | 9:30 am – 11:30 am

• Participants will rehearse and perform an arrangement of a classic tango song in a large flute ensemble. Music will be sent three weeks in advance so flutists can learn their part ahead of time. Alto and Bass flutes are welcome!
• Who should attend Part 1: Students (12+), amateurs, professionals. Minimum requirements: basic music reading and at least 2 years of study.

Part II – Piazzolla Masterclass (Advanced) | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

• A Piazzolla etude from Tango Etudes for Two Flutes (Ed. Henry Lemoine, arr. Mantega/ Fain), or Either the Bordel 1900 or Café 1930 movement from Histoire du Tango (with piano or guitar performers must provide own accompanist). This session will focus on interpretation of either.
• Who should attend Part II: Performers should be advanced high school, college.  Students, advanced amateurs or professionals. Requirement: advanced technical preparation.

COST

• Ensemble Participant - Early Bird Rate, $40 (by May 20th, 2026), Later, $70.
• Ensemble Participant + Masterclass - Early Bird Rate, $60 (by May 20th, 2026) , Later, $100.
• Audit options.

LEARN MORE & LINK TO REGISTRATION

• Public flyer: [link]

• Ticket Tailor registration page, now open: [link]

• Flutist Paulina Fain's portfolio:  Paulina Fain Portfolio.pdf