Blockflute Masters (Frans Brüggen, Walter van Hauwe, Kees Boeke, Jorge Isaac)

The documentary ‘BLOCKFLUTE MASTERS’ demonstrates the surprising ways in which the blockflute (recorder) tradition of Amsterdam has developed, from Frans Brüggen in the 1960s until today. Throughout this film, we get to know a range of Dutch blockflute icons, and their own visions for this hugely versatile instrument. The stories of eminent teachers and musicians such as Walter van Hauwe, Kees Boeke, Jorge Isaac and composer Roderik de Man are reflected in performances and rehearsals of Baroque and contemporary blockflute repertoire, combined with unconventional instrumental settings, dance and live electronics. Commissioned and produced by: VisiSonor Foundation – The Netherlands Crew: Director, camera, editing: Andras Hamelberg, Franjo Studio Amsterdam Director, interviews, sound: Minou de Leeuw Interviews with: Walter van Hauwe Jorge Isaac Roderik de Man Kees Boeke Fred Momotenko Guest artist