"I love my Altus flute that was custom made especially for me. I love the way it responds and feels in my hands. I played it for many years in the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and enjoyed the good sound and intonation." - Shaul Ben-Meir

A prolific personality ~ Shaul Ben-Meir is another role-model of versatility in today’s flute community. For more than 30 years he performed as flutist with Michigan’s highly acclaimed Detroit Symphony Orchestra, from which he has recently retired. Shaul Ben-Meir has continued to develop as a multi-faceted individual and musician through his superb arranging skills for flute ensembles, in addition to the creative satisfaction his conducting experiences offer. He has performed and led masterclasses across the United States as a soloist, teacher, and arranger. His adaptations of symphonic works for flute orchestra can be heard around the world. Many believe his global influence has helped inspire increased interest and growth of flute ensembles at large.

Due to his extensive background as a performer and orchestral musician, he has also served as judge for competitions such as the Young Artist Competition and the NFA Orchestral Competition. Additionally, he has conducted the NFA’s Professional Flute Choir at several national conventions and has also served as conductor for the American Flute Orchestra while touring France. Such versatility and accomplishment when reviewing his earlier background is not surprising. He was a student of formidable teachers Geoffrey Gilbert, Joseph Mariano, and Jean-Pierre Rampal. The International Wind Instrument Competition awarded him the Silver Medal in Helsinki, Finland when he was only 21 years of age. Before commencing his long tenure with the Detroit Symphony, he served as Principal Flutist of the Haifa Symphony Orchestra after which he served as visiting Professor at Ithaca College and later as Artist in Residence at University of Buffalo in New York.

For more information on masterclasses, performances, and The American Flute Orchestra call:

Tel: 248-855-0410 or you can email him directly at flutes@fluteworld.com.