Born In Grand Rapids, MI
Resides In Conklin, MI

Jill Marie Brown Principal - Flute

A native of West Michigan, Jill Marie Brown has been principal flute in the West Michigan Symphony for over 40 years. During that time she has also been in WMS chamber groups, soloed with the orchestra several times, given pre-concert lectures, and been a mentor for the Link-up program. Jill holds a B.A. from Calvin College, where she majored in Music as a flute concentrate with an added certification in music education. From there she went on to earn a M.M. from the University of Michigan in flute performance. Her past instructors include Ruth Bylsma, Darlene Dugan and Judy Bentley. In addition, she has performed in master classes and attended workshops with several prominent flutists in the United States and Canada, including Jeanne Baxtresser, Julius Baker, Paula Robison, and Jeffrey Khaner. Jill is also a substitute flutist for Grand Rapids Symphony and a pit musician at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre. Jill has taught music in several area elementary and middle schools and has been the flute instructor at Hope College and Calvin University.

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