About Ruth Ayres Harris – Classical Flautist & Educator

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Hello & Welcome!

Whether you are searching for expert online coaching to transform your musical journey as an adult, or need a premier classical performer or accompanist for an event in North East Scotland, I can help you fast -track your progress or create an unforgettable live experience.

I have over thirty years of experience as a solo and ensemble player and have performed at some of the most prestigious concert halls across Europe. I have also performed at over 300 concerts and weddings in castles, churches and stately homes across the UK and France. My performance career has also taken me to the West End & into freelance work with London-based orchestras, including the BBC Radio Symphony Orchestra & solo appearances for BBC Cymru. I’ve also performed with orchestras across Spain, Italy, and Germany, Theater Kiel AOr, Philharmonisches Orchester Altenburg, & the Philharmonie Südwestfalen.

My musical journey began at the age of four. At nine, I was awarded a scholarship to study at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama Junior Conservatoire, where I developed my skills through regular performances for BBC Cymru and BBC Radio 3, and as a member of the National Youth Orchestra of Wales.

At seventeen, I earned a scholarship to train professionally at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama in London. My studies continued with flute lessons under the legendary Jean-Pierre Rampal in Paris and piano studies with Peter Katin in London. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of learning from many distinguished musicians, including Edward Beckett, James Galway, Douglas Townshend, and Murray Perahia.

Qualifications: MA, AGSM, AdDipEd, LTCL, LRAM