Hi, I'm Madison...
...and I love playing and teaching the flute! I've been playing the flute for about 18 years and I have been teaching music for almost a decade! Music - and more specifically, flute - has made such a tremendous impact in my life. It was a part of my life before I can remember, and beginning private flute lessons when I was 11 years old altered the course of my life entirely. By the time I was 14 years old, I knew I wanted to teach and perform professionally. My passion for helping students cultivate their own moments of creativity, inspiration, and confidence has become one of the most fulfilling joys of my life.
For this reason, I founded the Omaha Flute Institute, a first-rate, in-person private flute studio for flutists of all ages and experience levels in the greater Omaha, Nebraska area. I also teach as a co-founder and Master Artist for Elevating Flutistry, LLC in Boise, Idaho. It is my primary goal to provide high-quality flute education for any flutist who is eager to learn and express themselves through music. Learn more about the Omaha Flute Institute and my teaching philosophy by clicking here.
In addition to teaching, I love performing as a soloist and in ensembles with other dedicated musicians. I am the Principal Flutist of the Knox-Galesburg Symphony and I perform with my chamber ensemble, the Payadora Trio. It is such an inspiring experience to create meaning and art with other musicians. Check out my videos below to hear some of my favorite works to play!
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I have three degrees in music, and I am currently working on my fourth (and final - wahoo!). I hold a master's degree in Flute Performance from the University of Illinois, and two bachelor degrees from Boise State University in Music Education and Flute Performance. I am anticipating graduating with my doctorate (DMA) from the University of Illinois in 2025.
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Outside of music, I love hiking, playing Mario Kart, dogs, and visiting the animals at the Henry Doorly Zoo! That's a little about me, and I'd love to get to know you. Keep reading to learn more about my professional experiences or contact me by clicking here.
Performances by Madison Booth
Three Romances, Op. 22 by Clara Schumann
Madison Booth, flute
Ieng Ieng Lam, piano
Doctoral Recital at University of Illinois, 2023
Court Dances by Amanda Harberg
Madison Booth, flute
Ieng Ieng Lam, piano
Doctoral Recital at University of Illinois, 2023
Can I have it without begging? by Eve Beglarian
Madison Booth, flute
Doctoral Recital at University of Illinois, 2023