Jeanne Baxtresser

Jeanne Baxtresser (born August 2, 1947) is an American flutist and teacher. She is most notable for her position as principal flutist of the New York Philharmonic for over 15 years, as an author (Orchestral Excerpts for Flute with Piano Accompaniment), and as a professor and master teacher. Previous positions include professor of flute at the University of Montréal, The University of Toronto, Juilliard School, Manhattan School of Music, New England conservatory and Carnegie Mellon University. She received the National Flute Association's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. She has been credited with "upholding an increasingly higher standard of artistic excellence for the flute."

Biography Jeanne Baxtresser was born August 2, 1947, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to Earl and Margaret (Barthel) Baxtresser. The eldest of six children, Baxtresser was surrounded by music in her childhood, as her mother was an award-winning concert pianist. In all of these positions, she has attracted many outstanding flute students from around the world.

Baxtresser's career as a recitalist, concerto soloist, and chamber musician has produced numerous recordings, including New York Legends - Jeanne Baxtresser (Cala), Jeanne Baxtresser—A Collection of My Favorites (MSR Classics), and Chamber Music for Flute (Cala), featuring her performances with principal players of the New York Philharmonic. She has recorded works under the baton of such legendary conductors as Leonard Bernstein, Zubin Mehta and Kurt Masur.

In addition to performing and teaching, Baxtresser has released a work entitled Orchestral Excerpts for Flute with Piano Accompaniment (Theodore Presser), with a companion CD, Orchestral Excerpts for Flute with Spoken Commentary (Summit Records). This work has become a vital part of flute pedagogy, as her narration of the excerpts make it possible for students of all levels to receive her coaching. A subsequent book, Great Flute Duos from the Orchestral Repertoire, was named the 2004 winner of the National Flute Association's Newly Published Music Competition and has quickly become a part of standard pedagogical repertoire.

Recipient of the National Flute Association's Lifetime Achievement Award for significant, lasting contributions to the flute world, Baxtresser was also awarded the National Medal of Arts from the Interlochen Center for the Arts. Carnegie Mellon University named Baxtresser "University Professor," a position typically awarded to individuals who have achieved exceptional international recognition. She is recognized internationally as a leading recording artist, author, and lecturer.

Personal life Baxtresser has been married since 1976 to bassoonist David H. Carroll. They met while working together in the Montreal Symphony Orchestra.

Discography Romantic Flute Music (1977) The Magic Flute (1988) The Baroque Flute (1989) The Baroque Album (1992) Orchestral Excerpts for Flute (1995) A Flute Masterclass (1997) Great Flute Duos (2002) Jeanne Baxtresser, Debut Solo Recording, Montreal 1977 (2002) Jeanne Baxtresser: A Collection of My Favorites (2006) Chamber Music for Flute (2006)