AUSTIN, TEXAS – February 5, 2010 –  Altus Flutes announces that flute sales specialist Liz Pritchett will join the company as Sales Manager.  In this position, Liz will travel the U.S. working with Altus flute retailers as well as teachers and players in bringing the characteristic sound and response of Altus flutes to the musical community.

An accomplished flutist in her own right, Liz Pritchett is also a flute instructor and has been a flute sales specialist for the nationally-known flute retailer, J.L. Smith & Co.  She has built a reputation as a key resource for flutists throughout the U.S. and has worked closely with professional and amateur flutists both individually and at flutes fairs and music trade shows.

For almost thirty years, Altus has crafted flutes that embody the ideal marriage of artistic tradition and creative inspiration.  Created and crafted by Shuichi Tanaka, each Altus flute reflects the passion to produce the finest flutes available, utilizing premium materials, handwork and artistry.

“We are very pleased to have Liz on our Altus team,” said J. Tabor Stamper, President of KHS America, the U.S. office for Altus flutes.  “Her commitment to Altus flutes is inspiring and her ability to assist flute players and retailers understand the exquisite Altus experience will be of great benefit to the entire flute community.”

For more information, please contact Altus Flutes at info@altusflutes.com, visit the website: www.altusflutes.com, or contact Liz at (704) 641-5257.

Altus offers eight hand crafted high-end flute models and the intermediate Azumi flute featuring the professional Z-cut headjoint.   For more information, please contact Altus Flutes, P.O. BOX 90249, Austin, TX 78709, or visit altusflutes.com or azumiflutes.com.

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